US media rated the best signings in the offseason: Rockets are on the list twice, and the Nuggets trade to activate the team

On July 19, 2025, the NBA offseason has approached calm, and the recent trades have gradually decreased, and more are free agents and the signing of players who have been laid off. Recently, the US media BetUS NBA selected the five best signings from this year's NBA offseason to date. On this list, two Rockets are on the list.

The first priority is the Rockets' deal about Durant. The Rockets used Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 draw and 5 future second-round picks to get Durant. This signing made the Rockets a strong contender for the championship next season. The second place is the Magic's deal about Bain. They got Bain with Pope, Cole Anthony, 4 unprotected first-round picks and 1 first-round swap deal. Although they got a very good star, whether this deal is worth it depends on Bain's performance in the future. The third place is that the Nuggets traded with Cameron Anthony, who gave Porter Jr. and the unprotected first-round pick in 2032, and the traded with Cameron Johnson. The team revitalized the team at a very small price. The Nuggets in the new season will once again become a strong contender for the championship. The fourth place is that the Heat traded Powell. They gave Li Kaile and veteran Love in the three-party transaction between the Clippers and the Jazz, and the traded Powell. This deal is very cost-effective for the team, and their lineup scoring ability will also be upgraded in the new season. The last one is that the Rockets won Finney Smith through signing a contract. The four-year, $53 million contract is definitely worth it for such a 3D player. He can seamlessly connect the Rockets' defensive system and improve the team's three-point shooting ability well. It is indeed a very worthwhile signing.