LeBron James agreed to a two-year contract with the Philadelphia 76ers worth $8 million. Friday’s transaction completely rewrote the Ranking Top 2026 NBA Free Agents Still Available. So Bleacher Report published a video tracker of the remaining athletes. Across the league, front offices frantically adjust the salary caps they budgeted for.
Major money already left the open market. Out in Los Angeles, Austin Reaves secured a Lakers deal worth $184.8 million over four years. And Trae Young signed a Washington Wizards contract worth $212 million. Walker Kessler joined the Lakers in a sign-and-trade agreement with the Utah Jazz—a transaction resulting in a $130 million payday. Mitchell Robinson departed the New York Knicks. He accepted a $47.4 million contract with the Boston Celtics. More than 30 athletes agreed to terms in the first hours of free agency.
Jalen Duren headlines the restricted class. During the 2025/26 season, the center earned his initial All-Star appearance—a campaign where he finished second in Most Improved Player voting. Duren remains in active negotiations with the Detroit Pistons.
Veteran guards control the secondary market. James Harden declined his player option, and Draymond Green also rejected his contract extension. Insiders expect Harden to return to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Green will likely re-sign with the Golden State Warriors. Both veterans provide the playoff experience contending rosters are looking for.
Recent Free Agency Signings
- Tari Eason: Signed a contract with the Houston Rockets worth $81.5 million.
- Quentin Grimes: Agreed to a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers worth $60 million.
- John Collins: Joined the Detroit Pistons on a $51 million deal.
- Norman Powell: Signed a contract with the Chicago Bulls worth $45 million.
- Tobias Harris: Accepted a $31 million contract with the San Antonio Spurs.
Philadelphia 76ers Build League’s Top Roster
LeBron James changed franchises for the fourth time in his career. The 76ers now feature a starting five of Tyrese Maxey, Jaylen Brown, LeBron James, and Joel Embiid—a unit analysts consider the top roster in the NBA. Philadelphia also added Anfernee Simons on a $12.3 million deal. But they aren’t finished yet.