Lakers, Clippers, Warriors all have the intention of Reed, and the Timberwolves may not be able to keep them

Although Huazi is recruiting Durant, the team may have to lose the sixth man Reed first, because if Reed does not renew his contract before June 28, he will directly enter the free market. It is reported that Reed's team hopes to sign a four-year, 110 million contract with the Timberwolves, but if the Timberwolves are unwilling to pay huge luxury taxes, they are likely to give up the best sixth man.

Let's talk about Reed's characteristics first, offensively:

1. Excellent finishing ability at the basket: Reed has a strong body, and can use his physical advantages and flexible footsteps in the inside to easily break through the opponent's defense line to complete the score.

2. Has the ability to shoot mid-range and long-range shots: As a space-based inside, his three-point shooting ability is relatively outstanding. His three-point shooting percentage this season is as high as 37.9%, which can pull to the outside to open up space for the team.

3. Good support ability: Sometimes you can send out some clever passes to create scoring opportunities for your teammates.

Defensive aspect:

1. Positive defensive attitude: Reed has a positive attitude on the defensive end, is willing to fight and fight, and strive to protect the team's basket.

2. Have a certain ability to block: With good athletic ability and height and length, you can effectively interfere with the opponent's shooting during defense and complete the block.

Reed can play mainly in power forward (number 4) and center (number 5). When playing as a power forward, his mobility and mid- and long-range shooting ability can better open up space and create more opportunities for the team's offense; when playing as a center, he can use his physical advantages to attack and rebounds in the inside, and also protect the basket on the defensive end.

However, compared to traditional centers, his height and weight may be slightly insufficient in confrontation. But in this small ball era, players like Reed who are tall and three-pointers are really popular.

It is reported that the Lakers, Warriors, and the Clippers are all interested in Reed, and the US gambling website gives odds: the Clippers (+175) first, the Warriors (+220) second, and the Lakers (+375) third.

Analysis, the Clippers really need a No. 4 position, which allows Xiaoka to play No. 3 position. Xiaoka can't play No. 4 position since he lost weight. No. 4 position, regardless of height, weight, is at a disadvantage on the defensive end. And Xiao Ka is really too fragile. He is really afraid that he will disappear again when he plays No. 4 position. So if you still have ideas about the championship this year's offseason, the first thing is to strengthen the No. 4 position.

It is said that the Clippers boss is rich but he is reluctant to spend it, but he still has to say to Ballmer that there was a reason why he did not pay the luxury tax last year, because if the luxury tax is paid continuously, he would lose the special case of the middle class, so he had to avoid taxes, so he would benefit the team's signings. Judging from Ballmer's enthusiasm for basketball and his many years of operations, as long as he can win the championship, he is still very willing to spend money.

Next, let’s talk about the Warriors and the Lakers, because both teams need centers. Cole publicly stated that he hopes Green will no longer play center next season, which will also reduce the burden on Green, so the team will definitely strengthen the center in the offseason. In addition, Looney's contract expires, they need a starting center too much. It is said that he is interested in Porzingis, but I don’t know if it is true?

The Lakers are the same. They also need a starting center to match Doncic. At least Green is supported by the Warriors, but there is really no one in the Lakers center. Hayes is likely to leave next season because he publicly expressed his dissatisfaction with his role, so the Lakers have no substitute center, let alone the starting center.

So, I personally think that if the Lakers and Warriors can get it, they won’t force it if they can’t get it. After all, if they really don’t have the ambition, Gobert seems to be more likely. In addition, neither the Lakers nor the Warriors have room to sign Reed naked, and they can't give 110 million yuan in four years, unless they sign first and then change.

can only say, come on, Clippers! It feels like Sika is the best choice, but I got it last year by the Pacers. I shouldn’t miss Reed this year, right?