The NBA free agency period has begun, so signing news will be rolling in throughout the week. Rumors will swirl, but as deals become official, we’ll add them to our ongoing list of NBA players signed and traded.
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NBA Free Agent Tracker
Paul George – Philadelphia 76ers: Four years, $212 million
George will continue his quest for an NBA title in Philadelphia, along with Tyrese Maxey and Joel Embiid. He finished the 2023-24 season as a first-round pick in per-game value, something that likely won’t happen this season. His numbers could take a slight hit across the board, making him a relatively solid target in the mid-to-late second round. His arrival could also result in both Maxey and Embiid dropping slightly in terms of scoring.
His departure from the Clippers means that James Harden and Kawhi Leonard will have to shoulder a bit more of the burden on the offensive end. Derrick Jones Jr. could be an ideal replacement for George on the defensive end, but his offensive skills are far less appealing. Assuming Leonard stays relatively healthy, he could still earn a top 10 finish. Meanwhile, Harden could find himself back in the second round after finishing last season as the 26th overall pick in standard formats.
Kelly Oubre – Philadelphia 76ers: Two years, $16.3 million
Oubre returns to Philadelphia, where he’ll likely serve as a primary offensive option on the second unit. While he’s certainly never met a shot he didn’t like, Oubre’s overall fantasy game is far from compelling. Outside of some sporadic streaming appeal, he likely lands as a potential last-round flier for anyone in need of a late-round points boost.
Derrick Jones Jr. – Los Angeles Clippers: Three years, $30 million
After a strong playoff showing, Jones was considered a priority for the Mavericks. However, they were unable to agree to a new deal, giving Jones the opportunity to look elsewhere. He was subsequently picked up by the Clippers, where he could step right into the starting lineup, replacing Paul George, who is likely on the run himself. Even in starting minutes, Jone has never been a high-priority fantasy target. He could be used defensively, but it’s unlikely he’ll get much attention come draft season.
Naji Marshall – Dallas Mavericks: Three years, $27 million
Marshall should provide the Mavericks with a viable option, either off the bench or as a starter. With Derrick Jones Jr. seemingly on his way out of town, Marshall could be called upon to play meaningful minutes on a consistent basis. While his role could be relatively consistent, there’s no reason to target him in standard leagues given his limited ceiling and the fact that the Mavericks have depth at the wing/forward position.
Mason Plumlee – Phoenix Suns: A year
Plumlee steps in as the primary backup behind Jusuf Nurkic, offering the Suns a serviceable, proven veteran. While we’ve seen Plumlee have fantasy value in the past, he would need an injury to Nurkic to even be considered a viable addition. If and when Nurkic misses time, Plumlee could be worth a look for rebounds, field goal percentage, and out-of-position assists.
Jonas Valanciunas – Washington Wizards: Three years, $30 million
In one of the more intriguing free agency moves, Valanciunas heads to Washington where he’ll compete with the likes of Marvin Bagley and Richaun Holmes, not to mention the No. 2 draft pick, Alex Sarr. While his immediate future in New Orleans was likely over, the Wizards weren’t on the list of potential targets. While there’s a chance he could become a standard league asset, fantasy managers will have to see what other moves are made and what the rotation might look like. If he does end up starting alongside Sarr, he could potentially provide limited big-man numbers.
Chris Paul – San Antonio Spurs: One year, $11 million
After a terrible season in Golden State, Paul is in a much more favorable situation in San Antonio. While age is not on his side, Paul could easily find himself back in the top 80 if he stays relatively healthy. Playing alongside Victor Wembanyama should help Paul’s assist numbers climb. His days as a reliable, high-scoring player are behind him, but he could certainly average more than the 9.2 points per game he averaged with the Warriors. Comparing him to fellow veteran Mike Conley at least gives us an idea of what his value might be. Conley finished last season as the 69th player in scoring, averaging 11.4 points, 5.9 assists, 1.2 steals and 2.4 three-pointers.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope – Orlando Magic: Three years, $66 million
While Caldwell-Pope isn’t typically viewed as a flashy piece, he does offer the Magic a huge upgrade at the off-guard position. He remains one of the best wing defenders in the league, with the ability to step out and consistently score from the perimeter. If there’s one thing the Magic needed to upgrade this offseason, it’s their perimeter scoring. That said, Caldwell-Pope’s role likely won’t change despite the move, making him a questionable fantasy asset at best. He could be picked up with a late pick by anyone looking for a boost in steals and threes.
André Drummond – Philadelphia 76ers: two years, $10 million
Drummond, as the player behind Joel Embiid, will naturally be limited in what he can do. However, Embiid’s injury history should not be overlooked here. Based on what we know about his ongoing knee issues, there’s a chance that Embiid not only misses a significant amount of games this season, but is also managed when he is on the court. Drummond will compete with Paul Reed for backup minutes, with each player offering a unique skill set. While he won’t be a target during fantasy drafts, Drummond will almost certainly be a frequent streaming prospect who can provide some level of sustainable value at times.
James Harden – Los Angeles Clippers: Two years, $70 million
Harden returns to Los Angeles for at least one more season, where he’s likely to be the first option on offense with Paul George looming. While it’s unlikely we see Harden become a top 10 player again, there’s a chance he could flirt with top 15 value, especially if Russell Westbrook can find an alternative at home. The Clippers could make a few more moves, at which point Harden’s upside may need to be scaled back. For now, it’s a situation to keep an eye on, especially for anyone looking to score a steal on draft day.
Max Christie – Los Angeles Lakers: Four years, $32 million
Christie did just enough last season to earn a multi-year contract in Los Angeles. He could potentially be a fantasy asset at some point in his career, but right now he’s simply a depth piece on a roster with title aspirations.
Obi Toppin – Indiana Pacers: Four years, $60 million
Toppin was able to carve out a meaningful role for Indiana, albeit a bit of a letdown compared to the preseason hype heading into the 2023-24 season. The Pacers see him as a key piece going forward, likely using him both as a rotational player and as a member of the starting unit depending on the individual matchup. With his role now seemingly set in stone, there’s no reason to think his fantasy value will change, only making him a deeper league target.
Patrick Williams – Chicago Bulls: Five years, $90 million
The Bulls continue to show a lot of confidence in Williams despite the fact that he has largely been disappointing in both reality and fantasy. He was able to generate some limited fantasy value last season before being derailed by injury once again. The Bulls aren’t going anywhere anytime soon, which means Williams should at least be given ample opportunity to prove himself again. Based on what we’ve seen in his career thus far, managers have every right to steer clear of him on draft day.
Royce O’Neale – Phoenix Suns: Four years, $44 million
O’Neale has the ability to contribute in multiple categories, playing multiple positions depending on the matchup. Unfortunately, his production usually falls short when it comes to sustainable fantasy value. He’s a great example of a situation where real-life value outweighs fantasy value. He’ll undoubtedly be in and out of the roster in all formats for the majority of the season.
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