As the 2023-24 NBA season winds down, most of the attention is on the upcoming postseason and play-in tournament. You can bet, however, that teams already have one eye on the upcoming offseason and 2024 free agency.

This year's offseason is going to be an intriguing one, thanks in no small part to trade restrictions implemented by the new collective bargaining agreement. Teams over the second luxury tax apron will have few options when it comes to trades, meaning much of the activity could be centered around unrestricted free agents.

With several quality players—including Paul George, Pascal Siakam, James Harden and LeBron James—slated to be free agents or facing player options, fans should be treated to plenty of offseason excitement.

Here, you'll find a look at some of the latest free agency buzz and a few predictions.

Paul George

Even at 33, Paul George remains one of the top players in the NBA. The Los Angeles Clippers forward added 14 points in 21 minutes during Friday's win over the Utah Jazz and is averaging 22.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.5 assists this season.

If George wants to cash in this offseason, he can. He has a $48.8 million player option for the 2024-25 season, and he'll instantly be one of the market's top targets if he declines it.

According to the Philadelphia Inquirer's Keith Pompey, George could immediately find a suitor in the Philadelphia 76ers if he becomes available.

"The 76ers' desire to acquire Paul George in free agency is the NBA's worst-kept secret," Pompey wrote.

Philadelphia does have the cap space to chase Gorge, and he'd be an intriguing third option next to Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey. However, the Clippers have legitimate championship aspirations and won't allow George to walk without a fight.

Los Angeles should make an all-out push to retain George and unrestricted free agent James Harden. George knows what he has in L.A., and if the Clippers do indeed retain Harden—and quite possibly if they don't—it's hard to envision George wanting to leave.

Philadelphia's public interest could give George some leverage in negotiations, and it's highly unlikely that he simply exercises his option. Ultimately, though, George will probably stay in Los Angeles.

Prediction: George signs an extension with the Clippers.

LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James remains one of the faces of the NBA at 39 years old. He continues to beat back Father Time, and the perennial All-Star would be a key contributor on virtually any roster.

Yet, James' career won't last forever, and his desire to play with son Bronny James is no secret. The younger James recently announced his decision to transfer away from USC while also making himself draft-eligible.

According to Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium, Bronny James will "work out for and visit NBA teams and make a draft decision based on evaluation."

Could his son's immediate future influence LeBron's decision regarding his 2024-25 player option? Absolutely. However, James stated his preference to retire as a Laker back in February.

Retirement reportedly won't come this offseason. Charania told The Pat McAfee Show on April 2 that the expectation is for James to play one or two more seasons.

Instead of option out or signing an extension with L.A., James could simply opt in for $51.4 million and try to team up with Bronny James for a final run in 2025—assuming the younger James doesn't enter the draft and wind up a Laker.

While the Lakers would probably prefer to have more clarity on James' future, playing out his contract might provide him with the most flexibility.

Prediction: James opts in for the 2024-25 season

OG Anunoby

New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby (elbow) returned to the lineup on Friday, though his presence wasn't enough to notch a win against the Chicago Bulls. However, New York was still happy to see the defensive standout on the court.

"[Anunoby] was good," head coach Tom Thibodeau said, per Stefon Bondy of the New York Post. "First game back. So that's a good sign."

Anunoby is an important piece of the puzzle for New York, though injuries are starting to become a concern. That's relevant because the 26-year-old has a $19.9 million player option for next season.

The Knicks appear likely to extend Anunoby, but doing so may not be a slam-dunk decision.

"He is starting to look like a player who is just injury-prone and that makes you nervous, paying him that much," one unnamed general manager told Heavy's Sean Deveney in March.

Financially, opting out and leveraging for a long-term deal makes the most sense for Anunoby, and he has leverage. The Knicks traded R.J. Barrett and Immanuel Quickley to acquire Anunoby in December, and losing him a few months later would be disastrous.

He will try to break the bank there," the general manager said, per Denevey. "Why not? They can't afford to lose him."

The Knicks might prefer to see Anunoby for another season before committing to him long-term, but they may not have that option. For better or worse, Anunoby's next payday will likely come from New York.

Prediction: Anunoby signs an extension with the Knicks

*Contract information via Spotrac.