Halfway through the NBA offseason, trade signings for each team are almost over. The lineup for next season has been largely decided. This article ranks the combat power of each team next season according to the author's own game perception and team statistics, a total of 6 issues, and this is the fifth issue, ranking 6th to 10th in the West.
No. 10 Golden State Warriors
The Warriors are now in the throes of the disintegration of the dynasty team, and there is only one player on the team, Stephen · Curry, who is an offensive threat with the ball. The new signings Kyle· Anderson, Buddy· Hield, Anthony · Melton are all suitable for the team's system, but they cannot solve the fundamental problem of the team's lack of ball handlers. Although the newcomers of the team have shown good potential, they are not yet mature. As Curry ages, the team's record will take a sharp turn for the worse. Next season's forecast is 10th place.
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Ninth place Los Angeles Clippers
Although the Clippers made a lot of free agency in the offseason, the loss of important All-Star caliber player Paul · George was very damaging to the team. Next season, only Kawhi · Leonard, James · Harden will lead the team. Leonard's knee has been up and down, injury is a big concern, and the team is expected to be led by Harden alone for a long time in the regular season. Due to age, injuries and other reasons, Harden's ability to lead the team is not as good as before, and the team's ranking will definitely drop significantly next season. Predicts 9th place next season.
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Eighth place New Orleans Pelicans
The Pelicans' operation this offseason is still very impressive, without using the team's significant rotation, in exchange for Dejounte · Murray's All-Star level guard. For the Pelicans, Murray's fit isn't particularly good. In addition to Murray, the team also has Brandon· Ingram, CJ · McCollum who need to attack with the ball, and there may be problems with the distribution of the ball. Another little bit of Murray's average shooting ability may also have some impact on Zion · Williamson's interior offense. Although the team's strength on paper has improved, the style of play and tactics need to be adjusted. Predicted to be ranked 8th next season.
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7th Los Angeles Lakers
The Lakers didn't make any big moves this offseason and maintained their current roster. Last season, the Lakers showed good competitiveness. LeBron· James and Anthony · Davis played very well as the core players of the team, and also won the mid-season championship. But the team didn't go further in the playoffs, losing in the first round to Nikola · Jokic's Denver Nuggets. If the Lakers want to do better next season, they will have to change their style of play. James is 39 years old this year, and although his ability has not declined as quickly as expected, as a veteran, he should give up some of the ball and leave it to the youngsters. Predicts 7th place next season.
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Sixth place Sacramento Kings
The Kings upgraded their roster this offseason, upgrading Harris · Barnes to DeMar · DeRozan at the forward position. DeRozan was the player who scored the most points in crunch time last season, and DeRozan does not rely on the system and can score in any environment. And what the Kings are lacking is this kind of player, Daron· Fox need to use pick-and-roll to score, Domantas · Sabonis, although they are all-round and efficient centers, can't count on the inside to attack with the ball in key moments. As a result, although the Kings did not fall behind on the court last season, it was very difficult to win. The addition of DeRozan will give the Kings a certain improvement in their performance. Predicts 6th place next season.
This issue introduces you to the 6th to 10th place in the west, this article only represents a shallow personal point of view, if you have different opinions, please communicate in the comment area.