The Boston Celtics ended a 16-year championship drought by winning their 18th NBA title after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. With the 2023-24 NBA season coming to a close, teams have already begun preparing for the 2024-25 offseason.
Teams wasted no time in making moves as they could start negotiating new contracts and extensions right after the Finals. To give you a comprehensive overview of where each team stands in their pursuit of a title and the key questions they face this summer, let’s break down all 30 NBA franchises into different tiers.
Starting with the true title contenders, teams that are one move away from contention, those on the fringes with significant upside, and those who have established their identity, we will also look at emerging playoff threats, teams with big names, big money, and big questions, as well as those who surprised in the postseason.
We will also assess teams stuck in neutral, those rebuilding around a star player, and those starting from scratch. This breakdown will help us understand the landscape of the NBA as we head into the offseason.
The Boston Celtics, who just won the championship, will naturally be considered one of the true title contenders. They will look to build on their success and defend their title next season. Other teams in this tier include the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, and Golden State Warriors, among others.
It will be interesting to see how these teams approach the offseason and what moves they make to strengthen their rosters. Stay tuned as we dive into each tier and analyze the biggest questions facing each franchise as they prepare for the upcoming season.
