March 29, 2024

NBA Free Agency Tracker 2021: Chris Paul returns to the Suns; Kyle Lori joins the heat; The Lakers add key players

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The NBA Championship was won in June (or July … or August), but the foundation was laid almost a year ago during the free agency period. We saw how seasonal signatures like Bobby Portis and Jay Crowder helped shape the postseason, and they started to move when the teams were officially allowed to negotiate with officials on Monday.

The biggest names who have left the group so far are Chris Paul – who Is said to return Phoenix Sons – and Kyle Lowry are said to be members of the Miami Heat In an identity and trade With Toronto raptors. Lori appeared to confirm the decision via Twitter:

Another famous point guard, Lonzo Paul, is said to be joining Zack Lavin In Bulls Back Court In another sign and trade agreement involving the Chicago and New Orleans Pelicans.

The Los Angeles Lakers did not agree with any of the superstars in the free company after Russell traded to Westbrook, but they Added key senior role players Such as Trevor Ariza and Wayne Ellington Brings back Dwight Howard helped for the third time to strengthen their attack around LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

As decisions are made we will continue to update this post throughout the season, so check back to see how your favorite team is shaping up for the 2021-22 season. Also, do not place more shares in the top 20 or higher rankings because beyond that it depends on what a particular group is looking for.

PO = Player option
UFA = unrestricted free agent
RFA = restricted free agent
TO = Team Option
NG = no guarantee