NBA free agency is beneath means, and it is shifting alongside at a speedy tempo. As of Thursday night, groups and gamers may formally start negotiating new contracts. However, NBA followers did not have to wait that lengthy for some main information. Just hours earlier than free agency opened, Kevin Durant requested a trade away from the Brooklyn Nets. The Ok.D. request is sending shockwaves across the league, and having among the finest gamers in basketball on the buying and selling block will dictate what number of groups function this offseason.
Zach LaVine and the Bulls agreed to a five-year, $215 million supermax deal to return to Chicago, whereas Bradley Beal reached a five-year, $251 million supermax cope with the Wizards. James Harden remains to be accessible, however is anticipated to re-sign with the 76ers.
Also, Jalen Brunson reportedly agreed on a four-year, $104M cope with the New York Knicks. Also, former No. 1 general decide Deandre Ayton may depart the Suns this summer season. Hornets ahead Miles Bridges, in the meantime, is a restricted free agent but was arrested in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Looking to preserve tabs on the notable free-agent choices in a single place? CBS Sports has you coated with our 2022 NBA free agency tracker. Catch up on the most recent strikes beneath.
