6 NBA teams that need a veteran leader (Including the Brooklyn Nets)

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#3 OKC Thunder

Victor Oladipo, who is expected to sit out next season following another brutal injury, is the most experienced player for the OKC Thunder. He has been in the league for 10 years. Next to him is Davis Bertans with seven and then Kenrich Williams and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander with five seasons each.

They added four rookies, including Chet Holmgren, to a lineup that was already one of the most youthful in the NBA. “SGA” leads by example and so does Josh Giddey but they’re still young. A veteran presence could greatly help this young but ultra-talented team.

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#2 San Antonio Spurs

Victor Wembanyama will be on everybody’s radar when the next NBA season opens. Dubbed a generational talent, “Wemby” will be the focus of every San Antonio Spurs game.

Often overlooked on the Spurs’ roster is a veteran player who will be needed for such a young squad. Coach Gregg Popovich is as good as any leader but the players will also respond well to one of them.

The Spurs currently have Reggie Bullock and Doug McDermott as senior citizens. Bullock is a 10-year veteran while McDermott has been playing in the NBA for nine years. Another more experienced leader could help his team that is oozing with potential.

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#1 Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets have new majority owners and new players. Their most experienced player is Gordon Hayward who has been in the NBA for 13 years. Terry Rozier comes next with eight years of experience.

This team, after all their controversial troubles, badly needs a veteran leader who will hold them accountable. LaMelo Ball, their NBA superstar, might not be that player yet. The recent Kai Jones issues could hound this team as training camp starts.

Coach Steve Clifford could need another reliable hand to keep this group together.