NBA Free Agency 2018: The top players

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

	1. Kevin Durant Player Option / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Golden State Warriors 26.3 ppg, 7.0 rbg, 5.2 apg
Still only 29 years old, Durant is just now entering his career peak. Will dominate for seasons to come.

Agent: Rich Kleiman

2017/18 Earnings: $25,000,000

Career Earnings: $132,183,333

	2. LeBron James Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Cleveland Cavaliers 27.2 ppg, 7.0 rpg, 8.2 apg
The best player in the game, James is showing little sign of slowing down even in his age-33 season.

Agent: Rich Paul

2017/18 Earnings: $33,285,709

Career Earnings: $200,607,292

	3. DeMarcus Cousins Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: New Orleans Pelicans 25.9 ppg, 12.4 rpg, 5.0 apg
The most dominant big man in the league who has improved his maturity. DeMarcus Cousins’ newfound consistency is helping take his game to the next level.

Agent: Dan Fegan

2017/18 Earnings: $18,063,850

Career Earnings: $62,648,136

	4. Paul George Player Option / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: Oklahoma City Thunder 20.7 ppg, 5.5 rpg, 3.1 apg
One of the league’s top two-way wings, Paul George does a bit of everything on the floor, including score at a very healthy rate.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2017/18 Earnings: $19,300,000

Career Earnings: $61,391,831

	5. Chris Paul Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-0 / Team: Houston Rockets 18.3 ppg, 9.3 apg
When healthy, Chris Paul is still arguably the top pure floor general in the game, with unmatched court vision and underrated scoring chops.

Agent: Leon Rose

2017/18 Earnings: $24,268,959

Career Earnings: $162,527,669

	6. Isaiah Thomas Unrestricted / Point Guard / 5-9 / Team: Cleveland Cavaliers 15.0 ppg, 3.3 apg
The diminutive point guard put up one of the most efficient high-scoring seasons ever in 2016-17. How he adapts to playing alongside LeBron James will help decide the size of his next contract.

Agent: Aaron Goodwin

2017/18 Earnings: $6,261,394

Career Earnings: $23,914,451

	7. DeAndre Jordan Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 11.9 ppg, 15.1 rpg
One of the NBA’s best rebounders, DeAndre Jordan can make any defense elite merely with his presence down low.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2017/18 Earnings: $22,642,350

Career Earnings: $84,067,825

	8. Aaron Gordon Restricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Orlando Magic 18.9 ppg, 7.9 rpg
Aaron Gordon is finally realizing his full potential now that he’s playing power forward, as well as knocking down the three ball more accurately.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $5,504,419

Career Earnings: $12,515,040

	9. Clint Capela Restricted / Center / 6-10 / Team: Houston Rockets 14.2 ppg, 11.1 rpg
Clint Capela has become one of the most efficient players in the NBA. He understands his limitations and plays to his strengths extremely well.

Agent: Jason Ranne

2017/18 Earnings: $2,334,528

Career Earnings: $3,728,160

	10. Jabari Parker Restricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Milwaukee Bucks –
He can get buckets with the best of them, but will his knees ever be fully healthy?

Agent: Charles Tucker

2017/18 Earnings: $6,782,392

Career Earnings: $15,457,320

	11. Carmelo Anthony Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Oklahoma City Thunder 17.6 ppg, 5.8 rpg
Still one of the league’s top basket-getters, Carmelo Anthony’s scoring prowess will allow him to age gracefully and be effective for years to come.

Agent: Leon Rose

2017/18 Earnings: $26,243,760

Career Earnings: $201,120,659

	12. Avery Bradley Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-2 / Team: Detroit Pistons 15.4 ppg, 2.4 rpg
One of the top available shooting guards on the open market, Avery Bradley is a prototypical 3-and-D role player – with a bit of extra scoring ability to boot.

Agent: Brandon Rosenthal

2017/18 Earnings: $8,808,989

Career Earnings: $29,978,423

	13. Nikola Mirotic Team Option / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: Chicago Bulls 17.4 ppg, 7.0 rpg
Floor-spacing power forward with quick feet defensively who has found new confidence this season, which has allowed him to begin reaching his full potential.

Agent: Dan Fegan

2017/18 Earnings: $12,500,000

Career Earnings: $16,631,175

	14. Zach LaVine Restricted / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Chicago Bulls –
An athletic specimen who found his niche playing off the ball, Zach LaVine’s recovery from a torn ACL will determine the size of his next contract.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $3,202,217

Career Earnings: $6,445,080

	15. Enes Kanter Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: New York Knicks 13.4 ppg, 10.1 rpg
Excellent rebounder and finisher near the rim. His defensive shortcomings prevent him from making a bigger impact.

Agent: Max Ergul

2017/18 Earnings: $17,884,176

Career Earnings: $51,648,935

	16. Derrick Favors Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: Utah Jazz 12.5 ppg, 6.8 rpg
An experienced power forward with a respectable face-up game.

Agent: Wallace Prather

2017/18 Earnings: $12,000,000

Career Earnings: $54,471,159

	17. Dwyane Wade Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Cleveland 11.3 ppg, 3.8 apg
An aging-but-still-productive two-guard, Dwyane Wade has re-invented himself as an exceptional bench player.

Agent: Henry Thomas

2017/18 Earnings: $17,878,652

Career Earnings: $176,115,934

	18. Tyreke Evans Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Utah Jazz 19.9 ppg, 4.6 apg
An athletic combo guard enjoying a career season, Tyreke Evans’ newfound three-point shooting will make him awfully enticing on the open market this summer.

Agent: Darren ‘Mats’ Matsubara

2017/18 Earnings: $3,290,000

Career Earnings: $63,831,924

	19. Brook Lopez Unrestricted / Center / 7-0 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 12.7 ppg, 4.1 rpg
A seven-footer with serious range, Brook Lopez can space the floor quite well for a player of his size.

Agent: Darren ‘Mats’ Matsubara

2017/18 Earnings: $22,642,350

Career Earnings: $94,781,137

	20. Julius Randle Restricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 13.4 ppg, 7.0 rpg
A talented big man with still-untapped potential, Julius Randle is finally starting to find his place in the league.

Agent: George Bass

2017/18 Earnings: $4,149,242

Career Earnings: $9,396,720

	21. Rodney Hood Restricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Utah Jazz 16.5 ppg, 1.8 rpg
An athletic wing who has improved his consistency as a sixth man. Averaging career marks in multiple categories.

Agent: Travis King

2017/18 Earnings: $2,386,864

Career Earnings: $4,045,320

	22. Marcus Smart Restricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Boston Celtics 9.9 ppg, 4.8 apg
Likely the best defensive guard in the NBA, Marcus Smart can aptly guard positions one through four. His outstanding defense makes up for his struggles as a scorer.

Agent: Happy Walters

2017/18 Earnings: $4,538,019

Career Earnings: $10,293,240

	23. Louis Williams Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-1 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 22.9 ppg, 4.9 apg
An uber-confident point-scorer, Lou Williams has been one of the league’s most efficient players for years. Still going strong at age 31.

Agent: Wallace Prather

2017/18 Earnings: $7,000,000

Career Earnings: $50,198,368

	24. Greg Monroe Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Phoenix Suns 10.3 ppg, 7.5 rpg
A beast in the low post with strong rebounding chops. Can still get buckets off the bench.

Agent: David Falk

2017/18 Earnings: $17,884,176

Career Earnings: $51,556,454

	25. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Los Angeles Lakers 13.4 ppg, 4.9 rpg
A solid 3-and-D role player, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope would be a great complementary piece on any team.

Agent: Rich Paul

2017/18 Earnings: $17,745,894

Career Earnings: $11,995,639

	26. Rudy Gay Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: San Antonio Spurs 11.5 ppg, 5.2 rpg
Recovered nicely from his Achilles injury. Can still be a serviceable scorer off the bench.

Agent: Roger Montgomery

2017/18 Earnings: $8,406,000

Career Earnings: $115,619,870

	27. Trevor Ariza Unrestricted / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Houston Rockets 12.1 ppg, 4.8 rpg
A threat from beyond the arc and a defensive ace, Trevor Ariza remains an excellent role player.

Agent: Steve Heumann

2017/18 Earnings: $7,400,000

Career Earnings: $67,574,565

	28. Jusuf Nurkic Restricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Portland Trail Blazers 14.6 ppg, 8.0 rpg
A bruising center with some passing chops, Jusuf Nurkic greatly improved his play as a member of the Blazers.

Agent: Aylton Tesch

2017/18 Earnings: $2,947,304

Career Earnings: $5,526,000

	29. Elfrid Payton Restricted / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: Orlando Magic 12.5 ppg, 6.5 apg
An athletic lead guard without a three-point shot. Has elite defensive potential.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2017/18 Earnings: $3,332,340

Career Earnings: $7,517,160

	30. Thaddeus Young Player Option / Power Forward / 6-8 / Team: Indiana Pacers 11.7 ppg, 5.9 rpg
A quick power forward who can score effectively even if not much of a three-point shooter.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2017/18 Earnings: $12,921,348

Career Earnings: $67,014,175

	31. Kyle Anderson Restricted / Small Forward / 6-9 / Team: San Antonio Spurs 8.2 ppg, 5.9 rpg
A wing with great size who can play some small-ball power forward, as well as distribute at an above-average rate.

Agent: Thaddeus Foucher

2017/18 Earnings: $2,151,704

Career Earnings: $3,428,639

	32. Will Barton Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Denver Nuggets 14.5 ppg, 4.0 apg
One of the most consistent bench scorers in the league. Would provide a boost to anyone’s reserve unit.

Agent: Aaron Goodwin

2017/18 Earnings: $3,533,333

Career Earnings: $9,320,781

	33. Tony Parker Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-2 / Team: San Antonio Spurs 8.6 ppg, 4.1 apg
An aging point guard with dwindling athleticism and injury concerns, Tony Parker could still be productive as a reserve.

Agent: Steve Heumann

2017/18 Earnings: $15,453,126

Career Earnings: $145,390,310

	34. Austin Rivers Player Option / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Los Angeles Clippers 15.8 ppg, 3.6 apg
A streaky scorer but underrated defender, Austin Rivers is having a career season in 2017-18.

Agent: Andy Miller

2017/18 Earnings: $11,825,000

Career Earnings: $21,117,240

	35. JJ Redick Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 17.3 ppg, 3.4 apg
One of the league’s top three-point shooters with loads of playoff experience.

Agent: Aaron Mintz

2017/18 Earnings: $23,000,000

Career Earnings: $55,516,715

	36. Wesley Matthews Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-5 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 12.2 ppg, 3.2 rpg
A more-than-serviceable role player, Wesley Matthews knocks down threes and defends at a high level.

Agent: Jeff Austin

2017/18 Earnings: $17,884,175

Career Earnings: $65,562,470

	37. Dirk Nowitzki Team Option / Power Forward / 7-0 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 12.5 ppg, 5.5 rpg
A future Hall of Famer who can still score at a somewhat efficient level, despite his advanced age.

Agent: Holger Geschwindner

2017/18 Earnings: $5,000,000

Career Earnings: $241,646,362

	38. Luc Richard Mbah a Moute Unrestricted / Power Forward / 0-0 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 6.8 ppg, 3.4 rpg
An above-average three-point shooter with the ability to defend multiple positions, Luc Richard Mbah a Moute has proven time and time again to be an exceptional role player.

Agent: Chris Patrick

2017/18 Earnings: $1,577,230

Career Earnings: $25,811,485

	39. Wilson Chandler Player Option / Small Forward / 6-8 / Team: Denver Nuggets 9.7 ppg, 5.4 rpg
A decent scorer, Wilson Chandler can still help teams in a more limited role.

Agent: Jeff Schwartz

2017/18 Earnings: $12,016,854

Career Earnings: $50,806,358

	40. Danny Green Player Option / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: San Antonio Spurs 8.6 ppg, 3.6 rpg
Would fit nicely on any team. Excellent 3-and-D shooting guard with championship experience.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $10,000,000

Career Earnings: $32,607,624

	41. Jeremy Lin Player Option / Point Guard / 6-3 / Team: Brooklyn Nets –
A productive point guard with major injury concerns, how he heals from his latest setback will ultimately determine his worth as a player.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2017/18 Earnings: $12,000,000

Career Earnings: $39,981,991

	42. Jeff Green Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-9 / Team: Cleveland Cavaliers 11.0 ppg, 3.4 rpg
Even on the wrong side of 30, Jeff Green can still run the floor with the best of them, as well as clean up on the offensive glass.

Agent: Roger Montgomery

2017/18 Earnings: $2,116,955

Career Earnings: $73,170,969

	43. Patrick McCaw Restricted / Shooting Guard / 6-6 / Team: Golden State Warriors 4.0 ppg, 1.5 apg
A young, athletic guard who can fill multiple positions as well as defend at a high level. Understandably hasn’t gotten much playing time on a stacked Warriors team.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $1,312,611

Career Earnings: $543,471

	44. Rajon Rondo Unrestricted / Point Guard / 6-1 / Team: New Orleans Pelicans 7.7 ppg, 8.1 apg
A true floor general with championship experience, Rajon Rondo can still dish out assists with the best of them.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $6,300,000

Career Earnings: $84,282,884

	45. Dewayne Dedmon Player Option / Center / 6-11 / Team: Atlanta Hawks 10.7 ppg, 7.6 rpg
An athletic big man who can block shots, finish near the rim and who has recently extended his range to the three-point line.

Agent: Michael Silverman

2017/18 Earnings: $6,000,000

Career Earnings: $4,661,760

	46. Nerlens Noel Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Dallas Mavericks 4.0 ppg, 4.1 rpg
Mobile center with upside and serious defensive ability. Though he hasn’t been a good fit with the Dallas Mavericks, his potential could still make him attractive to teams on the open market.

Agent: Rich Paul

2017/18 Earnings: $4,187,599

Career Earnings: $14,329,730

	47. Seth Curry Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-2 / Team: Dallas Mavericks –
An effective scorer and underrated defender who can aptly play either backcourt position.

Agent: Jeff Austin

2017/18 Earnings: $3,028,410

Career Earnings: $4,190,389

	48. Wayne Ellington Unrestricted / Shooting Guard / 6-4 / Team: Utah Jazz 10.7 ppg, 2.8 rpg
A scorcher from beyond the arc, Wayne Ellington has taken his game to new heights over the past two seasons, proving that you can even run your second-unit offense around him.

Agent: Jim Tanner

2017/18 Earnings: $6,270,000

Career Earnings: $25,227,827

	49. Ersan Ilyasova Unrestricted / Power Forward / 6-10 / Team: Boston Celtics 11.2 ppg, 5.9 rpg
A veteran floor-spacing power forward who would fit nicely in any offensive scheme.

Agent: Mark Bartelstein

2017/18 Earnings: $6,000,000

Career Earnings: $67,753,372

	50. Jahlil Okafor Unrestricted / Center / 6-11 / Team: Philadelphia 76ers 5.1 ppg, 3.6 rpg
Would have been the perfect 1990s back-to-the-basket big man. Now, his lack of shooting and foot speed defensively greatly hamper his effectiveness.

Agent: Bill Duffy

2017/18 Earnings: $4,995,120

Career Earnings: $9,371,520

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