With the 2025 NBA playoffs underway -- and the 14 lottery teams set -- we're turning our attention to how every eliminated team should approach the offseason, including through the draft, free agency and trades.
Which teams are one superstar deal away from contention? Which of the lottery-bound franchises will secure the No. 1 pick and the chance to draft Cooper Flagg? How quickly can rebuilds progress for teams such as the Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets?
We're breaking down the potential moves for each franchise, including a look at the state of the roster, finances, front-office priorities, extension candidates to watch, team needs and future draft assets.
Key: ETO = Early Termination Option | P = Player Option | R = Restricted | T = Team Option
Jump to a team:
ATL | BOS | BKN | CHA | CHI | CLE
DAL | DEN | DET | GS | HOU | IND
LAC | LAL | MEM | MIA | MIL | MIN
NO | NY | OKC | ORL | PHI | PHX
POR | SAC | SA | TOR | UTAH | WAS
