NBA free agency is underway, and after more than 10 days, some notable names remain available. Restricted free agency has been slow to develop this summer. The Brooklyn Nets were

Free agency has mostly dried up, but there are still players worth an eyeball or two. De'Anthony Melton is a dynamic defender when healthy. Gary Payton II is an on-ball pest with championship experience. Amir Coffey isn't a lockdown defender, but he offers versatility and usually knows where to be.

Ever since LeBron James opted into his $52.6 million player option, speculation around his departure from the LA Lakers has gradually increased. His agent Rich Paul's comments are responsible for it.

2025 NBA free agency opens up at 6 p.m. on Monday, when big names like Myles Turner, Josh Giddey, and Deandre Ayton could be heading to new teams. There will be plenty of trade rumors and deals throughout this time as well.

The Lakers' trade for Doncic sacrificed their All-Star center, Anthony Davis, and his two-way production in the frontcourt. After a deal for Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams was reversed at the trade deadline due to a failed physical, Los Angeles is undoubtedly in the market for an impactful center. And Ayton makes a lot of sense.

ESPN’s Shams Charania recently reported that Deandre Ayton is finalizing a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers to become a free agent. This has led to increased speculation about Ayton potentially joining the Los Angeles Lakers, who are also in search of a key center.

The Los Angeles Lakers entered free agency with a specific goal in mind. After identifying their need for a rim-protecting center who could finish lobs, they landed their target by signing DeAndre Ayton to a two-year deal.

When free agency opened Monday night, the NBA had officially set its salary cap at $154.647 million for the 2025-26 season. That's up 10% from last season , which was the expected jump.

It's been a busy week for the Nuggets and their new executive team, led by Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace.