The NBA offseason has usually provided several 'twists and turns', in which player movement often shifts the balance of power in the NBA. These NBA-altering trades, signings, and draft selections can determine the incoming season predictions and the league's landscape.
Moves like Kevin Durant to Golden State, LeBron James to the Heat, the Lakers acquisition of Anthony Davis, and Boston retooling with Kristaps Porzingis and Jrue Holiday all had this impact. Considering that, this offseason was no different. A few Western Conference teams are flying under the radar as sneaky playoff threats.
After adding their roster this offseason in a big way, these three teams could turn the league upside down if they put all the pieces together. Below, we analyze all three teams and their chances to contend this season. Will any of these teams live up to the expectations or will their roster turnover come back to haunt them? Next up, we will examine 3 NBA teams that will shock the basketball world in 2024–25.