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Last updated: July 4, 2026, 11:32 AM ET

NBA FREE AGENCY BUZZ

LeBron James' future remains the league's most compelling saga, with his agent, Rich Paul, indicating a wide array of potential destinations for the superstar. The list of considered teams includes the Miami Heat, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Philadelphia 76ers, among others, as free agency enters its second week eyeing multiple teams. Meanwhile, the Memphis Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant will be switching his jersey number to No. 1 for the upcoming season, a departure from the No. 12 he has worn throughout his career at every level changing jersey number.

The center market is seeing significant activity. The New York Knicks have moved to address their frontcourt needs by agreeing to a one-year, $3.9 million deal with veteran Andre Drummond, following Mitchell Robinson's exit agreeing to deal. In other big-man news, the offseason has already seen substantial trades, with one notable deal sending Walker Kessler to the Los Angeles Lakers, prompting analysis and grades for major offseason transactions grading big trades. The heavy spending on centers and surprising salary cap developments are dominating discussions as teams navigate the complexities of free agency hundreds of millions spent.