What happened: Las Vegas fell in the 2026 semifinals to Golden State, which advanced to meet Atlanta in the Finals. Guard Jackie Young is set to enter free agency after finishing seventh in postseason 3-pointers.

Why it matters: Young's upcoming free agency gives Las Vegas a core rotation decision with payroll and depth consequences for next season. Sitting out the Finals alongside New York after recent Finals runs underscores turnover at the top of the league.

What to watch: Resolution of Young's free agency and surrounding rotation moves sets the agenda into next season.