Now that all the major free agents have signed, it has reached the point in free agency when teams are filling the last couple of spots on their rosters. Even though most of the high profile players are off the board, there are still plenty of free agents worth signing, as well as some that are going to have a tough time finding a way to continue their NBA careers.
Here are my Top 10 Remaining Free Agents
1. Eric Bledsoe-As a restricted free agent, the Suns can match any offer given to him, which is a large possibility why he is still available. Latest rumors are that he wants more money than the Phoenix Suns are offering him. It is inevitable that he remains in Phoenix next year though.
2. Greg Monroe-Another restricted free agent, Monroe is a young and talented big man. It is unclear why no team has given him an offer, but it could be related to the Detroit Pistons trying to trade Josh Smith. The Pistons might try to trade Smith before bringing Monroe back to the team.
3. Evan Turner-People seem to already forget that he had a really great first half of the season last year. He was one of the few bright spots for the 76ers before he was traded to the Pacers before the deadline. He was a major disappointment for Indiana both on and off of the court, but he is still a big talent.
4. Shawn Marion-A long time veteran, Marion is reaching the end of his career, but is still capable of playing some good defense and make clutch plays. The Mavericks found a younger replacement, but some team that is looking for a veteran to help them go over the top should sign Marion soon.
5. Ray Allen-He has apparently been pondering retirement most of the summer. However, rumors are that he is being recruited to play in Cleveland with some of his former Miami Heat teammates. It looks like he will either head to Cleveland to join Lebron or retire.
6. Mo Williams-He was basically the only good player on the Trail Blazers bench last year and if he can stay healthy, he can be a big contributor off the bench for a contending team.
7. Jameer Nelson-He spent a long time in Orlando and it was sad to see him get cut. However, he is still capable of being help as a veteran off the bench.
8. Ramon Sessions-He has been on more teams than almost anyone else the last few years. He is still pretty young and a great passer which should lead him to getting a job somewhere.
9. Jordan Crawford-He went from being a bust to underrated to a bust again. He has not been consistent, but has a major upside. Played well for Boston before being traded to the Warriors.
10. Andray Blatche-He is a big man who has shown spots of greatness. Some team will bring him in to be the main big man on the bench who is capable of putting up a great game once in a while.
While those are my top ten remaining free agents, there is a group of others worth signing. These players could probably be signed for minimal amounts and end up having great years... (former team)
Emeka Okafor (Suns), Elton Brand (Hawks), Chris Douglas-Roberts (Hornets), Al-Farouq Aminu (Pelicans), Ekpe Udoh (Bucks), Michael Beasley (Heat), Al Harrington (Wizards). T'oure Murray (Knicks).
This is a list of other remaining free agents, who should probably retire with some dignity especially since they do not have great chances of making opening day rosters.... (former team)
Earl Watson (Trail Blazers), Nazr Mohammed (Bulls), Jason Collins (Nets), Chauncey Billups (Pistons), Jermaine O'neal (Warriors), Hedo Turkoglu (Clippers), Greg Oden (Heat), Kenyon Martin (Knicks).
Here is a list of remaining free agents who still might have time left in their careers, but will have a tough chance of getting signed before the season starts....
Adonis Thomas, Damion James, Jared Cunningham, Gustavo Ayon, Tyshawn Taylor, D.J. White, Rasual Butler, Marshon Brooks, Toney Douglas, Othyus Jeffers, James Southerland.
