The expectation across the league is that Norman Powell won't return to the Heat. (Source: Michael Scotto on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Miami is unlikely to be able to afford Powell following the trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Chicago Bulls are among the teams expected to pursue Powell.
Domantas Sabonis has been linked to the Pistons in a potential sign-and-trade. (Source: Sam Amick on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Jalen Duren is slated to meet with the Kings on Tuesday. If he is indeed moved to Sacramento in a sign-and-trade, Sabonis is expected to be on the move back to Detroit.
Mon, Jun 29th 10:17am EDT
By Garrett Ball
Draymond Green is declining his player option to become a free agent. The move gives the Warriors the ability to persue LeBron James and Anthony Davis. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: A return to Golden State in free agency on a smaller deal is quite likely for Green, who could be trying to play the team game by allowing Golden State to make some all-in moves before returning. Still, in the event he finds himself elsewhere, that team will get themselves an agitator on defense who can still make an impact on offense.
Malik Beasley has been indicted on charges of gambling related to sports, including points shaving and prop bets. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: The free agent was already looking a bit on the outs to find a new home after some questionable play. This looks like it might cement it.
Mon, Jun 29th 9:59am EDT
By Garrett Ball
James Harden will decline his player option for the 2026-27 season and will instead look to work out a multi-year deal with the Cavaliers. (Source: Shams Charania on X)
Fantasy Impact: Harden joined the Cavs via trade from the Clippers and helped the team get to the Eastern Conference finals where they were swept by the eventual NBA champions. Harden may not be the player he once was, but he has morphed his role into being a good distributor of the ball and can take command in the regular season. It’s the playoffs where he is largely suspect.
The Clippers are showing trade interest in Goga Bitadze.
Fantasy Impact: The Clippers are expected to try to re-sign John Collins. If they're unable to do so, Bitadze is expected to be a trade target for them.
The Celtics are expected to show interest in Robert Williams III.
Fantasy Impact: Williams appeared in 59 games last season with Portland. He would figure to step into a reserve role wherever he lands.
The Celtics and Knicks are expected to show interest in Kevon Looney.
Fantasy Impact: Looney had his team option declined by the Pelicans, making him an unrestricted free agent. The Knicks are likely to lose Mitchell Robinson in free agency, making them a potential destination for a reserve center.
The Rockets are reportedly the most likely team to land Marcus Smart. (Source: Dan Woike)
Fantasy Impact: Houston is most likely to give Smart a multi-year deal. The players and teams can begin to discuss deals on Tuesday.
The Lakers are expected to show interest in Ziaire Williams. (Source: Dan Woike)
Fantasy Impact: Williams had his team option declined by the Nets, making him an unrestricted free agent. He would figure to step into a reserve role with the Lakers.
John Collins is expected to draw interest from the Magic, Spurs and Sixers.
Fantasy Impact: Collins made 56 starts across 69 total appearances last season with the Clippers. He averaged 13.6 points on 55 percent shooting from the field. He could hold some fantasy value in the right landing spot for fantasy managers.
Jordan Clarkson remains a possibility to re-sign with Knicks. (Source: Stefan Bondy on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The big issue for New York in free agency is wanting to avoid the second apron. It remains unclear as of now who they will re-sign and let go.
The Warriors are expected to show interest in free agent Collin Sexton.
Fantasy Impact: Sexton appeared in 68 games with 22 starts between the Hornets and Bulls last season. He would add depth in the Warriors back court.
The Warriors are expected to show interest in free agent Jock Landale.
Fantasy Impact: Landale spent last season with the Grizzlies and Hawks. He would figure to add depth at center behind Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford.
Mike Conley is expected to be a priority target in free agency for Miami. (Source: Marc Stein on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: The Heat will be looking to build around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. They'll likely be focusing on adding more shooting in free agency.
Jaylen Brown has reportedly drawn trade interest from various teams. (Source: Michael Scotto)
Fantasy Impact: While the trade talks with Boston fell through, it still appears that Brown is likely to be on the move this offseason. The Trail Blazers, Raptors, Nuggets, Nets, Hornets, Hawks, and Clippers are among the teams who have been mentioned.
Lonnie Walker IV is a candidate to return to the NBA next season. (Source: Marc Stein on Twitter)
Fantasy Impact: Walker played in the EuroLeague last season. He has an NBA out in his Maccabi Tel Aviv contract until July 15.
Dean Wade is expected to test the open market in free agency.
Fantasy Impact: Wade has spent his first seven seasons in the NBA with the Cavaliers. He has started at least 30 games in three straight seasons.
Fri, Jun 26th 6:01pm EDT
By Diego Sandoval
Gary Trent Jr. is expected to decline his $3.9-million player option with the Milwaukee Bucks. (Source: Chris Haynes on X)
Fantasy Impact: Trent Jr. could be a hot commodity on the open market this offseason for teams in need of a shooter off the bench. The veteran has averaged 38.7% from beyond the arc on 6.1 shots per game in his 8-year career, and put up 8.1 points per game last season with the Bucks.
The Grizzlies are expected to move on from Ja Morant this offseason. (Source: Brian Windhorst)
Fantasy Impact: ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said he "can’t see Morant playing for the Grizzlies again." It is unclear what the current trade market is for him. He has two years left on his contract.
