NBA Free Agency 2023: Major Moves and What's Still Unfolding
NBA free agency kicked off on June 30th with several notable moves and signings across the league. Here's a comprehensive overview of the key developments:
Cleveland Cavaliers Moves:
- Signed Caris LeVert to 2-year, $32M contract (career-high 39.2% 3PT last season)
- Acquired Damian Jones from Utah Jazz (58.8% 3PT last season)
- Signed Ty Jerome (2-year, $5M) and Max Strus (4-year, $63M)
- Traded Cedi Osman and Lamar Stevens to San Antonio
- Signed Georges Niang to 3-year, $26M deal
Major League-Wide Signings:
- Kyrie Irving: Re-signed with Mavericks (3-year, $126M)
- Kyle Kuzma: Wizards (4-year, $102M)
- Draymond Green: Warriors (4-year, $100M)
- Derrick Rose: Memphis Grizzlies (2-year deal)
Lakers Acquisitions:
- Cam Reddish
- Austin Reaves (re-signed)
- D'Angelo Russell (re-signed)
- Gabe Vincent
- Taurean Prince
The biggest storyline remains Damian Lillard's trade request from Portland, with Miami being his preferred destination. The Blazers' GM has indicated willingness to wait months for the right deal, making this the most significant ongoing development of the free agency period.
This year's free agency has been characterized by stability, with many star players choosing to remain with their current teams rather than seeking new opportunities elsewhere.