Which of the "aging core" teams will actually be able to bounce back next season with force?

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Which team has the best shot at being a lot better next season?

The Warriors
11
14%
The Lakers
11
14%
The Suns
6
8%
The Bucks
42
53%
The Clippers
5
6%
The Heat
4
5%
 
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Post#21 » by CDM_Stats » Fri May 3, 2024 8:40 pm

Bucks likely the only one with a credible path. The other teams are heading into their dark ages

Heat I guess have a chance as well. Not seeing much for the other squads unless a gift falls into their laps
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Post#22 » by Curmudgeon » Fri May 3, 2024 9:33 pm

Bucks? Nah. Look for the one that still has its first round picks.
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Post#23 » by ChipotleWest » Fri May 3, 2024 9:35 pm

Only team I have a shred of faith in out of that list is Milwaukee, and it's not to win the championship.
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Post#24 » by brackdan70 » Fri May 3, 2024 9:39 pm

I think all are pretty washed unless we see an unexpected move.
If those teams made an all star team of old guys they could be pretty good as long as they stay healthy.

Any team with a healthy Giannis has a shot but I think Dame is washed.
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Post#25 » by svart » Fri May 3, 2024 9:50 pm

None.
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Post#26 » by Saints14 » Fri May 3, 2024 10:15 pm

Giannis is the only player here that could potentially lead his team to a title next year, though the rest of that team is getting ancient and the shine from the 2021 finals is wearing off. I'd say none of the above but vote Bucks if I had to pick one
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Post#27 » by Black Jack » Fri May 3, 2024 10:42 pm

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Post#28 » by Dan Z » Fri May 3, 2024 10:49 pm

I'm surprised you didn't include the Bulls! haha. DeMar turns 35 soon and Vucevic is a year younger.
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Post#29 » by ___Rand___ » Fri May 3, 2024 11:00 pm

Not LA. Not Bucks. Unless they're on HGH.
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Post#30 » by jkvonny » Sat May 4, 2024 4:25 am

Oldies. GSW, Lakers, Suns, Clips, Bucks......

Eliminated this playoff.

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