- The 2019 NBA free-agent class is one of the most star-studded in the league’s history.
- Several of the best players have already found landing spots, while a few others remain on the market.
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NBA free agency has exploded since beginning on June 30.
In the last week, Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant teamed up in Brooklyn, Kawhi Leonard and Paul George teamed up with the Clippers, Jimmy Butler left Philadelphia for Miami, and the Knicks and Lakers struck out.
We’ve tracked the biggest signings so far and the best players still remaining below.
Kawhi Leonard, F — SIGNED with Los Angeles Clippers
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Toronto Raptors
Reported deal: Four years, $142 million
One thing to know: Leonard won a championship in Toronto, then got out of town. Leonard joined the Clippers, enticing the team to trade for Paul George in the process in a stunning move.
Kevin Durant, F — SIGNED with Brooklyn Nets
Age: 30
2018-19 team: Golden State Warriors
Reported deal: Four years, $164 million
One thing to know: Durant is joining the Nets with Kyrie Irving. He is expected to miss the entire 2019-20 season.
Kyrie Irving, G — SIGNED with Brooklyn Nets
Age: 27
2018-19 team: Boston Celtics
Reported deal: Four years, $141 million
One thing to know: In recent weeks, the free-agency buzz was that Irving would join the Nets. He followed suit, bringing Durant along with him in a massive free-agency move.
Jimmy Butler, G/F — SIGNED with Miami Heat
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Minnesota Timberwolves, Philadelphia 76ers
Reported deal: Four years, $142 million
One thing to know: Butler was part of a four-team sign-and-trade, going from the 76ers to the Heat. In Miami, he'll have the chance to be the clear-cut best player and lead the Heat back to the playoffs.
Kemba Walker, G — SIGNED with Boston Celtics
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Charlotte Hornets
Reported deal: Four years, $141 million
One thing to know: It appears Walker will be leaving the Hornets this offseason, though reports indicate the Hornets did not offer him their full max, which would have been as much as $221 million. He'll essentially replace Irving and try to help the Celtics rebound from a disappointing season.
Klay Thompson, G/F — SIGNED with Golden State Warriors
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Golden State Warriors
Reported deal: Five years, $190 million
One thing to know: Thompson tore his ACL in the Finals. It's been reported that the Warriors intend to re-sign Thompson for the five-year, $190 million max.
Tobias Harris, F — SIGNED with Philadelphia 76ers
Age: 26
2018-19 team: Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers
Reported deal: Five years, $180 million
One thing to know: The 76ers gave up a huge amount in the midseason trade for Harris. They spent big to keep him, adding a perimeter scorer and shooter to surround Joel Embiid and Ben Simmons.
Khris Middleton, G/F — SIGNED with Milwaukee Bucks
Age: 27
2018-19 team: Milwaukee Bucks
Reported deal: Five years, $178 million
One thing to know: The Bucks had a limited ability to replace Middleton if he left. They have reportedly decided to pay him (more than any other team could) to keep him as the No. 2 to Giannis Antetokounmpo.
D'Angelo Russell, G — SIGNED with Golden State Warriors
Age: 23
2018-19 team: Brooklyn Nets
Reported deal: Four years, $117 million
One thing to know: In a stunning move, the Warriors and Nets worked out a sign-and-trade for Russell, who had a breakout season in 2018-19 and made his first All-Star team.
Al Horford, F/C — SIGNED with Philadelphia 76ers
Age:33
2018-19 team: Boston Celtics
Reported deal: Four years, $109 million
One thing to know: Horford decided to opt out of a $30 million contract option to hit free agency. His fit with the 76ers is an interesting one, as he'll either center when Embiid sits, or the Sixers will play a massive lineup with Embiid and Horford at the four and five.
Nikola Vucevic, C — SIGNED with Orlando Magic
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Orlando Magic
Reported deal: Four years, $100 million
One thing to know: Vucevic put up career highs in points, rebounds, and assists and near career highs in shooting percentages while making an All-Star team this year.
Kristaps Porzingis, F/C — SIGNED with Dallas Mavericks
Age: 23
2018-19 team: New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks
Reported deal: Five years, $158 million
One thing to know: Porzingis missed the entire 2018-19 season recovering from a torn ACL. He will ultimately remain with the Mavericks to form an intriguing young tandem with Luka Doncic.
Bojan Bogdanovic, G/F — SIGNED with Utah Jazz
Age: 30
2018-19 team: Indiana Pacers
Reported deal: Four years, $73 million
One thing to know: Bogdanovic quietly had a breakout season while stepping up in place of the injured Victor Oladipo. He'll give the Jazz another shooter, ball-handler, scorer, and underrated defender at the wing spots.
Malcolm Brogdon, G — SIGNED with Indiana Pacers
Age: 26
2018-19 team: Milwaukee Bucks
Reported deal: Four years, $85 million
One thing to know: The Bucks were reportedly bracing for a massive offer for Brogdon. He received one from the Pacers, who add the talented, young, two-way guard to their backcourt.
Brook Lopez, C — SIGNED with Milwaukee Bucks
Age: 31
2018-19 team: Milwaukee Bucks
Reported deal: Four years, $52 million
One thing to know: Lopez - who signed just a one-year, $3.5 million deal last summer - has become a stout rim defender and one of the best three-point-shooting big men in the league. The Bucks found a way to keep him after he was an integral part of their success last season.
JJ Redick, G — SIGNED with New Orleans Pelicans
Age: 35
2018-19 team: Philadelphia 76ers
Reported deal: Two years, $26 million
One thing to know: Redick is reportedly leaving the 76ers after two years. While he'll turn down the chance to compete for a championship, he'll join one of the most intriguing young teams in the NBA.
Harrison Barnes, F — SIGNED with Sacramento Kings
Age: 27
2018-19 team: Dallas Mavericks, Sacramento Kings
Reported deal: Four years, $85 million
One thing to know: Barnes opted out of a $25 million player option but is staying with the Kings in the long term. A full training camp could help Barnes integrate with a young core that is trying to take the next step.
Julius Randle, F/C — SIGNED with New York Knicks
Age: 24
2018-19 team: New Orleans Pelicans
Reported deal: Three years, $63 million
One thing to know: After missing out on the top free agents, the Knicks splurged to sign Randle, a talented - albeit unproven - big man who averaged 21-8-4 last season.
Danny Green, G/F — SIGNED with Los Angeles Lakers
Age: 31
2018-19 team: Toronto Raptors
Reported deal: Two years, $30 million
One thing to know: Green was coveted for his defense and three-point shooting. He'll be a big addition on the wing for a shallow Lakers team.
Jonas Valanciunas, C — SIGNED with Memphis Grizzlies
Age: 27
2018-19 team: Toronto Raptors, Memphis Grizzlies
Reported deal: Three years, $45 million
One thing to know: Valanciunas opted out of a $17 million player option with the goal of signing a long-term deal with the Grizzlies. He played well in Memphis following a trade from the Raptors.
Terry Rozier, G — SIGNED with Charlotte Hornets
Age: 25
2018-19 team: Boston Celtics
Reported deal: Three years, $58 million
One thing to know: Rozier had a disappointing season with the Celtics after being relegated to the bench. But the Hornets are taking a chance on the young guard after losing Kemba Walker.
Patrick Beverley, G — SIGNED with Los Angeles Clippers
Age: 30
2018-19 team: Los Angeles Clippers
Reported deal: Three years, $41 million
One thing to know: A dogged defender, functional three-point shooter, and emotional leader, Beverley ultimately cashed in to remain with the Clippers.
Terrence Ross, G/F — SIGNED with Orlando Magic
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Orlando Magic
Reported deal: Four years, $54 million
One thing to know: Ross had a career season in 2018-19. The Magic kept the athletic scoring wing, hoping he can help a young core continue to improve.
Ricky Rubio, G — SIGNED with Phoenix Suns
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Utah Jazz
Reported deal: Three years, $51 million
One thing to know: The Suns have badly needed a point guard to set the table for their young, talented players. Rubio offers excellent passing and defense for an improving team.
Al-Farouq Aminu, F/C — SIGNED with Orlando Magic
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Portland Trail Blazers
Reported deal: Three years, $29 million
One thing to know:A solid defender and capable shooter at the four and five, Aminu hasn't put up big numbers but could play a big role for a team.
Jeremy Lamb, G/F — SIGNED with Indiana Pacers
Age: 27
2018-19 team: Charlotte Hornets
Reported deal: Three years, $31.5 million
One thing to know: Lamb had the best scoring year of his career, and though he's not suited for the No. 2 role he occupied on the Hornets, he makes a nice addition on the wing for the Pacers.
George Hill, G — SIGNED with Milwaukee Bucks
Age: 33
2018-19 team: Cleveland Cavaliers, Milwaukee Bucks
Reported deal: Three years, $29 million
One thing to know: The Bucks lost Malcolm Brogdon but paid to keep Hill, a veteran guard who played well in the playoffs and adds more shooting, ball-handling, and defense.
Thaddeus Young, F — SIGNED with Chicago Bulls
Age: 31
2018-19 team: Indiana Pacers
Reported deal: Three years, $41 million
One thing to know: Young, a consistent, hardworking forward, is a positive locker-room presence who could help the Bulls' young frontcourt of Lauri Markkanen and Wendell Carter Jr. grow.
Dewayne Dedmon — SIGNED with Sacramento Kings
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Atlanta Hawks
Reported deal: Three years, $41 million
One thing to know: Dedmon became an in-demand player for his ability to defend the rim and space the floor. The price the Kings paid for him suggests he could start or play a big role.
Rudy Gay, F — SIGNED with San Antonio Spurs
Age: 32
2018-19 team: San Antonio Spurs
Reported deal: Two years, $32 million
One thing to know: Gay decided to remain with the Spurs, where he has had some success becoming a more efficient scorer.
DeAndre Jordan, C — SIGNED with Brooklyn Nets
Age: 30
2018-19 team: Dallas Mavericks, New York Knicks
Reported deal: Four years, $40 million
One thing to know: Jordan is close friends with Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving and was lured to the Nets after they landed the two stars. Jordan has lost some of his athleticism but can still finish around the rim and provide some rim protection.
Bobby Portis, F/C — SIGNED with New York Knicks
Age: 24
2018-19 team: Chicago Bulls, Washington Wizards
Reported deal: Two years, $31 million
One thing to know: Portis is a versatile, young big man, but his fit with the Knicks is questionable, given their logjam of power forwards and centers.
Kevon Looney, C — SIGNED with Golden State Warriors
Age: 23
2018-19 team: Golden State Warriors
Reported deal: Three years, $15 million
One thing to know: Looney became an indispensable part of the Warriors in recent years, proving his toughness, ability to finish around the basket, and defend the rim.
Enes Kanter, C — SIGNED with Boston Celtics
Age: 27
2018-19 team: New York Knicks/Portland Trail Blazers
Reported deal: Two years, $10 million
One thing to know: Kanter has always been skilled on offense, but he improved his reputation in the past playoffs by playing passable defense and proving his toughness as he played through an injury.
Seth Curry — SIGNED with Dallas Mavericks
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Portland Trail Blazers
Reported deal: Four years, $32 million
One thing to know: Curry has been a consistent shooter and scorer off the bench and gives the Mavericks extra depth at guard.
Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, G/F — SIGNED with Los Angeles Lakers
Age: 26
2018-19 team: Los Angeles Lakers
Reported deal: Two years, $8 million
One thing to know: Caldwell-Pope is returning to the Lakers, where he has spent the last two years. He gives them more depth on the wing.
DeMarre Carroll, F — SIGNED with San Antonio Spurs
Age: 32
2018-19 team: Brooklyn Nets
Reported deal: Two years, $13 million
One thing to know: It's not a splashy signing, but Carroll adds more defensive toughness and shooting to a Spurs team that has needs everywhere.
Derrick Rose, G — SIGNED with Detroit Pistons
Age: 30
2018-19 team: Minnesota Timberwolves
Reported deal: Two years, $15 million
One thing to know: In a remarkable turnaround, Rose had arguably the best offensive season since 2011-12.
Nikola Mirotic, F — SIGNED with FC Barcelona
Age: 28
2018-19 team: New Orleans Pelicans, Milwaukee Bucks
One thing to know: Mirotic was expected to have several suitors in NBA free agency but is reportedly opting to play overseas in Barcelona.
DeMarcus Cousins, C
Age: 28
2018-19 team: Golden State Warriors
2018-19 stats: 16.3 points, 8.2 rebounds, 3.6 assists, 48% FG
Rumored landing spots: Warriors, New York Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers
One thing to know: Cousins had an up-and-down season returning from a torn Achilles. Teams will have to decide whether he showed enough with the Warriors to be worthy of a big, long-term offer or a simple flyer.
Kelly Oubre Jr., G/F
Age: 23
2018-19 team: Washington Wizards, Phoenix Suns
2018-19 stats: 15.2 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 44.5% FG, 32% 3FG
Rumored landing spots: Suns
One thing to know: The Suns have said they view Oubre as part of their young core and would like to retain him as they continue their rebuild.
Marcus Morris, F
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Boston Celtics
2018-19 stats: 13.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 44.7% FG, 37.5% 3FG
Rumored landing places: Celtics, Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks
One thing to know: Morris had perhaps the best year of his career on the Celtics, with Celtics coach Brad Stevens calling him the team's most stable player.
JaMychal Green, F/C
Age: 29
2018-19 team: Memphis Grizzlies/Los Angeles Clippers
2018-19 stats: 9.4 points, 6.3 rebounds, 48.3% FG, 40.3% 3FG
Rumored landing spots: Clippers, Los Angeles Lakers
One thing to know: Green's stats won't blow anyone away, but he's an athletic forward and undersized center who defends hard and shoots threes.
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