NBA Free Agency 2019: The top players

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By: HoopsHype | November 27, 2018

POINT GUARDS / SHOOTING GUARDS / SMALL FORWARDS / POWER FORWARDS / CENTERS

	Player Option / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Golden State Warriors 28.2 ppg, 7.8 rpg
One of the three best players in the NBA. Will the summer of 2019 finally be the offseason where Kevin Durant starts taking free-agent pitches seriously again?

Agent: Rich Kleiman

2018/19 Earnings: $30,000,000

Career Earnings: $157,183,333

	Player Option / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Toronto Raptors 24.7 ppg, 8.5 rpg
Now healthy, he’s one of the best players in the league again. Leonard will surely command a huge contract next summer; the question is, will Toronto do enough this season to keep him around long-term?

Agent: Dennis Robertson

2018/19 Earnings: $23,114,066

Career Earnings: $60,899,944

	Player Option / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: Boston Celtics 21.7 ppg, 6.2 apg
A high-scoring guard who has improved upon his distribution skills since joining the Celtics. Looks to be 100 percent back from the knee injury that hampered him last season, so a max deal should be in his future.

Agent: Jeff Wechsler

2018/19 Earnings: $20,099,189

Career Earnings: $75,108,436

	Player Option / Shooting Guard / 6-7 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 20.9 ppg, 5.0 apg
A tough, two-way wing who can defend multiple positions and score 20 per night at a very efficient level.

Agent: Bernie Lee

2018/19 Earnings: $19,841,627

Career Earnings: $60,025,227

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-7 / Team: Golden State Warriors 22.6 ppg, 3.7 rpg
One of the best shooters in league history, he is also an extremely able defender who seemingly never gets injured. 2019 will likely be the summer he gets his first major contract, most likely from Golden State.

Agent: Greg Lawrence

2018/19 Earnings: $18,988,725

Career Earnings: $59,318,274

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-1 / Team: Charlotte Hornets 28.2 ppg, 6.6 apg
For the past three seasons, Kemba Walker has performed like an elite point guard but has been getting paid like merely a good one. Now that he’s playing at an even higher level, that will undoubtedly change next offseason.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2018/19 Earnings: $12,000,000

Career Earnings: $46,199,401

	Restricted / Power Forward / 6-11 / Team: New York Knicks
One of the most unique talents in the NBA thanks to his blend of rim protection and three-point touch. He’s coming off a major injury (ACL tear) so it’ll be important to note how he looks upon his return. Will his return even be in the 2018-19 season?

Agent: Janis Porzingis

2018/19 Earnings: $5,697,054

Career Earnings: $12,953,040

	Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Golden State Warriors
It’s rare to see a player return from a torn Achilles and fully regain their pre-injury form. Especially big men. Will DeMarcus Cousins be the exception to the rule? If he is, the Warriors are only going to be more unfair once he returns.

Agent: Jarinn Akana

2018/19 Earnings: $5,337,000

Career Earnings: $80,711,986

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 21.5 ppg, 8.7 rpg
Tobias Harris’ improvements as an three-point shooter have helped him blossom into the prototypical modern-day stretch four. Will be a hot commodity once he hits free agency.

Agent: Torrel Harris

2018/19 Earnings: $14,800,000

Career Earnings: $55,749,880

	Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Milwaukee Bucks 19.2 ppg, 5.4 rpg
One of the most underrated wings in basketball. He scores efficiently, as well as distributes, rebounds and defends all at above-average rates for his position.

Agent: Michael Lindeman

2018/19 Earnings: $13,000,000

Career Earnings: $46,177,719

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: New Orleans Pelicans 19.1 ppg, 10.8 rpg
An excellent floor-spacing big man with quick feet defensively. Took his career performance in 2017-18 and has gotten even better, and more consistent, this season.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2018/19 Earnings: $12,500,000

Career Earnings: $29,131,175

	Player Option / Center / 6-10 / Team: Boston Celtics 11.5 ppg, 6.4 rpg
He doesn’t score a bunch of points, but his all-around game is excellent. Few big men have Horford’s blend of playmaking and defensive aptitude.

Agent: Jason Glushon

2018/19 Earnings: $28,928,710

Career Earnings: $129,458,059

	Player Option / Center / 7-1 / Team: Memphis Grizzlies 18.1 ppg, 9.7 rpg
His skill as an outside shooter and passer should help his game age nicely. Knocking down a career-best 39.5 percent from three.

Agent: Steve Heumann

2018/19 Earnings: $24,119,025

Career Earnings: $128,292,718

	Unrestricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Orlando Magic 20.4 ppg, 11.3 rpg
His numbers this year, across the board, have been monstrous. Elite rebounder and outside shooter for a center.

Agent: Rade Filipovich

2018/19 Earnings: $12,750,000

Career Earnings: $42,838,639

	Player Option / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: Miami Heat 16.3 ppg, 4.7 apg
You can start to see signs of regression, which makes sense since he’ll be entering his age-32 season next year. Still, he’s coming off an All-Star campaign and is among the upper half of starting point guards in the NBA.

Agent: Rade Filipovich

2018/19 Earnings: $18,109,175

Career Earnings: $77,379,858

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-1 / Team: Milwaukee Bucks 15.3 ppg, 6.2 apg
Good point-guard defender and has become a more efficient scorer. Making over 50 percent of his field-goal attempts for the first time. Playing the best winning basketball of his career.

Agent: Rich Paul

2018/19 Earnings: $15,000,000

Career Earnings: $62,104,069

	Player Option / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: New Orleans Pelicans 18.1 ppg, 9.0 rpg
Elite finisher around the paint. Specializes in using athleticism to drive by slower big men. Has been a great fit in his first year with the Pelicans. Averaging career numbers in multiple categories.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2018/19 Earnings: $8,641,000

Career Earnings: $13,545,962

	Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 11.4 ppg, 13.6 rpg
Even in his 30s, still one of the best rebounders the NBA has to offer. Excellent screen-setter, who is really helping Luka Doncic and Dennis Smith shine.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2018/19 Earnings: $22,897,200

Career Earnings: $106,710,175

	Restricted / Point Guard / 6-2 / Team: Boston Celtics 7.9 ppg, 4.0 rpg
Numbers have taken a dip now that he’s returned to a full-time bench role. Proved in 2017-18 that he can handle starting point-guard duties, and handle them with aplomb.

Agent: Aaron Turner

2018/19 Earnings: $3,050,389

Career Earnings: $5,719,320

	Restricted / Point Guard / 6-5 / Team: Brooklyn Nets 17.8 ppg, 5.5 apg
Finally starting to put it all together on a consistent basis. A lead guard that uses his jumper and slippery dribbling to score, and who is an underrated distributor.

Agent: Austin Brown

2018/19 Earnings: $7,019,698

Career Earnings: $15,998,280

	Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: New York Knicks 15.2 ppg, 12.0 rpg
Great scorer down low, ferocious rebounder and a fantastic finisher out of the pick-and-roll, his problems are a lack of a three-point shot and subpar defensive contributions.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $18,622,514

Career Earnings: $74,898,362

	Team Option / Power Forward / 6-8 / Team: Denver Nuggets 12.9 ppg, 6.7 rpg
Averaging his lowest points per game in nine years. Still a versatile big man who can defend at a high level and score when needed.

Agent: DeAngelo Simmons

2018/19 Earnings: $29,230,769

Career Earnings: $121,314,973

	Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 17.1 ppg, 4.6 rpg
He’s still just entering his prime even though it feels like he’s been around forever. Good scorer, especially out of the post, but just an average three-point threat.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2018/19 Earnings: $24,107,258

Career Earnings: $57,874,032

	Player Option / Center / 7-0 / Team: Miami Heat 13.3 ppg, 14.1 rpg
Bounced back nicely thus far after an up-and-down 2017-18. Leading the league in blocks per game and even spacing the floor a bit this season.

Agent: Sean Kennedy

2018/19 Earnings: $24,434,262

Career Earnings: $49,157,652

	Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: Toronto Raptors 13.0 ppg, 7.7 rpg
Putting up crazy numbers per-36 minutes. Has really found his niche as a sub-20-minute-nightly big man who dominates against second units and only starts when facing more traditional centers.

Agent: Leon Rose

2018/19 Earnings: $16,539,326

Career Earnings: $45,082,618

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-4 / Team: Utah Jazz 12.9 ppg, 6.5 apg
Reliable floor general. Coach-on-the-floor type who has become a respectable three-point shooter.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2018/19 Earnings: $14,800,000

Career Earnings: $55,216,408

	Restricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Sacramento Kings 14.5 ppg, 8.1 rpg
Bouncy big man who can switch defensively and throw down with the best of them. Putting up career marks in just about every stat.

Agent: Roger Montgomery

2018/19 Earnings: $4,696,874

Career Earnings: $15,350,475

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 18.1 ppg, 3.2 apg
Despite it being his age-34 season, putting up a career-high in points. One of the best shooters the game has to offer.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2018/19 Earnings: $12,250,000

Career Earnings: $78,516,715

	Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Indiana Pacers 15.6 ppg, 3.6 rpg
Also putting up a career-high in points. Also one of the best shooters in the NBA. Converting a ridiculous 52.5 percent of his threes.

Agent: Jason Ranne

2018/19 Earnings: $10,500,000

Career Earnings: $21,091,796

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: Minnesota Timberwolves 19.5 ppg, 4.6 apg
Almost out of nowhere, he has started to resemble his old self. Shooting a career-best 47.8 percent from three, which has helped him offset his drop in athleticism.

Agent: BJ Armstrong

2018/19 Earnings: $2,176,260

Career Earnings: $120,415,866

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-6 / Team: Brooklyn Nets 15.9 ppg, 5.0 apg
One of the most underrated floor generals in the NBA. Uses his size and length at the lead-guard spot to get buckets. If he keeps hitting threes at an above-average rate, he’ll continue to thrive.

Agent: Sam Goldfeder

2018/19 Earnings: $1,656,092

Career Earnings: $4,641,095

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Toronto Raptors 9.4 ppg, 3.7 rpg
Has regained some of his prime-San-Antonio-days form. Shooting over 40 percent from three while playing hounding defense on the perimeter.

Agent: Joe Branch

2018/19 Earnings: $10,000,000

Career Earnings: $42,607,624

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-8 / Team: Indiana Pacers 9.9 ppg, 5.3 rpg
His numbers are down but still an important contributor thanks to his defense and finishing around the basket.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2018/19 Earnings: $13,764,045

Career Earnings: $81,810,523

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-0 / Team: Indiana Pacers 8.9 ppg, 4.2 apg
Has struggled to find a rhythm this season. Can still run an offense and jump passing lanes defensively at a high level.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2018/19 Earnings: $10,000,000

Career Earnings: $33,059,051

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Boston Celtics 13.6 ppg, 6.4 rpg
Provides the Celtics with an element of toughness they wouldn’t have without him. Solid scoring big man who can iso, post-up and shoot the long ball.

Agent: Rich Paul

2018/19 Earnings: $5,375,000

Career Earnings: $22,928,419

	Unrestricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Milwaukee Bucks 11.4 ppg, 3.5 rpg
One of the few big men in the league who can shoot threes and protect the paint at above-average rates. He’s already in his 30’s, but his game has aged nicely thanks to his high skill level.

Agent: Darren ‘Mats’ Matsubara

2018/19 Earnings: $3,382,000

Career Earnings: $117,423,487

	Player Option / Point Guard / 6-2 / Team: Minnesota Timberwolves 13.0 ppg, 7.6 apg
Good one-on-one scorer who can dish the rock and rack up takeaways on defense.

Agent: JR Hensley

2018/19 Earnings: $19,000,000

Career Earnings: $58,355,440

	Team Option / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Charlotte Hornets 8.6 ppg, 5.9 rpg
He lacks any semblance of a jump shot, but he produces points as a cutter and when posting up. Couple that with his elite wing defense, and you have a solid, underrated player.

Agent: Leon Rose

2018/19 Earnings: $13,000,000

Career Earnings: $46,760,923

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Indiana Pacers 10.6 ppg, 2.9 apg
Has had trouble finding his 2017-18 form as a member of the Pacers. Good bench scorer who can take over primary creator duties for stints as a reserve.

Agent: Darren ‘Mats’ Matsubara

2018/19 Earnings: $12,400,000

Career Earnings: $63,831,924

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-1 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 6.9 ppg, 4.2 apg
Complete pest defensively. A guy you want on your side to close a tight game.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2018/19 Earnings: $5,027,028

Career Earnings: $20,774,362

	Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Phoenix Suns 10.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg
Not that young, but still one of the better 3-and-D players in the NBA.

Agent: Steve Heumann

2018/19 Earnings: $15,000,000

Career Earnings: $74,995,477

	Team Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Chicago Bulls 16.2 ppg, 7.1 rpg
Looks healthy as a member of the Bulls. Has proven to still be a really good scorer. Chicago is better, statistically, with him on the floor.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $20,000,000

Career Earnings: $22,239,712

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Minnesota Timberwolves 10.8 ppg, 6.6 rpg
Tough, throwback big with a decent jumper. Hard-nosed defender.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $14,000,000

Career Earnings: $52,275,668

	Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: Washington Wizards 12.8 ppg, 9.2 rpg
Has played decently when he’s been healthy. Problem is, he hasn’t been healthy that often this season. Might continue to be a problem going forward considering his age (33).

Agent: Aaron Goodwin

2018/19 Earnings: $24,256,725

Career Earnings: $210,235,761

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: Washington Wizards 10.4 ppg, 4.7 rpg
A tough power forward with decent scoring touch from the outside. The type of enforcer you want to have a role on your team.

Agent: Rich Paul

2018/19 Earnings: $8,600,000

Career Earnings: $32,031,329

	Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Portland Trail Blazers 8.2 ppg, 8.3 rpg
Not a great scorer, but does the little things that help you win. Plus defender from the wing.

Agent: Raymond Brothers

2018/19 Earnings: $6,957,105

Career Earnings: $35,502,591

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 5-9 / Team: Denver Nuggets
Has yet to play this season. His hip injury will be a major hindrance to his free agency, unless he can get back and prove he’s still got some of his old self left.

Agent: Sam Goldfeder

2018/19 Earnings: $2,029,463

Career Earnings: $30,175,846

	Restricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Washington Wizards 12.1 ppg, 4.4 rpg
Athletic wing who can make an impact as a cutter and on the offensive glass. However, shooting has regressed once again.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2018/19 Earnings: $3,208,630

Career Earnings: $6,019,920

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 16.1 ppg, 2.6 apg
Remains a league-average three-point shooter and an all right defender.

Agent: Jeff Austin

2018/19 Earnings: $18,622,513

Career Earnings: $18,622,513

	Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: San Antonio Spurs 14.5 ppg, 7.5 rpg
Had a solid comeback season in his return last year from a torn Achilles. Can still score when called upon, though not at the high-volume pace of his prime.

Agent: Roger Montgomery

2018/19 Earnings: $10,087,200

Career Earnings: $124,025,870

	Restricted / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: Chicago Bulls 10.5 ppg, 10.0 rpg
Excellent bench scorer for a big man and appeared to be improving his defense and rebounding prior to going down with a knee injury.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $2,494,346

Career Earnings: $4,361,160

	Unrestricted / Small Forward / 0-0 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 5.0 ppg, 1.8 rpg
Doesn’t get much credit, but a do-the-dirty-work player who you ultimately want on your side. Fits the 3-and-D archetype perfectly.

Agent: Francois Nyam

2018/19 Earnings: $4,320,500

Career Earnings: $25,811,485

	Unrestricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Chicago 4.3 ppg, 2.0 rpg
Numbers have taken a plummet as the Bulls have gone with a youth movement. Still a serviceable backup center.

Agent: Darren ‘Mats’ Matsubara

2018/19 Earnings: $14,357,750

Career Earnings: $78,484,389

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-2 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 3.9 ppg, 2.4 apg
His numbers don’t measure his impact. Could even be a decent starter in the right situation.

Agent: Chris Emens

2018/19 Earnings: $1,600,520

Career Earnings: $4,471,631

	Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: Oklahoma City Thunder 5.0 ppg, 5.1 rpg
After a tough year-and-a-half in Dallas, has bounced back nicely coming off the bench for the Thunder. Athletic big man. Performs best on the defensive end and as a rim-runner on offense.

Agent: Rich Paul

2018/19 Earnings: $1,757,429

Career Earnings: $20,274,757

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-1 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 8.5 ppg, 6.5 apg
Still a productive point guard who can rack up assists and wreak havoc defensively by jumping passing lanes.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2018/19 Earnings: $9,000,000

Career Earnings: $88,622,794

	Restricted / Point Guard / 6-5 / Team: Milwaukee Bucks 14.8 ppg, 3.2 apg
Can play either guard spot effectively. Has blossomed into a knock-down three-point shooter.

Agent: Danielle Cantor

2018/19 Earnings: $1,544,951

Career Earnings: $2,237,611

	Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: New Orleans Pelicans 9.7 ppg, 5.3 apg
Injury troubles have plagued him this season. Hard-nosed, two-way floor general.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2018/19 Earnings: $3,000,000

Career Earnings: $3,849,500

	Player Option / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Atlanta Hawks 13.4 ppg, 4.1 rpg
Athletic wing who has really improved his skill level.

Agent: Austin Walton

2018/19 Earnings: $18,089,888

Career Earnings: $55,992,814

	Unrestricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 13.2 ppg, 6.5 rpg
Having a career season as far as consistent nightly impact. Fantastic rim protector who is really good scoring out of the pick-and-roll.

Agent: BJ Armstrong

2018/19 Earnings: $2,393,887

Career Earnings: $57,657,268

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Orlando Magic 13.5 ppg, 3.0 rpg
Athletic perimeter player who can knock down triples with aplomb.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2018/19 Earnings: $10,500,000

Career Earnings: $42,589,837

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Memphis Grizzlies 10.9 ppg, 3.4 rpg
Reliable wing. Plays hard on both ends. Above-average stroke from three.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $8,000,000

Career Earnings: $28,026,925

	Player Option / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Brooklyn Nets 7.9 ppg, 3.2 rpg
Struggling with his outside shot this season, but still a 39.1 percent shooter from three for his career.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2018/19 Earnings: $19,332,500

Career Earnings: $58,966,776

	Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 5.6 ppg, 4.1 rpg
Decent scorer and defender on the wing. Experienced player.

Agent: Sam Permut

2018/19 Earnings: $12,800,562

Career Earnings: $75,623,774

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Washington Wizards 7.2 ppg, 2.2 rpg
Solid backup guard. Likes to score one-on-one. Gets after it on defense.

Agent: Andrew Vye

2018/19 Earnings: $12,650,000

Career Earnings: $45,603,036

	Player Option / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Charlotte Hornets 8.2 ppg, 4.8 rpg
Floor-spacing 4-man with underrated defensive versatility.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2018/19 Earnings: $14,087,500

Career Earnings: $107,703,378

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 13.4 ppg, 5.2 rpg
Really good defender and rebounder from the 2-guard spot. Should have thrived next to LeBron, but it’s not happening.

Agent: Rich Paul

2018/19 Earnings: $12,000,000

Career Earnings: $29,741,533

	Restricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Miami Heat 12.4 ppg, 4.9 rpg
Keeps it simple offensively both with his passes and knowing when to shoot. Good three-point stroke, too. Pesters opponents defensively and almost always manages to come up with loose balls.

Agent: Joel Bell

2018/19 Earnings: $1,544,951

Career Earnings: $3,401,033

	Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-2 / Team: Portland Trail Blazers 4.6 ppg, 1.4 rpg
Still working his way back from the injury that kept him out all last season. Solid scorer who has the patented Curry shooting touch.

Agent: Alex Saratsis

2018/19 Earnings: $2,795,000

Career Earnings: $10,013,799

	Unrestricted / Center / 6-10 / Team: Indiana Pacers 2.5 ppg, 2.4 rpg
Having trouble getting playing time with the Pacers due to the team’s stacked frontcourt. Performs well when called upon thanks to his defensive toughness and soft touch on offense.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2018/19 Earnings: $4,449,000

Career Earnings: $18,698,237

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