2026 NBA free agent rankings: The best players who could be available next year
Free agency isn’t what it once was in the NBA, as these days, players are almost always choosing to sign contract extensions rather than test the open market. That’s because the new CBA has given players much more financial incentive not to switch teams.
Either way, some good players could end up hitting free agency next year anyway, as they always do.
Below, check out the projected top 2026 NBA free agents (for now).
1. Luka Doncic / PG / LA Lakers / Player Option
A yearly MVP candidate, it will be fascinating to see how the next season and a half goes for him now that he's joining the Lakers. Will the Lakers even let him hit free agency? Regardless, one of the best players in the NBA and will remain so if he takes his conditioning and diet seriously.
2024/25 stats: 26.4 ppg, 8.4 rpg, 7.7 apg, 2.0 spg, 0.5 bpg, 45.1 FG%, 33.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $43,031,940
Career earnings: $152,668,811
Agent: Bill Duffy
2. Paolo Banchero / PF / Orlando / Restricted
A somehow underrated former No. 1 pick who looks like a future All-NBA guy. It is a bit scary that he missed so much time in 2024-25 due to injury but that was the first time he's missed such an extended period since getting to the NBA, so shouldn't be a huge concern. Great size, strength, athleticism and skill on the wing who can score at a high level, as well as create and rebound. Has developed his jumper quite nicely, too. We're going to list him here for now, but he's more than likely signing an extension before free agency comes.
2024/25 stats: 23.0 ppg, 7.0 rpg, 4.8 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.8 bpg, 41.9 FG%, 29.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,160,800
Career earnings: $34,824,000
Agent: Mike Miller
3. Jaren Jackson Jr / C / Memphis
His game seems to be expanding, as he's putting up the best numbers of his career right now. Still not much of a rebounder but a very good shot-blocker, solid floor-spacer and excellent for a big man driving the ball.
2024/25 stats: 22.9 ppg, 6.0 rpg, 2.2 apg, 1.3 spg, 1.7 bpg, 49.7 FG%, 36.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $25,257,798
Career earnings: $110,594,725
Agent: Austin Brown and Maxwell Saidman
4. Jalen Williams / SF / Oklahoma City / Restricted
Finally hit that All-Star level, the question is: Can he reach an All-NBA level? Very crafty scorer from the midrange who can also finish around the rim. One-on-one bucket-getter with good size on the wing.
2024/25 stats: 21.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 5.1 apg, 1.7 spg, 0.7 bpg, 47.6 FG%, 35.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $4,775,760
Career earnings: $13,675,920
Agent: Bill Duffy and Justin Haynes
5. De'Aaron Fox / PG / San Antonio
It will be fascinating to see how his time in San Antonio goes. Should form a fun partnership with Victor Wembanyama. If they acclimate well, it might be tough for another team to pry him out of San Antonio. Lightning-fast point guard with three-level scoring and a quick crossover.
2024/25 stats: 24.3 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 6.3 apg, 1.6 spg, 0.4 bpg, 46.5 FG%, 31.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $34,848,340
Career earnings: $150,476,187
Agent: Rich Paul
6. Chet Holmgren / C / Oklahoma City / Restricted
Questions linger about his ability to stay healthy due to his thin frame. Experienced a second extended absence in 2024-25. When he's out there, he's a very unique player – a big man who can handle the ball like a guard, hit shots from all over the floor, drive and finish or kick, and block shots at a high level on the other end.
2024/25 stats: 15.3 ppg, 8.1 rpg, 1.7 apg, 0.9 spg, 2.9 bpg, 50.3 FG%, 39.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $10,880,640
Career earnings: $31,157,880
Agent: Bill Duffy
7. Kevin Durant / SF / Phoenix
Game hasn't started to slow down to age yet, the one concern is with nagging injuries, as he has started to miss more time here and there. Even so, when healthy, remains an elite scorer, solid rebounder and playmaker, and an impactful defender when he locks in late in games.
2024/25 stats: 26.9 ppg, 6.0 rpg, 4.3 apg, 0.9 spg, 1.4 bpg, 53.0 FG%, 40.2 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $51,179,020
Career earnings: $457,119,040
Agent: Rich Kleiman
8. Trae Young / PG / Atlanta / Player Option
One of the best playmakers in the NBA who can hit shots from all over the floor. He can be a bit inefficient, though, and won't provide much on defense.
2024/25 stats: 24.0 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 11.5 apg, 1.2 spg, 0.2 bpg, 40.7 FG%, 33.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $43,031,940
Career earnings: $146,727,211
Agent: Aaron Mintz, Austin Brown, Andrew Morrison
9. Kyrie Irving / PG / Dallas
One of the best scoring point guards in the league with the ability to hit tough shots against elite defenses. A proven playoff performer who helped guide Dallas to the Finals last season. Also, an extremely crafty and quick ball-handler who can finish around the basket with a beautiful layup package. He remains at that All-Star level.
2024/25 stats: 24.9 ppg, 4.8 rpg, 4.7 apg, 1.3 spg, 0.4 bpg, 47.5 FG%, 41.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $41,000,000
Career earnings: $315,811,186
Agent: Shetellia Riley Irving
10. Damian Lillard / PG / Milwaukee / Player Option
Will be around 36 by the time he signs his next contract if he doesn't get extended by Milwaukee. With him not being the biggest player, that could raise concerns about how his game might age. Regardless, for now, he remains an All-Star-level point guard.
2024/25 stats: 25.5 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 7.4 apg, 1.2 spg, 0.2 bpg, 44.6 FG%, 38.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $48,787,676
Career earnings: $329,998,763
Agent: Aaron Goodwin
11. LeBron James / SF / LA Lakers
How will the Lakers' blockbuster addition of Luka Doncic affect LeBron James' future with the team? We'll find out this summer, as James has a player option on his deal, and he is fully expected to exercise to hit free agency. Regardless, that even at 40 years old James remains the best free agent in a class is nuts and speaks to his greatness as a player.
2024/25 stats: 24.7 ppg, 7.8 rpg, 8.7 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.6 bpg, 52.0 FG%, 39.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $48,728,845
Career earnings: $531,322,273
Agent: Rich Paul
12. Zach LaVine / SG / Sacramento / Player Option
Looks like his All-Star self in 2024-25, providing three-level scoring with his tough-shot-making chops and bouncy athleticism near the basket.
2024/25 stats: 23.8 ppg, 4.6 rpg, 4.5 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.2 bpg, 50.8 FG%, 43.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $44,531,940
Career earnings: $209,339,957
Agent: Rich Paul
13. James Harden / PG / LA Clippers
An All-Star yet again this season, the bearded superstar has seen his game age like a fine wine. His shot-making isn't quite as efficient as it was in his prime but he remains a high-level scorer and playmaker.
2024/25 stats: 21.6 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 8.6 apg, 1.5 spg, 0.6 bpg, 39.2 FG%, 34.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $33,653,846
Career earnings: $374,374,274
Agent: Michael Silverman, Brandon Grier, Troy Payne
14. Mikal Bridges / SF / New York
NBA Iron Man who never misses games. Very good defender who can guard multiple positions. Jumper might look a bit funky now but still has to be respected from the outside as a shooter. Solid scorer from the midrange, too.
2024/25 stats: 17.5 ppg, 3.2 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.0 spg, 0.5 bpg, 48.9 FG%, 35.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $23,300,000
Career earnings: $82,735,125
Agent: Sam Goldfeder, Jordan Gertler, Jeff Schwartz
15. Norman Powell / SG / LA Clippers
Has taken a huge leap, which is interesting considering he's been in the NBA for some time now. Very good shooter from the outside who also has the quickness to get to the rim and finish around the basket.
2024/25 stats: 24.2 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 2.2 apg, 1.3 spg, 0.2 bpg, 49.6 FG%, 42.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $19,241,379
Career earnings: $102,862,988
Agent: Thaddeus Foucher
16. Kristaps Porzingis / C / Boston
Excellent modern archetype thanks to his ability, as a big man, to block shots on one end and hit deep threes from the other. His only drawback is with him having trouble staying healthy.
2024/25 stats: 19.2 ppg, 6.9 rpg, 2.0 apg, 0.8 spg, 1.6 bpg, 47.6 FG%, 39.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $29,268,293
Career earnings: $206,171,387
Agent: Janis Porzingis, Jeff Schwartz, Sam Goldfeder
17. Nikola Vucevic / C / Chicago
Floor-spacing center who can also drive the ball and post-up pretty well. Blocks shots from time to time but not an elite defender by any means.
2024/25 stats: 19.1 ppg, 10.3 rpg, 3.4 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.7 bpg, 53.3 FG%, 38.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $20,000,000
Career earnings: $194,727,756
Agent: Rade Filipovich and Bill Duffy
18. Austin Reaves / SG / LA Lakers / Player Option
Not an All-Star but a very solid starting-level player. Can score from all three levels, draw fouls, sink foul shots, create plays. Tries hard on defense but not very effective on that end.
2024/25 stats: 19.2 ppg, 4.3 rpg, 6.1 apg, 1.1 spg, 0.3 bpg, 44.6 FG%, 36.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,976,362
Career earnings: $27,480,288
Agent: Aaron Reilly
19. Naz Reid / C / Minnesota
The 2023-24 Sixth Man of the Year, the big man is a very good shooter and rim-attacker who can finish with toughness around the rim. Guard-like game in a big man’s body.
2024/25 stats: 14.9 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 2.1 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.9 bpg, 47.7 FG%, 40.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $13,986,432
Career earnings: $33,066,425
Agent: Sean Kennedy and Jeff Schwartz
20. Luguentz Dort / SF / Oklahoma City / Team Option
High-energy guard who is one of the best backcourt defenders in the league. Offense has developed to the point he can get you a bucket or two here or there, as well. Much-improved shooter.
2024/25 stats: 9.7 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 1.6 apg, 1.1 spg, 0.6 bpg, 42.6 FG%, 39.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $16,500,000
Career earnings: $50,511,805
Agent: Thaddeus Foucher and Joe Smith
21. Dyson Daniels / SG / Atlanta / Restricted
Very impactful defender who makes huge noise in passing lanes and picking pockets. Athletic and plays with great energy, just needs to keep improving offensive game.
2024/25 stats: 13.9 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 4.0 apg, 3.1 spg, 0.8 bpg, 47.2 FG%, 33.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $6,059,520
Career earnings: $17,352,240
Agent: Daniel Moldovan
22. Julius Randle / PF / Minnesota
A great driver of the ball, a good playmaker and scorer from the midrange and near the bucket. Also, a solid three-point shooter who can even hit some triples off the dribble. He was a clunky fit in his first campaign in Minnesota and is a better player than he’s been able to show in 2024-25.
2024/25 stats: 18.9 ppg, 7.2 rpg, 4.5 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.2 bpg, 47.0 FG%, 32.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $31,695,840
Career earnings: $162,231,642
Agent: George Bass, Steve Heumann, Aaron Mintz
23. Bradley Beal / SG / Phoenix / Player Option
Does not seem likely he'll actually hit free agency in 2026 considering how much money he's owed in 2026-27 vs. his current evel as a player. If he does, teams will be interested in him without the no-trade clause becuase he's still a pretty nice three-level scorer.
2024/25 stats: 18.0 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 3.6 apg, 1.1 spg, 0.6 bpg, 50.4 FG%, 40.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $50,203,930
Career earnings: $319,772,793
Agent: Mark Bartelstein and Reggie Brown
24. Jaden Ivey / SG / Detroit / Restricted
Suffered a season-ending injury at an awful time, as he was playing excellent basketball when he went down. Still, it was very promising how well he played in '24 before going down. Explosive 2-guard who can get buckets and has a great first step.
2024/25 stats: 17.6 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 4.0 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.4 bpg, 46.0 FG%, 40.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $7,977,240
Career earnings: $22,843,920
Agent: Austin Brown and Maxwell Saidman
25. Daniel Gafford / C / Dallas
Explosive big man who can finish above the rim and through contact. Offensive range may be limited but he creates gravity with his athletic rim dives, opening up chances for his teammates on the outside.
2024/25 stats: 12.3 ppg, 6.9 rpg, 1.4 apg, 0.4 spg, 1.9 bpg, 69.9 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $13,394,160
Career earnings: $31,925,753
Agent: Shayaun Saee and Mike George
26. Jabari Smith / PF / Houston / Restricted
Still has promise as a mobile outside shooting big man who can block shots and use his quick feet defensively when forced to switch. But he has yet to put it all together consistently enough.
2024/25 stats: 11.8 ppg, 6.5 rpg, 1.0 apg, 0.3 spg, 0.9 bpg, 42.9 FG%, 35.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $9,770,880
Career earnings: $27,980,040
Agent: Wallace Prather
27. Fred VanVleet / PG / Houston
Smooth and confident point guard who can rain in buckets from deep beyond the arc. Good quickness getting to the basket, too, and great toughness. An excellent leader by example for this young Rockets squad.
2024/25 stats: 14.6 ppg, 3.9 rpg, 5.8 apg, 1.6 spg, 0.4 bpg, 38.7 FG%, 34.4 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $42,846,615
Career earnings: $165,684,923
Agent: Rich Paul and Erika Ruiz
28. CJ McCollum / SG / New Orleans
Can score from three and the midrange well thanks to his picturesque jump shot. Can also do some rebounding and playmaking. Not showing huge signs of age-related aggression yet.
2024/25 stats: 21.9 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 3.9 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.5 bpg, 45.1 FG%, 37.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $33,333,333
Career earnings: $250,449,242
Agent: Sam Goldfeder and Jeff Schwartz
29. Andrew Wiggins / SF / Miami / Player Option
Of late, he looks more like the player he was when he first got to the Warriors and helped them win a title. Still has pretty good athleticism which helps him be an effective slasher and rebounder. Can hit a tough shot in a one-on-one situation from time to time.
2024/25 stats: 17.6 ppg, 4.7 rpg, 2.4 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.8 bpg, 43.6 FG%, 37.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $26,276,786
Career earnings: $223,167,435
Agent: Andrew Morrison and Steve Heumann
30. Isaiah Hartenstein / C / Oklahoma City / Team Option
Dirty-work big man who plays with toughness. Sets very solid screens, fights for loose balls, battles down low for rebounds. Good finisher around the basket and also an underrted short-roll passer.
2024/25 stats: 10.9 ppg, 11.7 rpg, 3.9 apg, 0.7 spg, 1.1 bpg, 56.1 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $30,000,000
Career earnings: $52,288,245
Agent: Aaron Mintz, Andrew Morrison, Dave Spahn
31. Collin Sexton / SG / Utah
Rugged guard who plays with a whole lot of toughness. Can shoot the three or get to the basket and finish around the rim. More of a combo guard in that he's usually looking to score first. High-energy player on both ends.
2024/25 stats: 18.3 ppg, 2.9 rpg, 4.1 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.1 bpg, 47.8 FG%, 41.2 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $18,350,000
Career earnings: $72,755,271
Agent: Rich Paul
32. Bennedict Mathurin / SF / Indiana / Restricted
Solid scoring wing with decent athleticism and a good nose for getting buckets.
2024/25 stats: 16.3 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 1.9 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.4 bpg, 47.7 FG%, 35.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $7,245,720
Career earnings: $20,748,600
Agent: Nima Namakian
33. PJ Washington / PF / Dallas
Skilled forward who can slide between the 3 and 4 depending on lineups. Good three-point shooter who can handle the ball, as well as finish down low over smaller defenders.
2024/25 stats: 14.2 ppg, 8.2 rpg, 2.4 apg, 1.2 spg, 1.1 bpg, 43.5 FG%, 38.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $15,500,000
Career earnings: $50,226,821
Agent: Kevin Bradbury and Paul Washington
34. Coby White / PG / Chicago
Very quick point guard who is usually looking to score more than create. Gets great rise on his jumper, allowing him to hit shots even against good defending at times.
2024/25 stats: 18.0 ppg, 3.3 rpg, 4.7 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.2 bpg, 42.8 FG%, 36.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,000,000
Career earnings: $47,242,626
Agent: Ty Sullivan and Steve Heumann
35. Jakob Poeltl / C / Toronto / Player Option
One of the best screen-setters in the league. Plays with a lot of toughness down low. Decent finisher near the basket and can keep the ball moving when he's stopped down low. Heady player who makes winning play.
2024/25 stats: 14.2 ppg, 10.1 rpg, 2.8 apg, 1.2 spg, 1.3 bpg, 61.0 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $19,500,000
Career earnings: $77,481,805
Agent: Michael Tellem, James Dunleavy, Jeff Schwartz, Sam Goldfeder
36. Bobby Portis / PF / Milwaukee
Good scorer for a big man thanks to post-game, spot-up shooting and face-up game. Solid rebounder, too, but not the most impactful defender. One of the better off-the-bench big men in the league.
2024/25 stats: 13.4 ppg, 8.1 rpg, 2.2 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.5 bpg, 46.3 FG%, 36.4 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,578,286
Career earnings: $64,862,440
Agent: Mark Bartelstein and Reggie Brown
37. Anfernee Simons / SG / Portland
Explosive scoring combo guard. Lacks in size but makes up for it with quick step, ability to stop on a dime and nail jumpers, as well as with deep shooting range and a quick release.
2024/25 stats: 18.7 ppg, 2.7 rpg, 5.0 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.1 bpg, 42.4 FG%, 36.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $25,892,857
Career earnings: $82,499,647
Agent: Bill Duffy
38. Christian Braun / SG / Denver / Restricted
Has started to develop into an impactful energy wing who can do some scoring, both with his outside shot as an athletic slasher.
2024/25 stats: 14.9 ppg, 5.1 rpg, 2.2 apg, 1.1 spg, 0.5 bpg, 57.5 FG%, 36.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $3,089,640
Career earnings: $8,847,360
Agent: Bill Duffy and Diego Arguelles
39. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope / SG / Orlando / Player Option
Veteran 2-guard who can hit threes and play effective defense against backcourt players. Multi-time champion so he'll be a trusted voice in any locker room.
2024/25 stats: 8.6 ppg, 2.1 rpg, 1.8 apg, 1.4 spg, 0.5 bpg, 41.3 FG%, 30.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $22,757,000
Career earnings: $126,459,338
Agent: Rich Paul
40. Keegan Murray / SF / Sacramento / Restricted
Hasn't progressed the way many thought he might after a solid start to his career. But still a pretty good outside shooter who can defend wings on the other end. Can hit some midrange shots off the dribble as well.
2024/25 stats: 12.0 ppg, 7.0 rpg, 1.4 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.9 bpg, 43.7 FG%, 32.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $8,809,560
Career earnings: $25,227,000
Agent: Mark Bartelstein and Kyle McAlarney
41. Draymond Green / PF / Golden State / Player Option
Proven defensive player who can hit threes from to time and make good plays with the ball, albeit not really as a scorer. Still a very good defender but not at the level of his ridiculous peak. Can get under opponents' – and teammates' skin.
2024/25 stats: 8.7 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 5.7 apg, 1.3 spg, 1.1 bpg, 43.2 FG%, 32.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $24,107,143
Career earnings: $203,149,451
Agent: Rich Paul
42. Mark Williams / C / Charlotte / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 15.0 ppg, 9.5 rpg, 2.3 apg, 0.7 spg, 1.2 bpg, 57.1 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $4,094,280
Career earnings: $11,724,480
Agent: Jeff Schwartz and Jordan Gertler
43. Kelly Oubre / SF / Philadelphia
Athletic off-ball slasher with great athleticism on the open floor. Big threat in transition and a versatile defender, albeit far from an elite one.
2024/25 stats: 14.6 ppg, 6.4 rpg, 1.8 apg, 1.5 spg, 0.5 bpg, 46.5 FG%, 27.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $7,983,000
Career earnings: $74,703,017
Agent: Dave Spahn, Austin Brown, Aaron Mintz
44. John Collins / PF / Utah
2024-25 was the most he's looked like his former promising self. Can hit threes out of the frontcourt, finish with athleticism around the rim and get some buckets off of put-backs. Not much of a defender but a pretty solid offensive weapon.
2024/25 stats: 18.4 ppg, 8.1 rpg, 2.1 apg, 1.0 spg, 1.1 bpg, 52.7 FG%, 41.4 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $26,580,000
Career earnings: $109,479,862
Agent: Sean Kennedy and Jeff Schwartz
45. Rui Hachimura / PF / LA Lakers
Slashing swingman who can provide your frontcourt some athleticism and scoring off of cuts, as well as on spot-up jumpers.
2024/25 stats: 13.5 ppg, 5.3 rpg, 1.5 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.5 bpg, 50.8 FG%, 41.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $17,000,000
Career earnings: $53,082,089
Agent: Jason Ranne and Darren 'Mats' Matsubara
46. Jalen Duren / C / Detroit / Restricted
Very athletic big man with a real nose for blocking shots and finishing around the rim explosively. Has great instincts for rebounding.
2024/25 stats: 11.1 ppg, 10.3 rpg, 2.6 apg, 0.7 spg, 1.1 bpg, 69.4 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $4,536,840
Career earnings: $12,991,800
Agent: Chafie Fields
47. Jeremy Sochan / PF / San Antonio / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 11.4 ppg, 7.1 rpg, 2.5 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.6 bpg, 54.1 FG%, 33.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $5,570,040
Career earnings: $15,950,520
Agent: Jim Tanner
48. Harrison Barnes / PF / San Antonio
Veteran power forward with floor-spacing ability. Can play the 3 or the 4 depending on the lineup, though not at the level of his prime. Solid vet to have in the locker room.
2024/25 stats: 11.7 ppg, 4.1 rpg, 1.8 apg, 0.4 spg, 0.2 bpg, 49.0 FG%, 41.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $18,000,000
Career earnings: $201,981,290
Agent: Jeff Schwartz and Sam Goldfeder
49. Tobias Harris / PF / Detroit
Game is aging pretty well. Quick first step for a power forward. Can face-up on fellow bigs and drive by them or shoot over smaller defender. Solid floor-spacer from the 4-spot.
2024/25 stats: 13.7 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 2.3 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.8 bpg, 47.0 FG%, 33.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $25,365,854
Career earnings: $276,450,726
Agent: Torrel Harris
50. Deandre Ayton / C / Portland
A double-double machine with good athleticism for finishing around the rim. At his best as a rebounder and when he's motivated, very tough to keep off of the offensive glass. Athletic finisher around the rim. Loses focus on defense a little too often.
2024/25 stats: 14.4 ppg, 10.2 rpg, 1.6 apg, 0.8 spg, 1.0 bpg, 56.6 FG%, 18.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $34,005,126
Career earnings: $137,768,224
Agent: Bill Duffy and Nima Namakian
51. Walker Kessler / C / Utah / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 11.2 ppg, 12.1 rpg, 1.6 apg, 0.6 spg, 2.4 bpg, 72.0 FG%, 33.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $2,965,920
Career earnings: $8,493,480
Agent: Aaron Mintz and Dave Spahn
52. Russell Westbrook / PG / Denver
2024/25 stats: 12.8 ppg, 5.0 rpg, 6.3 apg, 1.4 spg, 0.5 bpg, 46.8 FG%, 32.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $5,631,296
Career earnings: $348,303,546
Agent: Jeff Schwartz
53. Tari Eason / PF / Houston / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 11.5 ppg, 6.2 rpg, 1.2 apg, 1.9 spg, 0.9 bpg, 48.2 FG%, 34.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $3,695,160
Career earnings: $10,581,480
Agent: Thaddeus Foucher and Chafie Fields
54. Lonzo Ball / PG / Chicago / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 7.2 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 3.3 apg, 1.3 spg, 0.5 bpg, 35.5 FG%, 33.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $21,395,348
Career earnings: $113,471,622
Agent: Rich Paul
55. Shaedon Sharpe / SG / Portland / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 16.9 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 2.5 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.2 bpg, 44.4 FG%, 31.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $6,614,160
Career earnings: $18,940,920
Agent: Mike George and Shayaun Saee
56. Khris Middleton / SF / Washington
2024/25 stats: 12.4 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 4.4 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.2 bpg, 50.2 FG%, 39.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $31,000,000
Career earnings: $256,638,155
Agent: Mike Lindeman and Jeff Schwartz
57. Marcus Smart / PG / Washington
2024/25 stats: 8.6 ppg, 2.1 rpg, 3.5 apg, 1.2 spg, 0.3 bpg, 37.6 FG%, 32.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $20,210,285
Career earnings: $121,332,399
Agent: Jason Glushon
58. Mitchell Robinson / C / New York
2024/25 stats: -
2024/25 earnings: $14,318,182
Career earnings: $53,556,524
Agent: Thaddeus Foucher and Joe Smith
59. Nick Richards / C / Phoenix
2024/25 stats: 8.8 ppg, 8.4 rpg, 0.9 apg, 0.3 spg, 1.1 bpg, 56.4 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $5,000,000
Career earnings: $14,300,602
Agent: Javon Phillips, Jared Mucha, Jeff Schwartz
60. Dorian Finney-Smith / PF / LA Lakers
2024/25 stats: 8.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 1.4 apg, 1.0 spg, 0.4 bpg, 45.6 FG%, 41.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $14,924,167
Career earnings: $57,197,056
Agent: Michael Tellem and Jeff Schwartz
61. Ayo Dosunmu / SG / Chicago
Energetic guard who has improved his outside shooting. He can create plays for others and uses his athleticism well on the defensive end.
2024/25 stats: 12.3 ppg, 3.5 rpg, 4.6 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.4 bpg, 49.1 FG%, 33.2 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $7,000,000
Career earnings: $15,970,258
Agent: Jeff Schwartz and Mike Lindeman
62. Nikola Jovic / PF / Miami / Restricted
So much upside but he hasn't really been able to put things together for very long stretches. Has guard-like qualities in a 6-foot-10 package but inconsistent shooter and has a propensity for turning it over. Luckily for him, he got to the NBA quite young and still has time to reach his ceiling.
2024/25 stats: 10.7 ppg, 3.9 rpg, 2.8 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.3 bpg, 45.6 FG%, 37.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $2,464,200
Career earnings: $7,056,120
Agent: Sean Kennedy and Jared Mucha
63. Trayce Jackson-Davis / C / Golden State / Team Option
Not the most athletic player but is smooth and skilled down low, with the ability to finish over either shoulder down low. Good hands and does a good job as a rebounder and play-finisher.
2024/25 stats: 7.5 ppg, 5.8 rpg, 1.9 apg, 0.4 spg, 0.7 bpg, 57.3 FG%, 0.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $1,891,857
Career earnings: $3,011,420
Agent: Max Lipsett and James Dunleavy
64. Peyton Watson / SF / Denver / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 8.1 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 1.5 apg, 0.9 spg, 1.2 bpg, 47.1 FG%, 34.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $2,413,560
Career earnings: $6,911,040
Agent: Sam Goldfeder and James Dunleavy
65. Jusuf Nurkic / C / Charlotte
Was never able to recover that pre-major-injury form. Can still set some solid screens and provide some toughness but can't be tasked with scoring or playmaking like he used to.
2024/25 stats: 8.5 ppg, 9.1 rpg, 2.3 apg, 1.0 spg, 0.7 bpg, 45.7 FG%, 28.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $18,125,000
Career earnings: $107,098,304
Agent: Rich Paul
66. Moritz Wagner / C / Orlando
He was playing some of the best ball of his career at the time of his ACL injury. When healthy, an energetic big man who can finish around the basket, set hard screens, dive for loose balls, and get under opponents’ skin.
2024/25 stats: 12.9 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 1.4 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.4 bpg, 56.2 FG%, 36.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $11,000,000
Career earnings: $28,819,612
Agent: Jason Glushon
67. Mike Conley / PG / Minnesota
Veteran point guard whose age is starting to show. Next deal might be for the minimum. Still, a good voice in the locker room who can run an offense and hit some threes when he's out there.
2024/25 stats: 8.2 ppg, 2.6 rpg, 4.5 apg, 1.2 spg, 0.2 bpg, 37.4 FG%, 39.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $9,975,962
Career earnings: $286,557,558
Agent: Mike Conley, Steve Heumann, Jessica Holtz
68. Duncan Robinson / SF / Miami
2024/25 stats: 10.5 ppg, 2.4 rpg, 2.5 apg, 0.5 spg, 0.1 bpg, 41.9 FG%, 37.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $19,406,000
Career earnings: $73,269,963
Agent: Jason Glushon
69. Jordan Clarkson / SG / Utah
2024/25 stats: 17.1 ppg, 3.3 rpg, 3.8 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.3 bpg, 41.8 FG%, 38.0 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $14,092,577
Career earnings: $126,192,601
Agent: Rich Paul
70. Keon Ellis / SG / Sacramento
2024/25 stats: 8.0 ppg, 2.5 rpg, 1.2 apg, 1.4 spg, 0.7 bpg, 48.2 FG%, 44.4 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $2,120,693
Career earnings: $3,313,014
Agent: Corey Marcum
71. Cole Anthony / PG / Orlando / Team Option
Inconsistent scorer who can get hot but also quite cold. When he gets it going, he's a confident bucket-getter off the dribble from three or the midrange. Solid bench piece.
2024/25 stats: 9.3 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 2.8 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.3 bpg, 42.3 FG%, 33.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,900,000
Career earnings: $28,787,971
Agent: Jeff Schwartz and Javon Phillips
72. Robert Williams / C / Portland
2024/25 stats: 5.8 ppg, 5.9 rpg, 1.1 apg, 0.7 spg, 1.7 bpg, 64.1 FG%, 33.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,428,571
Career earnings: $44,000,303
Agent: Kevin Bradbury
73. Ochai Agbaji / SG / Toronto / Restricted
2024/25 stats: 10.1 ppg, 3.7 rpg, 1.6 apg, 0.8 spg, 0.5 bpg, 50.6 FG%, 39.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $4,310,280
Career earnings: $12,342,840
Agent: Alex Saratsis
74. Bogdan Bogdanovic / SG / LA Clippers / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 10.1 ppg, 2.6 rpg, 2.2 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.2 bpg, 37.1 FG%, 28.7 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $17,260,000
Career earnings: $116,960,000
Agent: Jason Ranne and Aleksander Raskovic
75. Josh Okogie / SG / Charlotte
2024/25 stats: 6.9 ppg, 3.0 rpg, 0.8 apg, 1.3 spg, 0.5 bpg, 47.3 FG%, 38.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $8,250,000
Career earnings: $24,467,336
Agent: Calvin Andrews
76. Vince Williams Jr / SG / Memphis / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 6.2 ppg, 3.4 rpg, 1.8 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.2 bpg, 37.0 FG%, 23.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $2,120,693
Career earnings: $4,861,892
Agent: Mike Kneisley
77. Jalen Wilson / PF / Brooklyn
2024/25 stats: 9.2 ppg, 3.5 rpg, 1.9 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.1 bpg, 39.3 FG%, 31.3 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $1,891,857
Career earnings: $2,741,857
Agent: Bill Duffy, David Mondress, Diego Arguelles, Justin Haynes
78. Kelly Olynyk / C / New Orleans
2024/25 stats: 7.2 ppg, 4.4 rpg, 2.4 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.3 bpg, 48.2 FG%, 40.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $12,804,878
Career earnings: $110,353,524
Agent: Jeff Schwartz, Sean Kennedy, James Dunleavy
79. Haywood Highsmith / SF / Miami
2024/25 stats: 2024/25 stats: 6.3 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 1.2 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.6 bpg, 46.6 FG%, 38.8 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $5,200,000
Career earnings: $9,479,726
Agent: Jerry Dianis
80. Kenrich Williams / PF / Oklahoma City / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 5.8 ppg, 3.2 rpg, 1.1 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.1 bpg, 49.5 FG%, 38.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $6,669,000
Career earnings: $21,099,316
Agent: Adam Pensack
81. Georges Niang / PF / Atlanta
2024/25 stats: 9.4 ppg, 3.8 rpg, 1.4 apg, 0.4 spg, 0.2 bpg, 47.6 FG%, 41.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $8,500,000
Career earnings: $29,833,765
Agent: Andy Shiffman and Mark Bartelstein
82. Kris Dunn / PG / LA Clippers / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 6.0 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 2.9 apg, 1.8 spg, 0.3 bpg, 42.3 FG%, 30.9 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $5,168,000
Career earnings: $36,327,202
Agent: Bernie Lee
83. Nicolas Batum / PF / LA Clippers
2024/25 stats: 3.4 ppg, 2.8 rpg, 1.2 apg, 0.7 spg, 0.4 bpg, 39.0 FG%, 38.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $4,668,000
Career earnings: $204,216,957
Agent: Bouna Ndiaye
84. Kevin Huerter / SG / Chicago
2024/25 stats: 8.1 ppg, 2.8 rpg, 1.8 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.3 bpg, 40.5 FG%, 31.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $16,830,357
Career earnings: $58,911,446
Agent: Andy Shiffman and Mark Bartelstein
85. Terry Rozier / PG / Miami
Might just be a good-player-on-bad-teams guy, as in his two stints with good teams in Boston and Miami, he struggled to put up anywhere near the numbers he did in Charlotte. Plays with confidence and can score from three and midrange but inconsistent shooter and not the best finisher down low.
2024/25 stats: 12.0 ppg, 4.0 rpg, 2.8 apg, 0.6 spg, 0.3 bpg, 40.4 FG%, 30.6 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $24,924,126
Career earnings: $135,085,372
Agent: Aaron Turner
86. Simone Fontecchio / SF / Detroit
2024/25 stats: 6.1 ppg, 3.1 rpg, 0.9 apg, 0.4 spg, 0.2 bpg, 38.1 FG%, 32.1 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $7,692,308
Career earnings: $13,942,308
Agent: Sam Goldfeder, Jared Mucha, Jeff Schwartz
87. Julian Champagnie / SF / San Antonio / Team Option
2024/25 stats: 9.9 ppg, 3.9 rpg, 1.3 apg, 0.9 spg, 0.4 bpg, 41.8 FG%, 36.5 3P%
2024/25 earnings: $3,000,000
Career earnings: $3,508,891
Agent: Kashif Pratt and Nick Blatchford
This article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: 2026 NBA free agent rankings: The best players who could be available next year