NBA Free Agency Articles - Page 13

LeBron James may have recently opted in for his $52.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, instead of quelling rumors about his immediate future, the move has only increased the noise, with James understood to be monitoring the Lakers’ offseason closely. As things stand, James will be a […]

This past season, the New York Knicks’ number one problem was their lack of depth. In the end, it came back to bite them as they fell short in the Eastern Conference Finals to a much deeper team in the Indiana Pacers. Thus, it’s no surprise to see the Knicks look to rectify this problem […]

Jake LaRavia has not even suited up for the Los Angeles Lakers yet, but he already knows exactly how to get fans on his side. After agreeing to a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers, LaRavia posted a simple message that instantly energized the team’s massive following and hinted at the mindset he plans […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are once again making headlines—this time not for on-court moves, but for their long-term financial strategy. According to recent reports from Shams Charania, the Lakers are prioritizing 2027 salary cap flexibility, with plans to preserve space for a potential max-level free agent signing. This forward-looking approach follows LeBron James’ player option […]

After making their first big swing of free agency, signing Tyrese Maxey’s friend Trendon Watford to a new two-year, $5.3 million deal, the Philadelphia 76ers are looking to do some classic addition by subtraction, scouring the league for a team to take on the contract of backup center Andre Drummond. That’s right, mere days after […]

On the first night of free agency, the San Antonio Spurs wasted no time making headlines. Free agent center Luke Kornet has agreed to a four-year, $41 million deal with the Spurs, according to Shams Charania of ESPN. The move immediately reshapes San Antonio’s rotation and signals that the front office is determined to build […]

After a putrid 2024-25 campaign in which they won just 21 games, the New Orleans Pelicans are looking to return to playoff contention for the upcoming season. To further their cause, they signed three-time champion Kevon Looney to a two-year, $16 million deal in the first day of free agency, bolstering their frontcourt and giving […]

Cam Johnson begins a new chapter of his NBA career as he becomes a member of the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets acquired him from the Brooklyn Nets in a major trade on Monday night. They obtained his talents in exchange for Michael Porter Jr. and a 2032 first-round pick. This ended Johnson’s time with the […]

The first day of free agency has brought forth plenty of player movement, with teams such as the Atlanta Hawks and Memphis Grizzlies being among the busiest. To teams already above the salary cap, moving in free agency isn’t quite as easy, as they have to maneuver smartly to stay below the relevant tax apron. […]

The Houston Rockets aren’t just signaling that they’re all-in. They’re acting like it. Mere days after pulling off the most shocking trade of the summer by acquiring Kevin Durant from Phoenix, the Rockets are staying on the offensive. Their latest move? Signing veteran forward Dorian Finney-Smith to a four-year, $53 million deal in 2025 NBA […]

The Milwaukee Bucks will retain a player who was one of their brightest spots in the playoffs with Gary Trent Jr. coming back next season. Trent will sign a two-year, $7.5 million deal to stay with Milwaukee, per ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania on Monday night. “Free agent sharpshooter Gary Trent Jr. has agreed to […]

After some doubt regarding the future of Jaren Jackson Jr. with the Memphis Grizzlies following the trade that sent Desmond Bane away to the Orlando Magic, the Grizzlies have quickly made it clear that they are not about to blow up the team anytime soon. On the first day of free agency, it was reported […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ obvious need for a center has garnered headlines since the team was eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves in the NBA Playoffs. But with the free agency negotiation period beginning on Monday, the Lakers first move was to come to an agreement with a wing in Jake LaRavia. The free agent market […]

The Memphis Grizzlies wasted no time in the opening hours of NBA Free Agency. EVP Zach Kleiman inked both Jaren Jackson Jr. and Santi Aldama to multi-year deals, making a massive financial commitment and statement about the franchise’s championship aspirations. Securing two pivotal pieces with substantial contract extensions is an all-in commitment to building around […]

After watching the rest of the Eastern Conference, especially the Atlanta Hawks, make move after move to improve their roster, the Philadelphia 76ers have finally joined the party, signing 24-year-old forward Trendon Watford to a two-year, $5.3 million deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Standing 6-foot-9, 240 pounds, Watford can do a little bit of […]

The Dallas Mavericks have made their first major free agency splash of the 2025 offseason by agreeing to terms with D’Angelo Russell. The 29-year-old guard has agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with Dallas, according to ESPN. After a rocky season that saw the franchise stumble through self-inflicted chaos, the Mavericks now turn to […]

It’s been a busy free agency period for the Milwaukee Bucks so far. Although the team lost Brook Lopez to the LA Clippers, they did manage to agree to new contracts with several of their own free agents. At the onset of the NBA’s free agency negotiation period, the Bucks agreed in principle to bring […]

The Charlotte Hornets are bringing back a familiar face in Mason Plumlee, agreeing to a one-year, $3.6 million contract in free agency. The move signals a strategic step to bolster the Hornets’ front court depth following the departure of Mark Williams, who was traded to the Phoenix Suns on draft night. Plumlee, a 12-year NBA […]

The Atlanta Hawks wasted no time making moves this offseason. They just struck a deal that will send shockwaves across the league’s middle class. In a sign-and-trade with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Atlanta acquired Nickeil Alexander-Walker on a four-year, $62 million contract, complete with a player option and trade kicker. The price may raise eyebrows, but […]

Trae Young and the Atlanta Hawks continue to be aggressive this offseason. Right after acquiring Nickeil Alexander-Walker from the Minnesota Timberwolves, they also land sharpshooter Luke Kennard from the Memphis Grizzlies. Kennard will sign a one-year, $11 million deal with Atlanta, per ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania on Monday. “Free agent sharpshooter Luke Kennard has […]

Devin Booker still has three years left on his contract, but he is eligible for a big extension this summer, and the Phoenix Suns are reportedly close to making a big splash with Booker. Booker has been the face of the Suns for a long time now, and two parties are in talks about a […]

The Orlando Magic started off their offseason moves before the NBA Finals were even over when they acquired Desmond Bane in a trade with the Memphis Grizzlies. The trade was a move towards becoming a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference. And with the NBA free agency negotiation period beginning on Monday, the Magic made […]

The Denver Nuggets rattled the NBA world Monday. They delivered one massive roster shakeup to start NBA free agency. All by moving Michael Porter Jr. Porter Jr. landed with the Brooklyn Nets in the bombshell Cam Johnson deal. But Denver moves away from an integral piece who teamed with Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray and the […]

The Memphis Grizzlies made headlines by locking up Jaren Jackson Jr. with a five-year, $240 million maximum contract extension to open the NBA Free Agency frenzy. Almost immediately, some criticism began flowing from the national media. Too much money. Too much risk. Too much commitment to a player who hasn’t proven he can stay healthy. […]

One of the Detroit Pistons’ early NBA free agency plans was but on hold for the time being as free agent guard Malik Beasley was recently named as a target in a league investigation into potential gambling. While Beasley has not been charged with any crime at this point, it appears as if the Pistons […]

The Atlanta Hawks are in the process of finalizing a sign-and-trade agreement with the Minnesota Timberwolves for swingman Nickeil Alexander-Walker, league sources told ClutchPoints. A future 2027 second-round pick and cash will be going to Minnesota as part of this agreement. Alexander-Walker, 26, was one of the best combo guards in free agency this offseason […]

The New Orleans Pelicans managed to find a new center on Monday, with NBA free agency officially open. It appears the club has acquired a former three-time champion who has played for the Golden State Warriors throughout his career. Reports indicate that Kevon Looney, who is 29 years old, will be signing with the Pelicans […]

The Houston Rockets’ offseason continues to get better as they reunite with Clint Capela. Capela will sign a three-year, $21.5 million deal with the Rockets, ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Monday. “Free agent center Clint Capela has agreed to a three-year, $21.5 million deal with the Houston Rockets, sources tell ESPN. Major frontcourt […]

The NBA free agency period officially began on Monday, and while contracts cannot officially be signed until July 6, teams can already begin negotiations with potential free agents. NBA teams have also been able to come to agreements with their own free agents before the negotiation period. The Milwaukee Bucks’ first order of business in […]

Veteran point guard Dennis Schroder and the Sacramento Kings, came to an agreement in free agency on Monday evening, league sources told ClutchPoints. As the Kings continued to look for ways to maximize their offer for Schroder, discussions about whether they would do a sign-and-trade loomed large. Ultimately, after trading Jonas Valanciunas to the Denver […]

NBA Free Agency opened up Monday evening at 6 pm ET. Thus far, there has been a flurry of moves by several teams. But no team has been nearly as busy as the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies kicked off the evening by re-signing Jaren Jackson Jr. to a massive $240 million contract. They brought back […]

After moving on from Michael Porter Jr. by trading him to the Brooklyn Nets, the Denver Nuggets reunite with a former NBA champion in Bruce Brown. Brown returns to the team he won a championship with on a one-year deal, per ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania. “Free agent Bruce Brown Jr. has agreed to a […]

The Memphis Grizzlies are staying active during the NBA free agency period as they look to balance cap space and talent retention. A new report suggests Cole Anthony may be on his way out as Memphis restructures financially to lock in a long-term deal for Jaren Jackson Jr. As reported by Shams Charania on X […]

The Chicago Bulls didn’t have Tre Jones for long last season as they brought him over in a trade with the San Antonio Spurs shortly before the trade deadline. The Bulls clearly liked what they saw from him as they are bringing him back on a three-year contract. Jones agreed to a new contract with […]

With NBA free agency officially underway, the Detroit Pistons hope to acquire a team primed for a deeper playoff run. One step in maintaining success was the re-signing of Paul Reed. After playing for the club in the 2024-25 season, it appears he’ll be returning to the roster once again. Reports indicate that “BBall” Paul […]

Despite losing wing Dorian Finney-Smith to the Houston Rockets in free agency, the Los Angeles Lakers have made their first addition of the 2025 NBA offseason with Jake LaRavia. LaRavia will sign a two-year, $12 million deal with the Lakers, ESPN’s NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Monday. “Free agent forward Jake LaRavia has agreed […]

The Dallas Mavericks and free agent guard D’Angelo Russell have agreed to a two-year, $13 million contract, league sources told ClutchPoints on Monday night. D’Angelo Russell is signing a 2-year $13 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks, per @BrettSiegelNBA. pic.twitter.com/N41rGQArj1 — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) June 30, 2025 Russell, 29, came to an agreement with the Mavs […]

The Memphis Grizzlies had a very frustrating finish to their 2024-2025 season. After holding onto the two seed in the NBA’s Western Conference for much of the season, a late-season swoon saw them drop to seventh. That culminated in a quick playoff exit at the hands of the eventual champion Oklahoma City Thunder. The tough […]

The Houston Rockets lured back two familiar faces Monday. Delivering this NBA free agency move following the blockbuster Kevin Durant trade that sent Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks to Phoenix. Houston is re-signing Aaron Holiday and Jeff Green. Both will be on one-year minimum deals, per Kelly Iko of The Athletic. Rumblings of their Rockets return […]