2012 Free Agent List

[Bob Loblaw]

As do I. Shitforbrains or not, his talent is superb.

Those types are fools gold...he'll never have a problem getting a job due to his talent, but good teams will pass on him.

[nime]

PG: Kyrie
SG: Waiters, Gibson, Azubukie
SF: Gee, Omri, Walton
PF: AV, TT, Kevin Jones
C: Zeller, Semih

Donald Sloan, Manny Harris, Luke Harangody, Samardo Samuels battle for two spots

Vet PG will take one spot. That will be the only FA signing.

[Czvosec]

Keep Beasley's ass far, far away from Cleveland.

[NarlCavs]

You know bringing in Beasley would be the wrong thing to do but there's still a part of you that is at least somewhat intrigued by the idea. If he could only get his shit together and give effort all the time. There's so much talent there.
Ultimately it's not worth the risk and he's not the type of player you want around a young team.

Still not expecting much in free agency. Can see the Cavs bringing in a vet or 2 through free agency or trade and maybe taking a chance on a younger affordable FA. Don't see any big FA moves.

[Czvosec]

@KCJHoop:

Hearing Rockets prepared to offer Omer Asik in the $8 million range annually. Chicago Bulls: Chicago Bulls' hands are tied in free agency - chicagotribune.com

[howler1313]

@KCJHoop:

Cross Asik off the list, cuz he's probably going to Houston hahaha. Way to overpay a C with no offensive game to speak of.

[Gimme Some Mo]

Asik deserves 3-4 mil per season in my opinion. It is sickening how teams overpay for size. SICKENING. I pray we don't make a mistake overpaying a shitty big man just because he is 7 feet tall.

[JMcCurry08]

I'm glad we don't have too much cap because a contract like that would be a waste

[Gimme Some Mo]

Wonder if RchfieldCavsfan still wants Randolph to come here and be the next KG.

[MoFlo]

You know bringing in Beasley would be the wrong thing to do but there's still a part of you that is at least somewhat intrigued by the idea. If he could only get his shit together and give effort all the time. There's so much talent there.
Ultimately it's not worth the risk and he's not the type of player you want around a young team.

Still not expecting much in free agency. Can see the Cavs bringing in a vet or 2 through free agency or trade and maybe taking a chance on a younger affordable FA. Don't see any big FA moves.

The bolded far outweighs the underlined, and it's not even close, IMO.

[Seiklis]

Ian Mahinmi been linked to anyone yet?

Mahinmi and Flynn would be good for me (maybe toss Redd in if they really want a vet presence)

[MoFlo]

Some more news:

Adrian Wojnarowski‏@WojYahooNBA

After Houston tonight, Blazers GM Neil Olshey will meet with Chicago center Omer Asik and make him an offer, sources tell Y! Sports.

Alex Kennedy‏@AlexKennedyNBA

The Toronto Raptors could have traded the eighth pick for Kyle Lowry, but they held off, choosing instead to aggressively pursue Steve Nash.

Could Calderon join Gasol in L.A.?

By Marc Stein
ESPN.com

The Toronto Raptors are quietly getting unexpected moral support from the Los Angeles Lakers in their quest to sign Steve Nash.

Reason being: Sources say the Lakers -- as long as they retain Pau Gasol -- have an inside track to sign point guard Jose Calderon if the Raptors, as expected, must amnesty Calderon's contract to create the needed salary-cap space to sign Nash.

And as long as Calderon, in that scenario, manages to go unclaimed by teams under the salary cap that, as per league rules, are given first crack at signing players released through the amnesty clause.

ESPN.com reported early Saturday that the Raptors are planning a three-year offer to Nash worth $36 million.

It is widely assumed in NBA front-office circles that the Raptors will amnesty Calderon and the $10.6 million he's owed next season to maximize their cap flexibility.

That alone won't get the Spaniard to the point guard-hungry Lakers. Calderon would have to clear waivers through the amnesty process before he'd be free to choose his next team.

If Calderon does make it that far, though, sources say he's excited about the prospect of playing with Gasol in L.A.

Sources say Calderon would also have interest in teaming with Luis Scola wherever the Argentinean lands after ESPN.com reported Saturday that the Houston Rockets are actively trying to trade Scola. Miami and San Antonio are two more teams known to intrigue Calderon if he gets the chance to pick his next destination.

Could Calderon join Gasol in L.A.? - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN

Adrian Wojnarowski‏@WojYahooNBA

Whether guard Goran Dragic stays in Houston - or leaves for Phoenix, Toronto, or elsewhere - he needs to know he's the starter, sources say.

Adrian Wojnarowski‏@WojYahooNBA

Y! Sources: Los Angeles Lakers free agent Jordan Hill will visit Minnesota on Monday. Lakers free-agent forward Jordan Hill to meet with Timberwolves - Yahoo! Sports

John Hollinger‏@johnhollinger

So far the best we can glean from Portland is that they're visit No. 4 or 5 for Eric Gordon. Sounds promising.

Ken Berger‏@KBergCBS

Source confirms Pacers will meet tomorrow with Hornets restricted free agent Eric Gordon.

Chris Broussard‏@Chris_Broussard

Gordon, the New Orleans Hornets' restricted free agent, is seeking a max, 4-year, $58 million deal, sources say.

Chris Broussard‏@Chris_Broussard

Eric Gordon will visit Indiana Sunday, Houston Monday & Phoenix Tuesday. He will also meet with Portland & perhaps Charlotte & Dallas.

Ken Berger‏@KBergCBS

Mavs may have interested in unrestricted free agent Michael Beasley, league source says.

Ken Berger‏@KBergCBS

In addition to Nets, the Celtics, Pacers and Suns are in the mix for unrestricted free agent O.J. Mayo, league source says.

Ken Berger‏@KBergCBS

While we're on the topic, league sources say free-agent PG Goran Dragic also is looking for a deal that starts in the $10M range.

Alex Kennedy‏@AlexKennedyNBA

The Boston Celtics are looking for a SG. They have expressed interest in Jamal Crawford, O.J. Mayo, Jason Terry, Nick Young and Sonny Weems.

Alex Kennedy‏@AlexKennedyNBA

Ray Allen has likely played his last game with the Boston Celtics. He's considering other options and team is searching for his replacement.

[MoFlo]

Ken Berger‏@KBergCBS

The Nuggets did not extend a qualifying offer to Rudy Fernandez, making him an unrestricted free agent, league source says.

Alex Kennedy‏@AlexKennedyNBA

Earl Clark informed the Orlando Magic that he is opting in on Friday, sources confirm.

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[sailfish]

Cross Asik off the list, cuz he's probably going to Houston hahaha. Way to overpay a C with no offensive game to speak of.

Glad we're not the ones overpaying for Asik 'cause there were lots of rumors the Cavaliers had interest in him.
There's rumors that Houston may deal Luis Scola to New Jersey. It wouldn't surprise me if the Rockets try to revisit the Varejao talks.

[GaryBriggs]

Would anyone else be absolutely shocked if Steve Nash goes to the Raptors? He strikes me as one of the most competitive dudes in the NBA. I know he is canadian and there would be some glory there, but I just absolutely don't see the fit there.