Los Angeles Clippers

Veteran Window Maximization

48-34
Projected Record
6th-7th
Expected Seed (West)
B+
Offseason Grade
$185.7M
Total Payroll
Financials & Roster
Veteran window investments

Luxury tax commitment to veteran core. Harden extension keeps trio together for championship window.

Luxury tax commitment
Veteran core
Championship window
Coaching
Proven championship experience

Coach experienced with veteran teams. Must manage egos and maximize aging stars.

Veteran management
Championship experience
Ego management
Identity
Star power and experience

Kawhi-Harden-Beal trio provides multiple creators. Health and chemistry questions remain.

Star trio
Multiple creators
Experience factor
Championship Path
Aging window urgency

Stars well into 30s create urgency. Health management and depth crucial for playoffs.

Aging stars
Health management
Playoff depth
Predictions
First round ceiling concerns

48-win season, likely first round exit. Health and age biggest limitations.

First round likely
Health concerns
Age limitations
Offseason Grade
Solid veteran additions

B+ for smart veteran moves. Beal and Lopez good fits within aging timeline.

Smart veteran adds
Good fits
Aging timeline

Detailed Analysis

Salary Cap Situation
Current Payroll$185.7M
Tax Threshold
$187.9M
First Apron
$195.9M

Near luxury tax with limited flexibility

Veteran Investments

Key Extensions

James Harden2 years, $81M extension
Nicolas Batum2 years, $11.4M extension

Championship Window Investment

Kawhi, Harden, Beal Big Three creates expensive but veteran championship core. Window closing due to age.