ADVERTISEMENT

The top 33 NBA free agents and where they have landed

Gordon Hayward, Blake Griffin, and Kyle Lowry highlight an NBA free agent class that should have teams scrambling in what's been chaotic offseason.

null

The NBA has taken no time off since the conclusion of the Finals.

ADVERTISEMENT

Since the Warriors won the championship, we have had a blockbuster trade for the No. 1 pick in the draft, a blockbuster trade for Jimmy Butler, the actual draft, a blockbuster trade for Chris Paul, plus several notable firings in big front offices.

And now, free agency is here.

Thus far, there have been some big signings, including Gordon Hayward leaving the Jazz for the Celtics, Paul Millsap joining the Nuggets, and Jeff Teague joining the Wolves. Meanwhile, players like Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant, Blake Griffin, and Kyle Lowry all stayed with their teams.

ADVERTISEMENT

Still, some big names are yet to sign. Take a look at the best free agents this offseason and where they could land (based on reports, rumors, and fit).

* notes a restricted free agent, meaning their team can match any contract offer.

Kevin Durant, F

2016-17 team: Warriors

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Warriors on a two-year, $53 million deal, a surprising discount.

ADVERTISEMENT

Stephen Curry, PG

2016-17 team: Warriors

Newest deal: Curry re-signed with the Warriors on a five-year, $201 million deal, the richest in NBA history. LeBron James says it's still not enough.

Gordon Hayward, SF

2016-17 team: Jazz

ADVERTISEMENT

Newest deal: Signed with the Celtics on a four-year, $128 million deal, one of the biggest moves in free agency.

Blake Griffin, PF

2016-17 team: Clippers

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Clippers on a five-year, $173 million deal.

Paul Millsap, PF

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Hawks

Newest deal: Signed a three-year, $90 million deal as part of a three-team trade that will send him to the Nuggets.

Kyle Lowry, PG

2016-17 team: Raptors

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Raptors on a three-year, $100 million deal.

ADVERTISEMENT

George Hill, PG

2016-17 team: Jazz

Newest deal: Signed with the Kings on a three-year, $57 million deal.

Jeff Teague, PG

2016-17 team: Pacers

ADVERTISEMENT

Newest deal: Signed with the Wolves on a three-year, $57 million deal.

Jrue Holiday, PG

2016-17 team: Pelicans

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Pelicans on a five-year, $125 million deal.

Dirk Nowitzki, PF/C

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Mavericks

Potential landing spots: Mavericks

One thing to know: Nowitzki will once again be a free agent this offseason, but only so he can restructure his deal with the Mavs. Will Nowitzki ever leave the Mavs? No. Will Nowitzki ever slow down? No.

Andre Iguodala, F

2016-17 team: Warriors

ADVERTISEMENT

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Warriors on a three-year, $48 million deal

Danilo Gallinari, F

2016-17 team: Nuggets

Newest deal: Signed a three-year, $65 million deal as part of a three-team trade that will send him to the Clippers.

J.J. Redick, SG

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Clippers

Newest deal: Signed with the 76ers on a one-year, $23 million deal.

Otto Porter Jr., F*

2016-17 team: Wizards

Newest deal: Signed a four-year, $106 million offer sheet with the Nets that the Wizards have four days to match.

ADVERTISEMENT

Nerlens Noel, C*

2016-17 team: 76ers, Mavericks

Potential landing spots: Mavericks, Nets, Blazers, Celtics

One thing to know: Noel finally got to shine for a brief moment in Dallas after being traded by the 76ers. The Mavs can match any offer for him and are likely to retain the athletic, defensive-minded center.

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, SG*

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Pistons

Potential landing spots: Pistons, Nets, Kings

One thing to know: Teams could try to pry Caldwell-Pope away from the Pistons with a big offer in hopes of developing the athletic, 24-year-old guard.

Serge Ibaka, F/C

2016-17 team: Magic, Raptors

ADVERTISEMENT

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Raptors on a three-year, $65 million deal.

Tony Snell, F*

2016-17 team: Bucks

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Bucks on a four-year, $46 million deal.

Taj Gibson, PF

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Bulls, Thunder

Newest deal: Signed with the Wolves on a two-year, $28 million deal.

Tim Hardaway Jr., G/F*

2016-17 team: Hawks

Potential landing spots: Hawks, Nets, 76ers, Spurs, Wolves

ADVERTISEMENT

One thing to know: The Hawks can match any offer for Hardaway Jr., who has developed into a more steady defender and scorer in two years with Atlanta. He could appeal to several teams for his age (25), scoring, and athleticism.

Derrick Rose, PG

2016-17 team: Knicks

Potential landing spots: Knicks, Spurs, Wolves, Bucks

One thing to know: Rose had moments of looking like his old self with the Knicks, but once again needed knee surgery at the end of the year. Injury history and defense could keep him from getting any huge offers.

ADVERTISEMENT

Rudy Gay, F

2016-17 team: Kings

Potential landing spots: Thunder, Heat, Cavs

One thing to know: Gay tore his Achilles in 2016-17 which may lower his market. But if healthy, he's an athletic forward who could provide a scoring punch to any team he joins.

Tyreke Evans, G/F

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Pelicans, Kings

Potential landing spots: Kings, Heat, Hornets, Knicks

One thing to know: It's unclear where Evans could end up, but when he's healthy and motivated, he's a unique, multi-position wing who can handle the ball, score, and defend several positions.

Shaun Livingston, G/F

2016-17 team: Warriors

ADVERTISEMENT

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Warriors on a three-year, $24 million deal.

Joe Ingles, G/F*

2016-17 team: Jazz

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Jazz on a four-year, $52 million deal.

Zach Randolph, PF/C

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Grizzlies

Newest deal: Signed a two-year, $24 million deal with the Kings.

Nene, C

2016-17 team: Rockets

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Rockets on a three-year, $11 million deal.

ADVERTISEMENT

JaMychal Green, F*

2016-17 team: Grizzlies

Potential landing spots: Grizzlies, Nuggets, Celtics, Wolves, Nets

One thing to know: Green had a strong 2016-17 season and may have several teams interested because of his length, athleticism, and three-point shooting (37% last season).

Dion Waiters, G/F

ADVERTISEMENT

2016-17 team: Heat

Potential landing spots: Heat, 76ers, Nets

One thing to know: Waiters had a strong season with the Heat, playing more efficiently and in control, before getting hurt down the stretch. He reportedly could land between $8-10 million annually, and should receive interest from several teams.

C.J. Miles, G/F

2016-17 team: Pacers

ADVERTISEMENT

Potential landing spots: Pacers, Pistons, 76ers, Celtics, Bucks

One thing to know: Miles is a career 36% three-point shooter and has made over 140 threes in each of his last three seasons. Teams looking for a steady wing may chase him this summer.

Nikola Mirotic, F*

2016-17 team: Bulls

Potential landing spots: Bulls, Wolves, Mavs

ADVERTISEMENT

One thing to know: The Bulls can match any offer for Mirotic, but after drafting stretch big man Lauri Markkanen, the streaky-shooting Mirotic could be on the move for a team looking for a stretch big.

Shabazz Muhammad, G/F*

2016-17 team: Wolves

Potential landing spots: Wolves, Nets, 76ers, Wizards, Mavs

One thing to know: Muhammad's growth has stalled a bit in Minnesota, but he could be targeted by some team hoping to develop him and give him a bigger role.

ADVERTISEMENT

Kyle Korver, SG

2016-17 team: Hawks, Cavs

Newest deal: Re-signed with the Cavs on a three-year, $22 million deal.

Now, take a look back at the greatest Olympian's career...

FOLLOW BUSINESS INSIDER AFRICA

Unblock notifications in browser settings.
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended articles

Congo is spending 22% of its scarce revenue on security - Minister

Congo is spending 22% of its scarce revenue on security - Minister

Another African country is set to get a Russian embassy

Another African country is set to get a Russian embassy

Medic West Africa 2024: A resounding success in fostering collaboration and innovation for a brighter healthcare future

Medic West Africa 2024: A resounding success in fostering collaboration and innovation for a brighter healthcare future

10 African countries with the most troubling external debt in 2024

10 African countries with the most troubling external debt in 2024

10 African countries with the least soft power influence over the world

10 African countries with the least soft power influence over the world

Kenyan government rejects calls to ban TikTok, recommends tighter control over

Kenyan government rejects calls to ban TikTok, recommends tighter control over

Congo accuses Apple of conflict minerals in its supply chain

Congo accuses Apple of conflict minerals in its supply chain

Top 10 African countries with the highest fuel prices in April 2024

Top 10 African countries with the highest fuel prices in April 2024

The gold trade in Uganda makes a huge comeback

The gold trade in Uganda makes a huge comeback

ADVERTISEMENT