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In a shockingly disappointing announcement, LeBorn James announced his free agency decision via a press release on Twitter. I can not say that no one has seen anyone coming. In a tweet from his agency, Klutch Sports, it was announced that James would sign a $ 154 million four-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. That's right, James takes his talents in Southern California
free agency news
To keep up to date all the rumors surrounding the free agency – and the news of Kawhi – we will continue to update this post with the latest updates on the offers, exchanges and reported negotiations. Good offseason of the NBA!
Sunday, July 1
Reportage: Noel is more and more interested in the league
Nerlens Noel is an unrestricted free agent and he earns a bit of interest throughout the league. Teams that interest him include the Lakers, Wizards, Thunder and Pelicans according to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports. ( 10:49 pm ET )
Report: Aaron Gordon accepts an agreement of $ 84 million
Aaron Gordon is staying in Orlando. According to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports attacker Magic has accepted a $ 84 million contract over four years. It's a big payday for Gordon. More news ( 10:43 pm ET )
Reportage: Lance joins LeBron in L.A.
Lance Stephenson and LeBron James will play in the same team. According to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports, Stephenson has accepted an agreement with the Lakers in what is the most bizarre signature of the free agency by far. More News 1945k004] 10:37 pm ET )
The Knicks Restoration Project with Hezonja
Mario Hezonja had a disappointing start to his career in Orlando, but he's going to get a second chance in New York with the Knicks. Hezonja and New York would have accepted a one – year contract worth $ 6.5 million. More news ( 10:35 pm ET )
Reportage: KCP joins the Lakers
LeBron James was not the only one to sign with the Lakers on July 1st. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has also been awarded a contract with Los Angeles. According to Shams Charania of Yahoo Sports, Caldwell-Pope and the Lakers have agreed on a one-year contract worth $ 12 million. More news ( 10:31 PM ET )
Reportage: Kawhi still wants the Lakers
If there was a concern that LeBron James sign to Los Angeles to push Kawhi Leonard away then this was quickly put to bed by a report from Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN who said that Kawhi Leonard's goal is still to to join James in Los Angeles. More news ( 10:24 pm ET )
LeBron agrees to sign with the Lakers
The wait is over. LeBron James' agency, Klutch Sports, has announced that LeBron will sign a $ 154 million four-year contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. More news ( 20:15 pm ET)
Dirk would return to Dallas
Dirk Nowitzki will return to the Mavericks. Not everyone is surprised, but Shams Charania from Yahoo! Sports reports that the Mavericks will use their $ 5 million cap to bring Dirk back to Dallas. ( 20:00 ET )
The Lakers could chase Gordon
The Magic would like to keep the free agent restricted Aaron Gordon, but they could face some competition from the Los Angeles Lakers. According to one report, the Lakers are a team to "watch" when it comes to Gordon. More information 19459004 (19459017) 19:08 (19459018) ET)
The Knicks take it to Hezonja?
The Knicks keep the simplicity up to now in free agency with one year agreements, and Mario Hezonja is one of the players to whom they have offered an offer. The former No. 5 pick has an offer on the Knicks table, according to the New York Post. Hezonja, however, apparently wants a bigger deal. ( 4:40 pm ET)
Report: The Rockets Do not Give Up on LeBron's Pursuit
The Rockets were one of the teams at the front Guard of the saga of the free agency LeBron, but fell after "The King" has retired from the last year of his contract. According to one report, however, they do not abandon their pursuit of LeBron. More news (15:11 pm ET)
Report: The Sixers hope to trade against Kawhi Leonard
The 76ers believe that they are still in the draws at random for LeBron James, and they have a meeting with his representatives on Sunday. During this discussion, they hope to influence LeBron's representatives with their belief that they can get an exchange for Kawhi Leonard. More news (15:09 pm ET)
Reportage: The Lakers hold a meeting with Capela
According to David Aldridge of TNT, the Lakers meet with a free agent restrained great man Clint Capela. The Rockets would be able to match any offer made by the Lakers. More news (15:00 PM ET)
Reportage: The Pistons Agree with GRIII
The Detroit Pistons reportedly agreed to the following day. an agreement with swingman Glenn Robinson III. According to a report by Shams Charania, it is a two-year contract. (14:56 pm ET)
Report: Rockets Meets with MCW
The Rockets Will Meet Free Agent Guard Michael Carter-Williams, According to A Zach Lowe Report d & # 39; ESPN. (2:50 PM ET)
Reportage: The Clippers Meet KCP
The other Los Angeles team, the Clippers, began to enter the action. According to Chris Haynes of ESPN, the Clips will meet with Kentavious Caldwell-Pope on Monday. (12:59 pm ET)
Report: Sixers to meet representatives of LeBron
According to a report by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the Philadelphia 76ers will meet with representatives from LeBron James to Los Angeles on Sunday, but James will not be at this meeting. (11:16 AM ET)
The Bucks vouch for Jennings' agreement
The Milwaukee Bucks brought Brandon Jennings, their former top-10 pick, last. And now they have decided to keep it for next season too. The team did not give up on Sunday, thus guaranteeing his $ 2.2M contract. (11:08 ET)
Report: The Raptors Rename VanVleet
The Toronto Raptors would bring back one of the most important parts of their outstanding bench unit. According to Shams Charania, the team has accepted a two-year contract with Fred VanVleet. ( 10:41 AM And )
Report: Nuggets trying to land with LeBron
The Nuggets are making a serious push to meet LeBron James, according to Chris Mannix of Yahoo Sports. Denver has been in contact with James' agent, Rich Paul, to claim that it would be a good short-term choice for James. More news (10:11 AM ET)
Saturday, June 30
Durant should sign 1 + 1 case with Warriors
Kevin Durant, according to The New York Times Marc Stein, joins the Warriors. However, he will do it with only one contract plus one. This means that he will sign a two year contract with a player option for the 2019-2020 season, essentially guaranteeing that he will retire and become a free agent again next summer. Shams Charania reported the case worth $ 61.5M More history
Jordan heading to Dallas
A few summers ago there was a fiasco with DeAndre Jordan and the Mavericks. Now the big man is finally heading to Dallas. He would have accepted a one – year contract with the club. More news
Paul accepts the four-year max with Rockets
Chris Paul would be housed in Houston. According to a report by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, the veteran playmaker has agreed to a maximum contract of $ 160 million over four years. More information History
George agrees to reconnect with OKC
Despite all the reports linking him to the Lakers, Paul George would have pledged to sign a new contract with the Thunder. Apparently, the party the Thunder organized for him on Saturday night was successful. More news
Rumor: Cousins could be an option for the Lakers
Boogie at the Lakers? With Paul George ready to return to Thunder, the Lakers could turn to DeMarcus Cousins. Kevin O 'Connor of Ringer reported that Cousins is gaining ground as a target for the Lake Show. More news
Baynes stays with the Celtics
The Boston Celtics will retain one of their key pieces. Aron Baynes has apparently accepted a two-year contract with the team.
Ariza joins Suns
In one of the most surprising movements of the free agency, attacker Trevor Ariza will travel to the West to join the Phoenix Suns. According to a report by Shams Charania, Ariza accepted a one year contract with the team. More information
Thunder withholds Grant
The main move of the Thunder at the opening of the free agency would have convinced Paul George to accept a big deal. But they also accepted a three-year agreement with Jerami Grant.
Rose re-signing with Timberwolves
Derrick Rose would stay in Minnesota with Tom Thibodeau. According to a report by Adrian Wojnarowski, Wolves agreed a one-year contract with the playmaker. More information History [19659072Gaytore-signwithSpurs
According to a report by Shams Charania, Rudy Gay will re-sign with the Spurs . It will only be a one year contract worth $ 10 million.
The Pacers add McDermott
The Indiana Pacers reportedly made their first move in the summer. According to Adrian Wojnarowski, the team agreed a three-year contract with penalty shoot-out Doug McDermott.
The Spurs agree with Belinelli
Marco Belinelli would return to the San Antonio Spurs. Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Italian accepted a two-year agreement with the Spurs.
The Rockets re-sign Green
The Houston Rockets may have lost to Trevor Ariza, but as a consolation prize they will pick Gerald Green. Shams Charania reported that the team accepted a one year contract with the swingman.
Ed Davis heading east to join Nets
The Nets would have added depth to their frontcourt. According to a report by Adrian Wojnarowski, the team has accepted a one – year contract with former big – man Blazers Ed Davis.
Snag Grizzlies Casspi
According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Grizzlies have now gone into action. They agreed a one – year contract with veteran striker Omri Casspi.
Nuggets seek to get rid of a salary
According to a report by Marc Stein the Nuggets seek to lose their salary, which means that they have made several players available in trade negotiations. These players include Kenneth Faried, Wilson Chandler and Arthur Darrell. They would prefer to keep Mason Plumlee, but may have to make it available too.
Reportage: The Pacers are interested in Barton
If the Nuggets do not reach an agreement with the free agent Will Barton rather quickly, they expect the Pacers # 39; imply. The Pacers would have a strong interest in him. If they can not get Barton then their interest could shift to Doug McDermott or Joe Harris.
Report: The nuggets and Barton could be made quickly
The Nuggets would like to make a deal with the # 39, free agent Will Barton as quickly as possible. Both parties could reach agreement on an agreement a few moments after the free agency began.
Reportage: Suns following VanVleet
The Suns would be interested in free agent Raptors Fred VanVleet. The Raptors may match any offer made for VanVleet, but a heavy cash deal might be enough for Toronto to let him go.
Report: LeBron seen flying into Los Angeles
LeBron James is either in meeting with the Lakers, or he is organizing his scheduled meetings of Free agency at his summer home in Los Angeles. James was spotted flying into LA by a group of fans and ESPN later reported that he was actually in the plane. Do the Lakers get their first chance at James? Full Article
Report: LeBron Does Not Meet Cavs In Person
LeBron James will not have a meeting in person with the Cavaliers to start a free agency, according to ESPN. This is not to say that James will not discuss with Cleveland officials later, but for the moment, there is no formal face-to-face meeting. More information
The Cavs interested in the return of the Green
Jeff Green was not the most impressive player of last season, but he had his moments for the Cavs . According to Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com, Cleveland has an interest in bringing back Green for another season. Of course, Green probably wants more money than the minimum of veterans this time around.
Friday, June 29
Warriors will run to DeAndre
Oh boy, here we go. Marc Stein of The New York Times reports that the Warriors will take a shot at DeAndre Jordan in free will. Jordan should take a major pay cut to join Golden State and management knows the odds are slim but they will nevertheless explore the opportunity. More Articles
Mavs Denies Dirk's Option, Renegotiate
Immediately After DeAndre Jordan's Decision To Forgo His Contract With The Clippers And Become A Free Agent , the Mavericks and Dirk Nowitzki would agree not to exercise his $ 5 million team option for next season. Dirk and the Mavericks will renegotiate a new contract for 2018-2019, which will be the 21st NBA season in Nowitzki.
DeAndre Jordan withdraws from Clippers' contract
The big man has been linked to the Mavericks, but he will not travel to Dallas as part of a signing operation, as we have speculated. Jordan has decided to opt out of his option with the Clippers, according to a report by Adrian Wojnarowski ESPN and will become an unrestricted free agent, with the Mavericks expected to be one of his contenders. More information
LeBron retires officially
LeBron James is now an unrestricted free agent . As expected, "The King" has withdrawn from the last year of his contract with the Cavaliers, as reported by Joe Vardon of Cleveland.com. This essentially eliminates the possibility that he goes to the Rockets, and leaves the Cavs and Lakers as the two finalists presumably . In addition, he deliberates in " The Decision Cave ."
Thursday, June 28
The Spurs would not be interested in retaking Lonzo Ball of the Lakers in a possible contract Kawhi Leonard, according to Tim Bontemps of Washington Post . The Lakers would try to soften the pot by buying a pick in the Nuggets draft, which they would use in Leonard's trade. More info (20:25 pm ET)
The 76ers are preparing a package for Kawhi
The 76ers are thinking of racing Kawhi Leonard, and are considering a package involving Robert Covington, Dario Saric and a first-round pick. More News (5:28 pm ET)
The Lakers Agree to Include Ingram in the Kawhi Affair
While the Lakers Continue to Seeking a trade for Kawhi Leonard, they are reportedly willing to offer the former # 2 choice to General Brandon Ingram and a first-round pick to wrap up the deal. Complete History (15:30 ET)
Kings Who Plan to Run in LaVine
Kings Have a Lot of Room for the Hat, and KC Johnson of the Chicago Tribune Reports That 39 they can use it to attack Zach LaVine. LaVine was part of the deal that sent Jimmy Butler to Minnesota, but was limited last season after recovering from an injury to the ACL. (1:24 pm ET)
Enes Kanter leans to opt
According to Ian Begley of ESPN, the great man of the Knicks Enes Kanter would have bent over heavily to opt for his option of $ 18.6 million for next season. (13h37 GMT)
The Spurs would be willing to trade Kawhi Leonard and talk to the Lakers and Celtics about packages involving young players and picks. More news 1945ers (12:08 pm ET)
The Pacers could attack Aaron Gordon
The Pacers have more than $ 20 million in ceiling pay this season, and ] According to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN, they can use it on an offer sheet for restricted free agent Orlando Magic Aaron Gordon. (11:20 ET)