US media predicts Clippers offseason operations: 5 for 1 Durant, light bulb reunion, signing two players

In the first round of this year's playoffs, the Los Angeles Clippers are the most miserable and heroic among all the eliminated teams. They were dunked by Gordon in a possible 3-1 lead, and despite the danger of 2-3, they stubbornly dragged the series into Game 7. However, the Clippers failed to perform well in the tiebreak, and finally fell to the first round, and had never tasted the taste of advancing in the playoffs for the third consecutive season.

At the Clippers' season summary press conference, Clippers general manager Frank made it clear that the team will seize all opportunities to strengthen the lineup during the offseason. Not long ago, according to reporters with the Suns, the Suns have opened a trading inquiry phone number about Kevin Durant, and many teams have discussed it, among which the Clippers are considered to be one of the "dark horses" that may get Durant.

Today, the US media predicted the possible operational actions of the Clippers during the offseason. First of all, it is believed that the Clippers can get Durant for 5 for 1, including Powell, Bogdanovic, Derek Jones Jr., first round swap rights in 29 years, and first round in 30 years (top ten picks protection).

For the Clippers, although this transaction cost the Clippers a considerable price, it is still worth the rewards. Durant, 36, can average 26.6 points, 6 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game this season, with shooting percentages of 52.7%, 43% and 83.9% in three events. Although Durant's speed and explosive power have significantly declined as he grows older and suffers more injuries, as the saying goes, "a lean camel is bigger than a horse", the healthy Durant is still the top scorer in the league. Adu's arrival not only eased the scoring pressure of Harden and Kat, but also gave the Clippers more confidence and confidence at critical moments.

For the Suns, Powell is a quasi-All-Star guard who can shoot well. He can replace Adu's scoring vacancy after leaving the team to a certain extent; Bogdan and Derek Jones Jr. are experienced veterans, one is good at offense and the other is specialized in defense, and they can enrich the Suns' rotation lineup; there is no need to say much about a first-round pick and first-round swap, it is good to use it yourself or use it for bundling transactions.

Secondly, the US media believes that the Clippers can welcome the old captain Paul with a one-year, $360,000 contract. Previously, according to multiple reporters, the Spurs' back line was crowded in rotation and Paul was not expected to return. At the same time, Paul revealed in an interview that he had been away from his family to play basketball for the past six years, which hurt him, and his words contained a deep desire to return to Los Angeles. For the Clippers, 40-year-old Paul can perfectly play the role of the team's second-line commander. I believe that the reunion of light bulbs will make many fans sigh.

Finally, the US media predicted that the Clippers will sign free agents Capela and Trent with a base salary of 2 years and a 750w mini middle class. Capela at the peak is the best among the blue-collar centers in the league. She can eat cakes and protect the frames, and has excellent ability to defend the big and small. However, with the increasing number of injuries in recent years, the Kasper King has experienced a significant decline, but she can still provide positive help in her limited playing time. I believe that returning to Harden is expected to usher in a second spring. Trent's performance in the playoffs this year is phenomenal, with an average of 18.8 points and 2.2 rebounds per game and a three-point shooting percentage of up to 50%. This proves that he is a shooter who can fight tough battles and can effectively improve the problem of the lack of firepower in the Clippers' substitute lineup.

If the Clippers can eventually get Durant and sign Paul, Capela and Trent, not only will the upper limit be raised, but the lower limit is also guaranteed. In other words, as long as the operation is in place, the Clippers will transform into a strong contender for the championship. What is the follow-up is worth looking forward to.