NBA free agents: Class of 2014

[Paolo305613]

Players who stand as NBA free agents (with signings not allowed until July 10):

Atlanta Hawks: Gustavo Ayon, Elton Brand, Shelvin Mack (R), Cartier Martin, Mike Scott (R).

Boston Celtics: Jerryd Bayless, Avery Bradley (R), Kris Humphries.

Brooklyn Nets: Alan Anderson, Andray Blatche, Jason Collins, Shaun Livingston, Paul Pierce, Tyshawn Taylor (R).

Charlotte Hornets: Chris Douglas-Roberts, Josh McRoberts, Jannero Pargo, Luke Ridnour, Anthony Tolliver, D.J. White. Chicago Bulls: Jimmer Fredette, Kirk Hinrich, Nazr Mohammed.
Cleveland Cavaliers: Luol Deng, Spencer Hawes, C.J. Miles.

Dallas Mavericks: DeJuan Blair, Vince Carter, Devin Harris, Bernard James (R), Shawn Marion, Dirk Nowitzki.

Denver Nuggets: Aaron Brooks, Jan Vesely.

Detroit Pistons: Chauncey Billups, Greg Monroe (R), Rodney Stuckey, Charlie Villanueva.

Golden State Warriors: Steve Blake, Jordan Crawford, Jermaine O'Neal.

Houston Rockets: Troy Daniels, Francisco Garcia, Jordan Hamilton, Chandler Parsons (R).

Indiana Pacers: Rasual Butler, Lavoy Allen (R), Lance Stephenson, Evan Turner.

Los Angeles Clippers: Darren Collison, Glen Davis, Danny Granger, Ryan Hollins, Hedo Turkoglu.

Los Angeles Lakers: Kent Bazemore, MarShon Brooks, Jordan Farmar, Pau Gasol, Xavier Henry, Jordan Hill, Wesley Johnson, Chris Kaman, Ryan Kelly (R), Jodie Meeks, Nick Young.

Memphis Grizzlies: Ed Davis, Mike Miller, Beno Udrih.

MIAMI HEAT: Ray Allen, Chris Andersen, Shane Battier, Michael Beasley, Chris Bosh, Mario Chalmers, Toney Douglas, Udonis Haslem, LeBron James, James Jones, Rashard Lewis, Greg Oden, Dwyane Wade.

Milwaukee Bucks: Jeff Adrien, Ramon Sessions, Ekpe Udoh.

Minnesota Timberwolves: Dante Cunningham, Robbie Hummel, Othyus Jeffers.

New Orleans Pelicans: Al-Farouq Aminu, Darius Miller, Anthony Morrow, Brian Roberts, Jason Smith, James Southerland (R), Greg Stiemsma.

New York Knicks: Cole Aldrich, Carmelo Anthony, Kenyon Martin, Toure Murry.

Oklahoma City Thunder: Caron Butler, Grant Jerrett (R), Thabo Sefolosha.

Orlando Magic: Doron Lamb, E'Twaun Moore, Jameer Nelson.

Philadelphia 76ers: James Anderson, Byron Mullens, Adonis Thomas (R).

Phoenix Suns: Eric Bledsoe (R), Channing Frye, Emeka Okafor, P.J. Tucker (R).

Portland Trail Blazers: Earl Watson, Mo Williams.

Sacramento Kings: Jared Cunningham, Aaron Gray, Isaiah Thomas (R).

San Antonio Spurs: Aron Baynes (R), Matt Bonner, Boris Diaw, Damion James, Patty Mills.

Toronto Raptors: Nando de Colo (R), Kyle Lowry, Patrick Patterson (R). Greivis Vasquez (R).

Utah Jazz: Gordon Hayward (R), Richard Jefferson, Brandon Rush, Marvin Williams.

Washington Wizards: Trevor Ariza, Trevor Booker, Drew Gooden, Marcin Gortat, Al Harrington, Kevin Seraphin (R), Chris Singleton, Garrett Temple.

(R) -- Restricted free agent, team has right to match outside offers.

 

[Paolo305613]

Lots of quality pieces out there available as FA - Hopefully Lebron will do what is right for the team so we can sign some of these guys.

 

[bksballer89]

If we can get Nelson/Lowry, Ariza/Carter, and Gasol/Jordan Hill along with other minor pieces I'll be happy

 

[avalon2423]

I cant stand Jameer. Lived many years in Orlando. The gyy is highly overrated.

 

[Heatles84]

I cant stand Jameer. Lived many years in Orlando. The gyy is highly overrated.

He could hit the 3 though. He'd fit in Miami's system.

 

[bksballer89]

I don't mind Nelson. He will be better than anything we had in a long time.

If he starts he is good for 12-14 PPG while dishing out 6-8 APG

 

[Flauge]

good news... Teams pursuing LeBron will meet with LeBron's agent, LeBron will not be at the meetings. To me... It looks like he is staying. Four years ago he went to the meetings asked questions heard the presentations. This time it seems more like a formality.. like if Pat Riley goes rougue and starts signing Mike Bibby to 10 million per season he is leaving. Otherwise, he should stay.

 

[Sportsguy9695]

what is the possibility that Melo comes and makes it the big 4 in Miami

 

[Heatles84]

what is the possibility that Melo comes and makes it the big 4 in Miami

Doubtful. I think it's down to Chicago, NY and Houston in that order. Melo is not the answer to Miami winning the title next year.

 

[Paolo305613]

Larry Drew II back with Heat summer roster. Justin Hamilton on roster, but may have to be cut/re-signed to maximize cap space.

 

[avalon2423]

melo isnt a pipe dream and not even a good dream. Yea he can help with the scoring where Wade leaves off, but his lack of defense would hurt us, plus the price tag keeps us from getting anyone else that would be an upgrade.

 

[Louie26]

If we can get Nelson/Lowry, Ariza/Carter, and Gasol/Jordan Hill along with other minor pieces I'll be happy

Noooooooooo..... I want Ariza and Lowry. More so Lowry! IMO, other than some max guys, who we won't get anyway, Lowry is the guy I think should be at the top of our list!!

I don't think LeBron is going anywhere, Melo is going to Chicago. Want/need Lowry!

 

[Flauge]

Nelson/Lowry and Gasol is probably a pipe dream. One of those three we can do. but all want to much money for us to get two. I like Cole and Shabazz. I would prefer us get ariza and Gasol or Gortat. We land ariza with one of those other two.. plus add in a guy like VC .. we are golden. Easily best in East regardless of where Melo ends up.

 

[Louie26]

Nelson/Lowry and Gasol is probably a pipe dream. One of those three we can do. but all want to much money for us to get two. I like Cole and Shabazz. I would prefer us get ariza and Gasol or Gortat. We land ariza with one of those other two.. plus add in a guy like VC .. we are golden. Easily best in East regardless of where Melo ends up.

I think if the Lakers aren't active this summer, Gasol leaves. Miami would be a great fit and I think would be easy Finals bound.

I think if that happens, Bosh is expendable. Personally, Gasol > Bosh. Bosh just younger.

Do you think Napier is a starter game 1?? Would be good for you guys to get a good vet to put with him.

 

[Flauge]

I think if the Lakers aren't active this summer, Gasol leaves. Miami would be a great fit and I think would be easy Finals bound.

I think if that happens, Bosh is expendable. Personally, Gasol > Bosh. Bosh just younger.

Do you think Napier is a starter game 1?? Would be good for you guys to get a good vet to put with him.

I would run Gasol at center.. or at least two PFs with Bosh. Centers in the NBA are ridiculously weak right now. When Noah is the best the East has to offer.. Gasol can run center for us without any real problem. He has a nice mid-range, which means you could run a ton of high post plays from either side with him and bosh out there. pull the bigs out of the lanes at will. He would be deadly on Miami.

Shabazz as a starter game 1? I don't know. I think so. But translating the to the pro game from college is iffy at best. My problem with a vet is this.. we have Cole. We aren't getting rid of Napier. So are we really going to keep 3 PGs on a team that has LeBron and Wade? Literally 5 guys who could run point? Seems like a bit much. I don't mind the veteran PG coming in... but then Cole has to go.

 

[Louie26]

I would run Gasol at center.. or at least two PFs with Bosh. Centers in the NBA are ridiculously weak right now. When Noah is the best the East has to offer.. Gasol can run center for us without any real problem. He has a nice mid-range, which means you could run a ton of high post plays from either side with him and bosh out there. pull the bigs out of the lanes at will. He would be deadly on Miami.

Shabazz as a starter game 1? I don't know. I think so. But translating the to the pro game from college is iffy at best. My problem with a vet is this.. we have Cole. We aren't getting rid of Napier. So are we really going to keep 3 PGs on a team that has LeBron and Wade? Literally 5 guys who could run point? Seems like a bit much. I don't mind the veteran PG coming in... but then Cole has to go.

Yeah, as tough as you guys were with Miam's first title run, I think you'd be waaay better with Pau. You're right, he can run at the 5 OR the 4, with a great shot at 15 in.

Yeah, your PG position is tricky. Miami isn't in a position to overspend on a spot you already have enough of. THe problem is, Cole and Chalmers aren't getting it done. You'd rather keep Chalmers over Cole??

 

[avalon2423]

Im glad to see Wade/Bosh say they will resign. Just have to wonder why LBJ demands that Riley upgrades the roster at every position and then opts out and demands a max contract. Kind of leaves his hands tied. Even with Wade/Bosh taking serious paycuts just to keep him.

LBJ asking for a 1-2 year Max contract, why not just opt in? wouldnt it have been the same thing? Opting out only made sense if you were going to take less.

 

[Sportsguy9695]

if there is a big 4. do you think they will do the decision like James did 4 years ago

 

[Paolo305613]

m glad to see Wade/Bosh say they will resign. Just have to wonder why LBJ demands that Riley upgrades the roster at every position and then opts out and demands a max contract. Kind of leaves his hands tied.

Like I said, diva. People want to get on his dick for what he has done for the team and thats all well and good, but he has also done some things to hurt the team and this is yet another one - this is the ultimate way to hurt the team - Not sure Riles likes this too much. I think if Lebron continues to demand the Heat show him the money, further restraining them from improving the team, Riles may instead just show him the door.

 

[Flauge]

Yeah, as tough as you guys were with Miam's first title run, I think you'd be waaay better with Pau. You're right, he can run at the 5 OR the 4, with a great shot at 15 in.

Yeah, your PG position is tricky. Miami isn't in a position to overspend on a spot you already have enough of. THe problem is, Cole and Chalmers aren't getting it done. You'd rather keep Chalmers over Cole??

Cole and Chalmers are the same guy to me. Gun to my head.. I'd take Chalmers. Chalmers is a free agent coming off a 4 million a year salary. Something tells me he is going to want at least that, but likely more. He isn't worth it. Not when you have Cole still on his rookie contract and Shabazz on the team. Someone out there will pay Chalmers 4 million a year. Not sure who.. but someone will.