2021 NBA Free Agency: Who are the best players still available?

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Lauri Markkanen of the Chicago Bulls

Free agency is well underway.

Since 6:00 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 2, teams have been able to negotiate with free agents. Since 12:01 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, teams have been able to sign free agents.

Many of the best players in this year's free-agent class were quick to agree to deals, from Chris Paul re-signing with the Phoenix Suns to Kyle Lowry joining the Miami Heat.

With that in mind, here are some of the best players still available by status and position:

Notable unrestricted free agents still available
Name Status Position Former team
Avery Bradley UFA G Houston Rockets
JJ Redick UFA G Dallas Mavericks
Wesley Matthews UFA G Los Angeles Lakers
James Ennis UFA G/F Orlando Magic
Paul Millsap UFA F Denver Nuggets
Harry Giles III UFA F/C Portland Trail Blazers
DeMarcus Cousins UFA C LA Clippers

 

Notable restricted free agents still available
Name Status Position Former team
Lauri Markkanen RFA F/C Chicago Bulls

Click here to see a full list of free agents.

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