NBA Free Agency 2016: Small Forwards

Both LeBron James and Kevin Durant can change a franchise’s fortunes. Nobody expects LeBron to leave. Durant on the other hand…

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1. Kevin Durant Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Oklahoma City 28.2 ppg, 8.2 rpg, 5.0 apg Hits free agency for the first time in his prime. Outstanding scorer who can make a contender out of most teams. His departure would devastate Oklahoma City.

Agent: Rich Kleiman

2015/16 Earnings: $21,971,850

Career Earnings: $108,668,918

2. LeBron James Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Cleveland 25.3 ppg, 7.4 rpg, 6.8 apg Nobody can picture LeBron James leaving Cleveland again. Look for him to sign a humongous deal with the Cavs.

Agent: Rich Paul

2015/16 Earnings: $22,970,500

Career Earnings: $172,770,813

3. Harrison Barnes Restricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Golden State 11.7 ppg, 4.9 rpg He's putting up nice stats and winning every night. But with star potential, is he cool with a secondary role in Golden State?

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2015/16 Earnings: $3,873,398

Career Earnings: $12,645,278

4. Chandler Parsons Player Option / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Dallas 13.7 ppg, 4.7 rpg Has the athleticism and shooting skills to be a high-quality starter in the NBA for many years to come.

Agent: Dan Fegan

2015/16 Earnings: $15,361,500

Career Earnings: $32,726,250

5. Nicolas Batum Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Charlotte 14.9 ppg, 6.1 rpg, 5.8 apg The French swingman played the best basketball of his career with a big role in Charlotte. Really bounced back from his poor 2014-15 season.

Agent: Bouna Ndiaye

2015/16 Earnings: $11,860,750

Career Earnings: $51,658,025

6. Luol Deng Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Miami 12.3 ppg, 6.0 rpg His best basketball days are probably behind him, but still a safe choice at the small forward spot. Has been pretty effective at the four lately.

Agent: Herb Rudoy

2015/16 Earnings: $10,151,612

Career Earnings: $101,523,597

7. Evan Turner Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Boston 10.5 ppg, 4.9 rpg, 4.4 apg Long-range shooting is still an issue with him. If you can look past that, a pretty nice player.

Agent: Kevin Bradbury

2015/16 Earnings: $3,425,510

Career Earnings: $28,227,017

8. Kent Bazemore Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-5 / Team: Atlanta 11.6 ppg, 5.1 rpg The super athletic Bazemore took advantage of playing time in Atlanta and will be a coveted wing player in free agency.

Agent: Austin Walton

2015/16 Earnings: $2,000,000

Career Earnings: $5,262,476

9. Marvin Williams Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Charlotte 11.7 ppg, 6.4 rpg Combo forward that's going to give you 10 points, 5-6 rebounds and zero headaches.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2015/16 Earnings: $7,000,000

Career Earnings: $69,660,543

10. Jeff Green Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: LA Clippers 11.7 ppg, 4.2 rpg Better reputation than performance. With so much skill, you would expect him to accomplish more.

Agent: David Falk

2015/16 Earnings: $9,200,000

Career Earnings: $50,663,788

11. Allen Crabbe Restricted / Small Forward / 6-6 / Team: Portland 10.3 ppg, 2.7 rpg With Wesley Matthews and Nicolas Batum gone, he had to step up in Portland… and he did.

Agent: Sam Goldfeder

2015/16 Earnings: $947,276

Career Earnings: $2,634,276

12. Jonas Jerebko Team Option / Small Forward / 6-10 / Team: Boston 4.4 ppg, 3.7 rpg Energy player that could help a lot of teams if Boston doesn't want him.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2015/16 Earnings: $5,000,000

Career Earnings: $24,219,783

13. Joe Johnson Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Miami 12.2 ppg, 3.6 rpg, 3,9 apg Has expressed a willingness to finish his career with the Heat after leaving Brooklyn.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2015/16 Earnings: $22,309,344

Career Earnings: $198,647,490

14. Michael Beasley Team Option / Small Forward / 6-10 / Team: Houston 12.8 ppg, 4.9 rpg He's very good at getting buckets. Will not help an awful lot in other areas if the shots are not falling.

Agent:

2015/16 Earnings: $306,526

Career Earnings: $33,036,768

15. Matt Barnes Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Memphis 10.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg Ultra aggressive defender. One of the best rebounders at the small forward position. A bit of a head case.

Agent: Aaron Goodwin

2015/16 Earnings: $3,542,500

Career Earnings: $22,766,122

16. Gerald Green Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Miami 8.9 ppg, 2.4 rpg Kind of laying an egg in Miami this year following two strong seasons in Phoenix.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2015/16 Earnings: $1,362,897

Career Earnings: $17,275,853

17. Chase Budinger Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Indiana 4.1 ppg, 2.3 rpg Athletic swingman who will not be as coveted as the last time he hit free agency.

Agent: Kevin Bradbury

2015/16 Earnings: $5,258,082

Career Earnings: $17,977,968

18. Moe Harkless Restricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Portland 6.4 ppg, 3.6 rpg Comes off his most efficient season as a pro in Portland. Pretty good fit in Portland.

Agent: Happy Walters

2015/16 Earnings: $2,894,058

Career Earnings: $8,323,698

19. Wesley Johnson Player Option / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: LA Clippers 6.9 ppg, 3.1 rpg Has not lived up to expectations in the NBA, but did an adequate job at the forward spot for the Clippers this season.

Agent: Jeff Austin

2015/16 Earnings: $1,100,602

Career Earnings: $15,016,025

20. Lance Thomas Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: New York 8.2 ppg, 2.2 rpg Could be looking at a pay raise after two solid seasons in New York.

Agent: John Spencer

2015/16 Earnings: $1,636,842

Career Earnings: $4,015,558

21. Richard Jefferson Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Cleveland 5.5 ppg, 1.7 rpg Surprisingly productive and athletic at age 35 for the Cavaliers. Also a good veteran presence.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2015/16 Earnings: $1,499,187

Career Earnings: $109,554,991

22. Solomon Hill Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Indiana 4.2 ppg, 2.8 rpg The Pacers didn't pick up his contract option and had a weak start of the season. Improved over time and looked pretty good in the playoffs.

Agent: Chris Emens

2015/16 Earnings: $1,358,880

Career Earnings: $3,908,400

23. Alonzo Gee Player Option / Small Forward / 6-6 / Team: New Orleans 4.5 ppg, 3.4 rpg Strong wing player who doesn't produce much offensively. Jump shot is suspect.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2015/16 Earnings: $1,320,000

Career Earnings: $10,669,265

24. Dorell Wright Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Miami 4.6 ppg, 2.3 rpg Believe it or not, Dorell Wright is only 30. He should have a few productive years left. If not in the NBA, he knows money is good in China.

Agent: Greg Lawrence

2015/16 Earnings: $17,637

Career Earnings: $28,716,258

25. Tayshaun Prince Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Minnesota 2.9 ppg, 1.9 rpg Has no plans to put an end to a terrific NBA career. Could be a good mentor on a team with young players.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2015/16 Earnings: $1,499,187

Career Earnings: $81,675,782

26. James Ennis Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-6 / Team: New Orleans 7.2 ppg, 1.9 rpg The super athletic swingman played well for New Orleans late in the year and should get another NBA shot this season.

Agent: Scott Nichols

2015/16 Earnings: $944,477

Career Earnings: $1,451,813

27. Cleanthony Early Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: New York 1.8 ppg, 1.5 rpg Played few games this year after getting shot early in the season. Has everything to prove.

Agent: Doug Neustadt

2015/16 Earnings: $845,059

Career Earnings: $1,352,395

28. Mike Miller Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Denver 1.3 ppg, 1.1 rpg Don't be surprised if he returns to Denver on a player-coach role.

Agent: Dan Fegan

2015/16 Earnings: $4,354,127

Career Earnings: $86,821,973

29. PJ Hairston Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-6 / Team: Memphis 6.2 ppg, 2.6 rpg The Hornets passed on exercising his contract option, which doesn't bode well for his NBA future. May have some untapped potential, but has been largely inefficient when given minutes so far.

Agent: Juan Morrow

2015/16 Earnings: $1,201,440

Career Earnings: $2,351,160

30. Jordan Hamilton Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: New Orleans 11.4 ppg, 5.6 rpg, 2.3 apg Played in Europe, the D-League and the Pelicans last season. He averaged 11.4 ppg in 11 in New Orleans.

Agent: Ty Sullivan

2015/16 Earnings: $119,461

Career Earnings: $3,667,018

31. James Jones Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Cleveland 3.7 ppg, 1.0 rpg Absolutely beloved by teammates. Will have a job in the NBA next season even if it's not as a player.

Agent: Joel Bell

2015/16 Earnings: $1,499,187

Career Earnings: $24,284,163

32. Sergey Karasev Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: Brooklyn 2.4 ppg, 1.5 rpg Has been rumored to return to Europe following a disappointing three years in the NBA.

Agent: Andy Miller

2015/16 Earnings: $1,599,840

Career Earnings: $4,601,520

33. Damjan Rudez Team Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Minnesota 2.3 ppg, 0.6 rpg The Wolves didn't exercise his contract option. Europe bound?

Agent: Alex Saratsis

2015/16 Earnings: $1,149,500

Career Earnings: $2,249,500

34. Metta World Peace Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-7 / Team: LA Lakers 5.0 ppg, 2.5 rpg Doesn't look like the player formerly known as Ron Artest has anything left in the tank.

Agent: Marc Cornstein

2015/16 Earnings: $1,499,187

Career Earnings: $75,502,247

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