The Denver Nuggets had a notable season marked by the impressive performance of Nikola Jokic, who averaged exceptional stats, potentially topping those from his MVP-winning seasons. Following a surprising decision to dismiss both head coach Michael Malone and GM Calvin Booth prior to the playoffs, interim coach David Adelman guided the team through a challenging postseason, highlighted by a seven-game series against the Los Angeles Clippers and a tough battle against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

A key player in their playoff run was Russell Westbrook, whose timely offensive rebounds and surprising three-point shooting (41.9%) were crucial against the Clippers. After the playoffs, Westbrook opted out of his player option, becoming a free agent, and expressed interest in leveraging his platform for social causes through his new venture, RW Digital. As he approaches 37, Westbrook’s playoff experience could make him a valuable asset for teams looking to deepen their playoff runs.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are on the brink of securing an NBA championship, leading the Indiana Pacers 3-2 in the Finals. After winning Game 5 at home, they now shift their focus to clinching the title in Indianapolis. The Thunder have showcased their might this season, driven by a young core including Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams, and Chet Holmgren. Despite their success, the offseason looms large with decisions to enhance their roster.

Key moves from the previous offseason, like signing Isaiah Hartenstein and trading for Alex Caruso, have added depth and experience. As they eye potential additions, the Thunder are among the favorites to re-sign former MVP Russell Westbrook, who could bolster their bench. While Westbrook's prime may be behind him, he remains a valuable contributor at 36, and his familiarity with the Thunder's system could be an asset as they pursue another title.

The Sacramento Kings face a pivotal offseason as they ponder whether to revamp their roster or initiate a full rebuild. After finishing ninth in the Western Conference and exiting the playoffs prematurely, the Kings are riding a wave of change, including parting ways with head coach Mike Brown and trading away star point guard De’Aaron Fox.

With the possibility of moving stars like Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine, the Kings' focus this summer will be on strengthening the point guard position, where they struggled after trading Fox. Both Malik Monk and Keon Ellis stepped into starting roles, but they need a reliable, proven point guard. Russell Westbrook emerges as a target, with betting odds suggesting that the Kings have the third-best chance (+500) of signing him, following the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks.

The Golden State Warriors are gearing up for an offseason focused on bolstering their roster around their veteran core, consisting of Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler, and Draymond Green, in hopes of returning to championship contention. After a disappointing playoff exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, exacerbated by Curry's hamstring injury, the Warriors face critical decisions ahead.

With limited salary cap space and the future of restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga in question, the team's priority will be improving their backup point guard position. Notably, they are among the frontrunners to potentially sign Russell Westbrook in free agency, who had a resurgence with the Denver Nuggets last season, averaging 13.3 points, 6.1 assists, and 4.9 rebounds.

The Denver Nuggets enter an offseason filled with crucial choices after yet another second-round playoff exit. While Nikola Jokic is coming off a stellar season, the team must secure a new general manager and make strategic roster improvements. A pivotal decision involves Russell Westbrook, who is now a free agent after a solid bounce-back season. After averaging 13.3 points and 6.1 assists this past year, Westbrook's free agency could see him pursued by several teams, with the Miami Heat and Dallas Mavericks emerging as frontrunners.

Westbrook's potential fit with Miami is particularly enticing, given their pressing need for a point guard. He might also find starting opportunities in Sacramento, while teams like the Nuggets might prefer him as a backup. However, there is a strong case for Westbrook to consider re-signing with Denver after a successful tenure, enhancing their chances for a deeper playoff run next season.