500 million luxury tax is under pressure! The God of Bo has become the first choice for the Celtics to reduce taxes. Where can the strong players who average 19+7 per game go?

As the 2025 NBA playoffs approaches its end, the attention of each team has quietly turned to the strategic layout of the offseason. The player trading market is undercurrents, and the free agent battle begins early. The management of various teams is intensively evaluating the shortcomings of the lineup, trying to pave the way for the championship next season through key signings or heavy trades. In this summer full of variables, who will become the biggest winner in the transfer market? Which teams can seize the opportunity to achieve a qualitative leap? The editor will take you to take a look today.

1. Porzingis may become a victim of the Celtics? Health risks have become the biggest variable

After the Celtics won the championship in 2024, they failed to defend their title this season, and the team's salary pressure is huge. According to Michael Scotto, the Celtics' total salary expenditure next season will break NBA record, with salary + luxury tax expected to exceed 500 million. Several league executives believe that the Celtics may trade center Christapus Porzingis in the offseason to lower the luxury tax and maintain roster flexibility.

Bo Shen performed steadily this season, averaging 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds and 1.5 blocks per game, and a three-point shooting percentage of 41.2%, making him one of the best space-type five positions in the league. However, his state plummeted in the playoffs due to unknown virus attacks, averaging only 7.7 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, his shooting percentage fell to 31.6%, and his three-point shooting percentage was even more dismal 15.4%. Such performance made management doubt his stability.

Porzingis' contract has 1 year and $30.73 million left, which is an expiring contract and is attractive to rebuilding the team. If the Celtic decides to trade him, it may seek an immediacy player or a future draft pick in return. Potential next players include young teams such as the Thunder and Magic that require inside shooting, while the Celtics may take this opportunity to free up their salary space and renew their long-term partners of Tatum and Brown.

2. The battle for Markkanin is escalating in full! The Jazz are facing a difficult choice. As the offseason approaches, many teams in the league have set their sights on Jazz All-Star forward Markkanen. According to well-known journalist Jake Weinbach, several teams including the Heat, Pistons, 76ers and Spurs are expected to inquire about the Finnish star after the trading market opens. However, Jazz management has not responded at this time. On the one hand, Markkanin is an important puzzle for team reconstruction; on the other hand, if they receive an undeniable offer (such as multiple first-round picks + potential rookies), they may choose to trade to speed up the reconstruction process.

3. The Lakers' No. 55 draw aims at the Chinese star! Can Yang Hansen take over Davis?

After sending off Davis, the Lakers' inside depth was seriously insufficient. US media PFSN suggested that they choose Chinese center Yang Hansen with the No. 55 pick in the draft, believing that he has the potential to become a qualified rotation.

Yang Hansen is 2.18 meters tall and weighs 119 kilograms. He demonstrated excellent low-post skills, rebounding sense and support skills in the NBA joint trial. While his movement speed may not be able to accommodate unlimited switches, as a traditional center, his pick-and-roll down, basket finishing and frame protection are all in line with the needs of the modern NBA.

The Lakers currently lack a pure center in the lineup. If Yang Hansen is selected, he may go directly to the rotation and serve as the substitute inside. The influence of the Chinese market may also make the Lakers consider this choice. After all, after Zhou Qi, the NBA has not had a stable Chinese player for many years. If Yang Hansen can adapt to the NBA rhythm, he may become an important puzzle for the Lakers' future.

4. The deadlock in Kumingga's contract renewal continues! The Warriors are facing a luxury tax nightmare, and the Nets may take advantage of the situation to rob the Warriors forward Kumingga's future is still one of the biggest suspense in the offseason. According to Jake Fischer, a reporter from "Open-Air Stand", due to the failure to reach an early renewal last year (the Warriors offer about 70 million in four years, and the Kumingga team hopes to be close to 80 million in four years), his whereabouts will directly affect the Warriors' team building strategy. This season's regular season Kuming averaged 15.3 points and 4.6 rebounds per game, showing a good impact, but the stability of the outside line (30.5% three-point shooting percentage) still needs to be improved. Currently, the Nets have a cap space of $45-55 million. If they offer premium contracts like they did in the past (such as 90 million in four years), the Warriors will face a difficult choice - if they match, their salary will explode, and if they mismatch, they will lose potential new stars in vain.

The 2025 NBA offseason is destined to be surging. The trading trends of Boss, Markkanen's battle for him, Yang Hansen's draft prospects, and Kumingga's contract renewal game will all have a profound impact on the league structure. Every choice made by the management of each team may change the championship map next season. This summer, let us wait and see which teams can seize the opportunity and complete a gorgeous transformation! Dear fans, this is the latest highlight of players' trading trends. Welcome to leave a message in the comment area to express your views.