If the Thunder loses Monday s tiebreak, what changes will happen to the NBA?

If the Thunder loses in the tiebreak, the NBA pattern will face a huge change

On June 23, the NBA Finals tiebreak battle is about to break out, and the Thunder and the Pacers are about to fight to the death. The result of this game is crucial. Once the Thunder loses the tiebreak, the NBA's pattern will inevitably undergo major changes, especially the Thunder's player structure will face significant adjustments.

1. If the Thunder fails, Jaylen Williams is likely to be the target of being traded. This season, he averaged 21 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists per game, and his data performed well, but his playing style overlaps with the team's core Alexander, and his offensive efficiency needs to be improved. More importantly, he is about to be eligible to claim a maximum salary contract of $42.5 million, which will undoubtedly have a huge impact on Thunder's already tight salary space. Considering that he has a certain appeal in the market, the Thunder are very likely to use him to exchange for draft picks or potential new players to re-lay out the team's long-term development.

2. Chet Homgren also has the risk of being traded. The inside star averaged 15 points, 9 rebounds and 3 blocks per game this season, with a defensive power. However, Haltenstein is also on the inside of the team, and the staffing is relatively crowded. At the same time, Homegren's demand for a maximum salary renewal also puts the team in a difficult salary decision. If a team gives an attractive offer, such as a high-quality draft pick or an instant player, it is difficult for the Thunder to not be moved.

3. Kenridge Williams is likely to be placed on the shelves. Over the past three seasons, his playing time has dropped sharply from 22.8 minutes to 12.9 minutes. There are many young players on the team and fierce competition in positions. At the age of 30, he is becoming increasingly difficult to allocate his playing time. His salary this season is $6.6 million and next season is $7.1 million. This relatively appropriate salary will give him a certain value in the trading market. The Thunder will likely trade him out to optimize the salary structure of the lineup. Once the Thunder loses the tiebreak, in order to alleviate salary pressure and reshape the championship lineup, the team is likely to trade the above players. This will not only change the Thunder's strength and tactical system, but will also have a chain reaction to the player trading market and league structure of the entire NBA. Other teams will readjust their lineup planning and signing strategies based on the Thunder's trading dynamics.