The Boston Celtics are NBA champions, the 2024 draft class is over, and now it's time for free agency frenzy. The league has already seen some wild trades early in the 2024 offseason, but things are only going to get even more chaotic when NBA free agency begins on Sunday, June 30 at 6 PM ET.
While deals won't be officially announced until July 6, teams are allowed to negotiate with free agents at the start of the moratorium. This isn't the strongest free agent class, but there seem to be enough desperate teams at the moment that could facilitate a big move.
Paul George seems like the biggest star to move teams. That scenario gained momentum Saturday afternoon when George opted out of his contract with the Los Angeles Clippers, per Adrian Wojnarowski. George is expected to test the open market, with Wojnarowski reporting he will meet with “teams with cap space and the Clippers” starting Sunday evening. The Philadelphia 76ers are rumored to be making a push for George on the open market, and many other teams could be interested.
Isaiah Hartenstein is another big name to watch in free agency. The 26-year-old center is coming off a breakout season with the New York Knicks, where he offered elite interior defense, efficient scoring and a bit of playmaking. The Knicks would love to keep him, but their payroll is high after signing OG Anunoby to a $212 million contract extension and completing a trade for Mikal Bridges. The market for Hartenstein is wide, with the Oklahoma City Thunder frequently mentioned as a potential acquisition.
Several future Hall of Famers are nearing the end of their careers but are also unrestricted free agents. DeMar DeRozan turns 35 next month and could be leaving the Chicago Bulls after three impressive seasons with the team. James Harden is also considering signing a new contract with the Los Angeles Clippers or another team as he approaches his 35th birthday. Klay Thompson is expected to leave the Golden State Warriors for the first time in his career at age 34.
Other notable free agents include Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Tobias Harris, Jonas Valanciunas, Buddy Hield, Kelly Oubre, Tyus Jones and Isaiah Joe.
Here we track every free agent signing and trade in the 2024 NBA free agency.
NBA Free Agent Signing Day 3
- Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a three-year, $150.3 million contract extension to remain in Cleveland, Woj reports.
NBA Free Agent Signing Day 2
- Klay Thompson agrees to three-year, $50 million contract with Mavericks Mr. Woj
- Paul George and 76ers agree to four-year, $212 million deal, Woj reports
- Tyrese Maxey agrees to five-year, $204 million contract extension with 76ers, WOJ reports
- Kelly Oubre and 76ers agree to two-year, $16.3 million deal, Woj reports
- Aaron Wiggins and the Thunder have agreed to a five-year, $47 million contract extension, Woj reports.
- Isaiah Joe and Thunder agree to four-year, $48 million contract extension, Woj reports
- Jalen Smith and Chicago Bulls agree to three-year, $27 million deal, Woj reports
- Thunder guard Isaiah Hartenstein agrees to three-year, $87 million contract, Woj reports
- Tobias Harris and Pistons agree to two-year, $52 million deal, Woj reports
- Drew Eubanks and Jazz agree to two-year, $10 million deal, Woj reports
- Luka Garza and Timberwolves agree to two-year contract, Woj reports
- Delon Wright and Bucks agree to one-year, $3.3 million deal, reports Woj
- Derrick White and Celtics agree to four-year, $125 million deal, reports Woj
- Nic Batum and Clippers agree to two-year, $9.6 million deal, Woj reports
- According to Shams, De'Anthony Melton and the Warriors have agreed to a one-year, $12.8 million contract.
- Aaron Holiday and Rockets agree to two-year, $10 million deal, reports Shams
- Jayson Tatum and Celtics agree to five-year, $314 million contract extension, reports Shams
- Goga Bitadze and Magic agree to three-year, $25 million deal, reports Woj
- Garrett Temple and Raptors agree to one-year deal, Woj reports
- Gary Harrison and the Magic agreed to a two-year, $14 million deal to bring the veteran guard back to Orlando. Mr. Woj.
- Kris Dunn signs with the Clippers According to Chris Haynes:. According to Jake FischerIt could be a sign-and-trade with the Jazz.
- According to Woj, Mo Bamba is set to sign a one-year contract with the Clippers.
NBA free agent signing day one
- Naji Marshall and Mavericks agree to three-year, $27 million deal, Woj reports
- Derrick Jones Jr. signs three-year, $30 million contract with the Clippers. Shams.
- Mason Plumlee agrees to one-year deal with Suns Mr. Woj
- According to Woj, Jonas Valanciunas has agreed to a three-year, $30 million contract with the Wizards.
- According to Chris Haynes, Chris Paul and the Spurs have come to an agreement on a one-year deal worth $11 million, Woj reports.
- According to Shams, Eric Gordon and the Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to a contract.
- Cade Cunningham and the Pistons have agreed to a five-year, $226 million contract extension, Shams reports.
- According to Chris Haynes, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope has agreed to a three-year, $66 million contract with the Orlando Magic.
- Kevin Porter Jr. and Clippers agree to two-year deal, reports Shams
- Andre Drummond agrees to two-year, $10 million deal with 76ers, reports Shams
- According to Shams, the Celtics have agreed to a trade with Neemias Keta.
- Patrick Williams has agreed to a five-year, $90 million deal to return to the Bulls, per Shams Charania.
- Obi Toppin is willing to sign a four-year, $60 million contract to remain with the Indiana Pacers, Adrian Wojnarowski reported.
- Alex Len is willing to sign a one-year, $3.3 million contract to return to the Sacramento Kings, Shams reported.
- According to Chris Haynes and Woj, Chris Paul has been released by the Golden State Warriors.
- James Harden signs two-year, $70 million contract to remain with the Clippers. Shams
- Max Christie signs four-year, $32 million contract to remain with the Lakers. Mr. Woj
- Luke Kornet is set to re-sign with the Boston Celtics on a one-year deal, Woj reports.
- According to Shams, Klay Thompson of the Golden State Warriors is working on a sign-and-trade. Woj says: He's scheduled to meet with the Lakers, Mavs, Clippers and Sixers.
- According to Shams, F/C Kevin Love is signing a two-year contract worth more than $8 million to return to the Miami Heat.
- Omer Yurtseven has been waived by the Utah Jazz, Woj reports.
- Nicolas Batum leaves the Sixers Kelly Iko Athletic Reports.
NBA free agent activity in early 2024
- New York Knicks acquire Mikal Bridges from Brooklyn Nets
- The New Orleans Pelicans have acquired Dejounte Murray from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Dyson Daniels, Larry Nance Jr. and two first-round draft picks, according to multiple reports.
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Houston Rockets and Brooklyn Nets swap future draft picks
- The Oklahoma City Thunder acquired Alex Caruso from the Chicago Bulls in exchange for Josh Giddey.
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The Dallas Mavericks acquired Quentin Grimes from the Detroit Pistons in exchange for Tim Hardaway Jr. and three second-round picks.
- Immanuel Quickley agrees to five-year, $175 million contract with the Toronto Raptors
- Bam Adebayo and Heat agree to three-year, $166 million contract extension
- Jamal Murray agrees to four-year, $204 million contract with the Denver Nuggets
- Royce O'Neale agrees to four-year, $44 million contract with Suns
- Houston Rockets pick up Jason Tate's $7.6 million option
- Russell Westbrook signs $4 million option deal with Los Angeles Clippers
- Jaxson Hayes exercises $2.4 million player option with Los Angeles Lakers
- D'Angelo Russell signs $18.7 million option with Lakers
- Josh Richardson signs $3 million option with Heat
- PJ Tucker signs $11.5 million option with Clippers
- Toronto Raptors acquire Bruce Brown for $23 million
- The Houston Rockets acquired AJ Griffin from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for a second-round pick.
