NBA Free Agency: LeBron Leaving Lakers, Kawhi to Raptors, and Major Moves
Key Questions
Which teams are on LeBron James' free agency shortlist?
The six-team list includes the Cavs, Heat, Wolves, Nuggets, Warriors, and Sixers, with Rich Paul indicating a decision may take time beyond initial days.
What major trades have the Lakers made in free agency?
The Lakers pivoted after LeBron's likely departure by acquiring Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, and Collin Sexton, while trading Deandre Ayton to the Wizards.
Where was Kawhi Leonard traded in the latest NBA moves?
Kawhi Leonard was traded to the Raptors as part of broader free agency activity involving multiple teams and players.
What other notable signings and trades occurred in NBA free agency?
Moves include Oubre to the Pacers, Harris to the Spurs, Mitchell Robinson to the Celtics, and Anfernee Simons to the Sixers, with Donovan Mitchell trade rumors persisting.
How have free agency grades been assigned to teams like the Lakers and Celtics?
The Lakers and 76ers earned 'A' grades, while the Celtics received a 'D' amid their roster changes and pursuit of players like Trey Murphy.
LeBron James reportedly leaving Lakers. Rich Paul says decision won't come in days; six-team shortlist: Cavs, Heat, Wolves, Nuggets, Warriors, Sixers. Wolves pitching as missing piece. Anonymous exec bets on Warriors. Knicks confirmed out. Lakers pivoted post-LeBron, landing Walker Kessler, Quentin Grimes, Collin Sexton. Kawhi Leonard traded to Raptors. Other moves: Oubre to Pacers, Harris to Spurs, Mitchell Robinson to Celtics, Bogdanovic to Rockets, Anfernee Simons to Sixers. Donovan Mitchell trade rumors. Celtics pursuing Trey Murphy, Lakers interested in Kuminga. DeRozan stretch-waive scenario, Bucks-Morant talks. Free agency grades: Lakers, 76ers earn 'A', Celtics get 'D'. Rumor: Pistons possibly trading for Kevin Durant. Latest: Knicks out. Lakers traded Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Hardy and two seconds. Dorian Finney-Smith to Hornets. Andre Drummond signed with Knicks. Knicks interested in Kevon Looney. Pelicans want Bane-type package for Trey Murphy; Pistons now linked to Trey Murphy. LeBron at 41 still an All-Star but not a carry; teams could trade for Anthony Davis. New: Growing belief Cavs are favorites to sign LeBron, with Bronny trade as sweetener. Sixers, Nuggets, Wolves still in race. Lakers targeting Kevon Looney, Jonas Valanciunas, and moving on from Rui Hachimura; Timberwolves pursuing Hachimura. Rich Paul explicitly named Sixers as destination.