The wait for LeBron James rolls on as NBA free agency continues and the remainder of the NBA’s free agents search for their next team.
James is weighing his options, with interest from at least a dozen teams, according to his agent. The NBA’s all-time leading scorer and four-time MVP winner announced he would not return to the Los Angeles Lakers and play elsewhere earlier this week.
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The biggest moves so far, though, have been trades. Jaylen Brown was the latest NBA star to be dealt when the Boston Celtics traded him to the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday in a package featuring Paul George and draft picks. Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kawhi Leonard, Ja Morant and Walker Kessler are among the notable players to switch teams in recent days.
But there are still a few difference makers remaining on the third day since the NBA’s free agency negotiating period began, and plenty of intriguing possibilities to monitor during an offseason that’s already seen its share of drama.
USA TODAY Sports is tracking all of the latest news, signings, trades and rumors with NBA free agency in full gear. Here’s what’s happening around the league at this moment:
76ers interested in LeBron James after Jaylen Brown trade
The Philadelphia 76ers might not be done making splashy moves after acquiring Jaylen Brown from the Boston Celtics on Wednesday. The 76ers are among the teams that have reached out to express interest in LeBron James, according to a report from The Athletic.
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Rich Paul, James’ agent, indicated there were already 12 to 14 teams to contact him in regards to James after he announced he would not be playing for the Lakers next season. Teaming with Tyrese Maxey, Brown and Joel Embiid is suddenly another intriguing option for James.
Who are top remaining NBA free agents?
Jalen Duren, center
The 22-year-old center remains one of the top free agents available. Duren’s options have become smaller after other centers went off the market, including Walker Kessler (Lakers) and Mitchell Robinson (Celtics).
Peyton Watson, wing
Watson continued to improve with each season he spent with the Denver Nuggets. He averaged 14.6 points and 4.9 rebounds in 54 games played this past season. He is a restricted free agent.
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Rui Hachimura, forward
Hachimura has been a solid player for the Lakers in recent years. He’s been linked to the Detroit Pistons and San Antonio Spurs. He averaged 11.5 points and 3.3 rebounds in 68 games played last year. He also finished with a 44.3 percentage from the 3-point line.
Marvin Bagley III agreed to a one-year deal with the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania.
Bagley played with both the Washington Wizards and the Dallas Mavericks. He averaged 10.5 points and 6.1 rebounds in 60 games played. He was a part of a 3-team trade in February.
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