2025 NBA Season

[Caladonian]

Player Option
A player option grants the player the power to decide whether to stay for another year or become a completely unrestricted free agent. In either case (team option or player option) if the option is refused, the player is completely unrestricted and free to sign with any team.

I see thanks for the link, this is very informative. I see that most of the superstars are on PO which allows them to choose to stay or go from their current teams.

Oh, Carmelo Anthony is in ETO (Early termination option).

Mostly superstars are given with that playet option. It like their incentive for being a good player.
But there are management that wont let go.
If ever the other team management offers a better price then they could go way higher just to bring back a star back.
We should remember, management have different goals than players and coach.
It is the fans who will pay tickets which needs to be pulled.

I agree, the management will do their best to make sure that the player/s that fans loves will be in their bench no matter what will happen, is no longer a pride that matters, NBA became an entertainment so it's  all about business and how well the management will play in order to generate profits.

Back With Melo, I agree that being a third options needs to be adopted and learned alongside with his co-superstars, as we knew that from the start of his carreer with Denver he was then the number one options and a leading scorer, same deal when he was traded to New York, aside from that he's not getting any younger with Injuries back then we can't expect anything more than what he can deliver.

[darklus123]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

[Ipwich]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

He cannot win in Lakers, he will be star like in the cavaliers but he'll never win a championship.
What he need is a teammates that can be trusted in scoring, and I think it's better for him to joined a better time like the Spurs because they have good defense and offense.

[crwth]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

He cannot win in Lakers, he will be star like in the cavaliers but he'll never win a championship.
What he need is a teammates that can be trusted in scoring, and I think it's better for him to joined a better time like the Spurs because they have good defense and offense.

Just me thinking about it makes me cringe on the possibility of further improving the spurs, especially their capability to score in the offense and make tough shots with the defense are at a high level. Making plays there for Lebron would be an impact. Anywhere that LeBron will transfer to has the possibility to win the playoffs.

[gabmen]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

He cannot win in Lakers, he will be star like in the cavaliers but he'll never win a championship.
What he need is a teammates that can be trusted in scoring, and I think it's better for him to joined a better time like the Spurs because they have good defense and offense.

Just me thinking about it makes me cringe on the possibility of further improving the spurs, especially their capability to score in the offense and make tough shots with the defense are at a high level. Making plays there for Lebron would be an impact. Anywhere that LeBron will transfer to has the possibility to win the playoffs.

Well a chance to play for pop is a good pull for bron though I doubt he'd go to san antonio. If the guy's not going to the rockets, I don't think he'll leave the east. And with the talent that the free agent market has, it's even possible that he'll stay in cleveland and just form another super team with especially with cp3 and pg13 available. And he's hinted as well that he's considering his family this time, which is based in ohio

[LogitechMouse]

I agree with you. They have good centers already and if we see the performances of Looney and McGee this year's playoffs, they have stepped up and they contributed much in their team.

I hope they will not trade their all star caliber players for other players because they are a solid team already. Maybe they can trade some of their bench player but not the starters.

Honestly these days, teams are not relying anymore to Center position as there are players who can adopt multiple roles. Best examples are Draymond Green of Golden State Warriors. He is literally a power forward but acting as Center. Kevin Durant, for obvious role. LeBron James of Cavaliers, literally can play all roles. Kevin Love of Cavaliers too, acting as a center. Boston Celtics' Al Horford and as you see Celtics are playing without a center sometimes but still deadly on court. Other teams as well even the average ones.

Ok turning back to GSW, don't worry their starters are commited to the team for at least I think 3 to 4 seasons because other started just opened up another eligibility in their contract meaning their salary will not be their usual salary because they unlock some of the requirements. They can offer for that "if necessary". Why "if necessary", well kind long statement again so I will just end up here.

Yes there are some players who are not playing the role as centers but they are acting as a good defender in the paint. Green, Durant and James are some of thr examples.

The generation of NBA has changed already especially the Bigs. In the early days of NBA, there are few to none who can shoot threes but now you can see some bigs who can shoot threes and at the same tike playing as centers.

Its good to hear that the starters of Warriors will not change. Solid warrior fan.

[joshy23]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

He cannot win in Lakers, he will be star like in the cavaliers but he'll never win a championship.
What he need is a teammates that can be trusted in scoring, and I think it's better for him to joined a better time like the Spurs because they have good defense and offense.

Thinking about caliber teams that he can possibly go to get another ring just in case that he will go and change his jersey, what if he go with Rockets joining paul and harden, with those co-players who also have some good chemistry playing together, that fire power team might be a good place for him, just doing the same thing that KD did just to win a championship, who knows Houston management will try to allocate funds to regain those old glory.

[Hamphser]

I agree with you. They have good centers already and if we see the performances of Looney and McGee this year's playoffs, they have stepped up and they contributed much in their team.

I hope they will not trade their all star caliber players for other players because they are a solid team already. Maybe they can trade some of their bench player but not the starters.

Honestly these days, teams are not relying anymore to Center position as there are players who can adopt multiple roles. Best examples are Draymond Green of Golden State Warriors. He is literally a power forward but acting as Center. Kevin Durant, for obvious role. LeBron James of Cavaliers, literally can play all roles. Kevin Love of Cavaliers too, acting as a center. Boston Celtics' Al Horford and as you see Celtics are playing without a center sometimes but still deadly on court. Other teams as well even the average ones.

Ok turning back to GSW, don't worry their starters are commited to the team for at least I think 3 to 4 seasons because other started just opened up another eligibility in their contract meaning their salary will not be their usual salary because they unlock some of the requirements. They can offer for that "if necessary". Why "if necessary", well kind long statement again so I will just end up here.

Yes there are some players who are not playing the role as centers but they are acting as a good defender in the paint. Green, Durant and James are some of thr examples.

The generation of NBA has changed already especially the Bigs. In the early days of NBA, there are few to none who can shoot threes but now you can see some bigs who can shoot threes and at the same tike playing as centers.

Its good to hear that the starters of Warriors will not change. Solid warrior fan.

Agree on what you had said but we cant really able to compare on those legends in the past. They do have significant role but not really extensive just like on what we are seeing now on some players on recent NBA which you said centers can be shooters and defenders on the same time. Depending on case to case as long they can able to shoot and defend they are really capable and thats what i like to see.
Next year season would be interesting which new rosters would really be seen.

[harizen]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

The discussions about that are already in this thread after the finals. Don't want to go back on our past conversations here so just wait if there's a new updates and progress in the rumor since we can't really expect to see updates for that because we are still on post finals phase where trades are silent. My forecast is early to mid August before we can see such big trade happenings.


Kawhi Leonard wants to leave San Antonio Spurs amid 'uncomfortable' situation, reports say.

At last Leonard now slowly admitting it. if Im on the Spurs management, if this guy demanded for trade then give it to him. There is no need to him to stay on Spurs if he is not comfortable. And besides, Spurs are used to play without him mostly on this year's season until to their last game in playoffs.

[Baofeng]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

The discussions about that are already in this thread after the finals. Don't want to go back on our past conversations here so just wait if there's a new updates and progress in the rumor since we can't really expect to see updates for that because we are still on post finals phase where trades are silent. My forecast is early to mid August before we can see such big trade happenings.


Kawhi Leonard wants to leave San Antonio Spurs amid 'uncomfortable' situation, reports say.

At last Leonard now slowly admitting it. if Im on the Spurs management, if this guy demanded for trade then give it to him. There is no need to him to stay on Spurs if he is not comfortable. And besides, Spurs are used to play without him mostly on this year's season until to their last game in playoffs.

Interesting to hear that Leonard wanted to leave that team that give him the exposure that made him a NBA caliber. Anyways, he has been injured in the last couple of seasons so its easy for SA to trade him. And looking at SA, they have a history of picking good players, so its just business at the end of the day and we might see Leonard having a different uniform next season.

[chaser15]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

The discussions about that are already in this thread after the finals. Don't want to go back on our past conversations here so just wait if there's a new updates and progress in the rumor since we can't really expect to see updates for that because we are still on post finals phase where trades are silent. My forecast is early to mid August before we can see such big trade happenings.


Kawhi Leonard wants to leave San Antonio Spurs amid 'uncomfortable' situation, reports say.

At last Leonard now slowly admitting it. if Im on the Spurs management, if this guy demanded for trade then give it to him. There is no need to him to stay on Spurs if he is not comfortable. And besides, Spurs are used to play without him mostly on this year's season until to their last game in playoffs.

Interesting to hear that Leonard wanted to leave that team that give him the exposure that made him a NBA caliber. Anyways, he has been injured in the last couple of seasons so its easy for SA to trade him. And looking at SA, they have a history of picking good players, so its just business at the end of the day and we might see Leonard having a different uniform next season.

San Antonio Spurs want him to say and even give him a good offer for his contract but still Leonard is not negotiating well. Leonard wants to be traded, not the Spurs that wants to trade him. I don't like his attitude that he didn't even watched their playoffs game to show support.

I really sees him not playing on Spurs uniform next season and now it's confirmed. Im not sure who are those teams that will show interest in getting him.

[Reid]

After the  NBA finals. There were a lot of rumors that lebron james will be moving to other team. If this really happens what are your predictions? Where so you think lebron will transfer and can it be the key for his success on the next season?

For me i would love if he is going to lakers for a different taste

The discussions about that are already in this thread after the finals. Don't want to go back on our past conversations here so just wait if there's a new updates and progress in the rumor since we can't really expect to see updates for that because we are still on post finals phase where trades are silent. My forecast is early to mid August before we can see such big trade happenings.


Kawhi Leonard wants to leave San Antonio Spurs amid 'uncomfortable' situation, reports say.

At last Leonard now slowly admitting it. if Im on the Spurs management, if this guy demanded for trade then give it to him. There is no need to him to stay on Spurs if he is not comfortable. And besides, Spurs are used to play without him mostly on this year's season until to their last game in playoffs.

Yes. Something is really fishy happening within the San Antonio team. Now here it is. The proof that it is not really about the injury by now. There may be some bad things happening inside.
I hope he finds the right team that will really suit him.
A humble guy like that. An MVP should get a better team. When this man recovers I am sure he will reign the NBA again. It can be seen on how good he could play. He just needs some break and some time in game.

[Shinpako09]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

[stadus]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

That is a big move by Kawhi, that would really tell we did not know the inside happenings.
I hope this guy will be fully healthy as the next season will open, if he will not go to Lakers, I hope there is a chance for him to play with the King.

[Ramtapsbtc]

Player Option
A player option grants the player the power to decide whether to stay for another year or become a completely unrestricted free agent. In either case (team option or player option) if the option is refused, the player is completely unrestricted and free to sign with any team.

I see thanks for the link, this is very informative. I see that most of the superstars are on PO which allows them to choose to stay or go from their current teams.

Oh, Carmelo Anthony is in ETO (Early termination option).

It is a wise decision on the part of the OKC management since Melo for me is not fit into their system. With the departure of Melo in their line-up will bring them enough money to get players that can compliment the style of play of Westbrook.

[LogitechMouse]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

I dont know the reason why Kawhi will really leave the Spurs next season but if he will be traded, I wish it will be a playoff contender team or he will stay in Spurs and they will get Lebron.

I saw some rumors that Kawhi and Lebron will go to Sixers.

[Baofeng]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

I dont know the reason why Kawhi will really leave the Spurs next season but if he will be traded, I wish it will be a playoff contender team or he will stay in Spurs and they will get Lebron.

I saw some rumors that Kawhi and Lebron will go to Sixers.

I try to dig deeper about this subject and I was quite surprise that Leonard is not happy with the Spurs and even has a distant relationship with the rest of the team and the management. And even if the team doctors cleared him to play, still he doesn't want to suit up and I really don't know what's keeping him play wearing the San Antonio jersey again.

And it was reported that he is eyeing Lakers, which is his home so I'm not surprise that he will be eventually move there.

[Botnake]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

I dont know the reason why Kawhi will really leave the Spurs next season but if he will be traded, I wish it will be a playoff contender team or he will stay in Spurs and they will get Lebron.

I saw some rumors that Kawhi and Lebron will go to Sixers.

I try to dig deeper about this subject and I was quite surprise that Leonard is not happy with the Spurs and even has a distant relationship with the rest of the team and the management. And even if the team doctors cleared him to play, still he doesn't want to suit up and I really don't know what's keeping him play wearing the San Antonio jersey again.

And it was reported that he is eyeing Lakers, which is his home so I'm not surprise that he will be eventually move there.

What is more important is he will be happy with what his doing, he will be a hall of fame in the future so it's important that he will be playing
in a team where he is comfortable to play with. They are professionals, they know what they are doing, we fans just want to see some excitement
and maybe it's due time that lakers will be headed to playoffs once again.

[Baofeng]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

I dont know the reason why Kawhi will really leave the Spurs next season but if he will be traded, I wish it will be a playoff contender team or he will stay in Spurs and they will get Lebron.

I saw some rumors that Kawhi and Lebron will go to Sixers.

I try to dig deeper about this subject and I was quite surprise that Leonard is not happy with the Spurs and even has a distant relationship with the rest of the team and the management. And even if the team doctors cleared him to play, still he doesn't want to suit up and I really don't know what's keeping him play wearing the San Antonio jersey again.

And it was reported that he is eyeing Lakers, which is his home so I'm not surprise that he will be eventually move there.

What is more important is he will be happy with what his doing, he will be a hall of fame in the future so it's important that he will be playing
in a team where he is comfortable to play with. They are professionals, they know what they are doing, we fans just want to see some excitement
and maybe it's due time that lakers will be headed to playoffs once again.

I understand your point, but what I find it disturbing is his intentionally sitting it out for the rest of the season and he has like play < 10 games. They have made the playoffs without him, but as a professional, at least he has the decency to inform the management. He's being paid to sit and watch his team? I don't think its fair for his team mates and the San Antonio management who gives him the break to put his full potential in front of us. Even if the doctor cleared him to play, he still seeks another opinion? Or it is just another lame excuse not to play with them? The only reason why I see him doesn't want to play is that he doesn't want to aggravate his injury, but we cannot never tell that.

[Oasisman]

If ever Kawhi really leaves Spurs, that's a big loss for them and they aren't a ring contender anymore not unless they will get Lebron James in exchange but if these two superstar team up in Lakers, sure thing Lakers will be back in Playoffs or if they choose both Spurs. They stand a chance against the superteam Warriors.

I dont know the reason why Kawhi will really leave the Spurs next season but if he will be traded, I wish it will be a playoff contender team or he will stay in Spurs and they will get Lebron.

I saw some rumors that Kawhi and Lebron will go to Sixers.

Nah, Leonard wants to be traded in LA Lakers. While Lebron hasnt decided yet. But Leonard, Lebron, and George could potentialy land in the same team, cosidering that Leonard and George wants to play with Lebron, and I hope it would not be in the western conference. Chances are slim, but they really need to build a superteam, someone needs to make a move, GSW is indestructible.