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NBA Free Agency: Top 10 NBA Free Agents Who Signed on Monday

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10) C Clint Capela, Atlanta Hawks -> Houston Rockets
Entering free agency, it was doubtful for Clint Capela to return to ATL, but a fit with the Houston Rockets wasn't exactly looked at as a realistic landing spot, considering Houston's depth in the frontcourt already. However, the Rockets inked the big man to a contract after completing a sign-and-trade with the Atlanta Hawks. Capela arguably put together his best years of his career in Houston before landing with the Hawks, and now has a chance to return to the place where his NBA career started.

Deal: Three-Year, $21.5 Million
1) C Brook Lopez, Milwaukee Bucks -> LA Clippers
Brook Lopez seemed destined to leave Milwaukee heading into the offseason following another disappointing outcome for the Bucks. At 37, the big man is still a very reliable defender, and what he offers as a rebounder and floor spacer makes him a very coveted piece. Returning to his roots in California, the Stanford product finds a home in the Western Conference with the LA Clippers.

Deal: Two-Year, $18 Million

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2) G Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Minnesota Timberwolves -> Atlanta Hawks
Nickeil Alexander-Walker was one of the most coveted free agents available entering the offseason. After a solid season with the Minnesota Timberwolves, showcasing his impact in a winning environment with an increased role, teams were eager to make him an offer when free agency opened. The Atlanta Hawks managed to strike a deal and bring Alexander-Walker to Atlanta through a sign-and-trade agreement.

Deal: Four-Year, $62 Million
3) F Dorian Finney-Smith, Los Angeles Lakers -> Houston Rockets
Dorian Finney-Smith declined his player option to return to the Los Angeles Lakers and entered free agency becoming one of the more intriguing players available. Ime Udoka and the Houston Rockets jumped at the opportunity to land one of the best 3-and-D players on the market landing Finney-Smith on a four-year deal.

Deal: Four-Year, $53 Million
4) G Jordan Clarkson, Utah Jazz -> New York Knicks
Jordan Clarkson was a surprise addition to the free agency class after agreeing to a contract buyout with the Utah Jazz. The 33-year-old guard is still playing at a high level, averaging 16.2 points and 3.7 assists this past season as a spark plug scorer off the bench for Will Hardy. Now, he takes those talents to the New York Knicks, where he'll have the chance to contend in the Eastern Conference and provide much-needed bench depth for the veteran minimum when he clears waivers.

Deal: Expected Veteran Minimum
5) F Caris LeVert, Atlanta Hawks -> Detroit Pistons
Caris LeVert signing with the Detroit Pistons was one of the bigger surprises through the start of free agency on Day 1. However, when the news broke about Malik Beasley's gambling troubles, Detroit quickly pivoted to LeVert who will provide them depth and scoring off the bench heading into next season.

Deal: Two-Year, $29 Million
6) G Luke Kennard, Memphis Grizzlies -> Atlanta Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks seem serious about making a run next season, with the Eastern Conference wide open, and they've proved it with multiple aggressive moves already. Shortly after signing Alexander-Walker, Atlanta turned their attention to sharpshooter Luke Kennard and inked him to a deal to help bolster the team's depth heading into next season.

Deal: One-Year, $11 Million

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7) G D’Angelo Russell, Brooklyn Nets -> Dallas Mavericks
D'Angelo Russell's career hasn't exactly panned out like many thought it would when he entered the league as the No. 2 overall pick. The Ohio State product has put together solid seasons, but he's yet to find a landing spot where he can stick around and be a long-term option. However, he still offers a diverse skill set that many contending teams were interested in, which landed him a spot with the Dallas Mavericks. He'll play a pivotal role in the backcourt until Kyrie Irving returns from injury.

Deal: Two-Year, $13 Million
8) G Ty Jerome, Cleveland Cavaliers -> Memphis Grizzlies
Ty Jerome put together a breakout season this past year for the Cleveland Cavaliers, averaging 12.5 points, 3.4 assists, and 2.5 rebounds as one of the top bench players in the league. Many had Jerome winning the Sixth Man of the Year race, but after falling short, free agency was the next opportunity for him to prove his worth. Quickly, Jerome seemed like a long shot to return to Cleveland with the contract he expected, and he now lands with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Deal: Three-Year, $28 Million
9) F Bruce Brown Jr., New Orleans Pelicans -> Denver Nuggets
Bruce Brown Jr. earned himself a huge payday after his key role for the Denver Nuggets during their championship run in 2023. However, he found himself realizing the grass isn't always greener on the other side after bouncing around the league over the last few seasons. Hoping to rejuvenate his career, Brown heads back to the Nuggets.

Deal: Expected Veteran Minimum
10) C Clint Capela, Atlanta Hawks -> Houston Rockets
Entering free agency, it was doubtful for Clint Capela to return to ATL, but a fit with the Houston Rockets wasn't exactly looked at as a realistic landing spot, considering Houston's depth in the frontcourt already. However, the Rockets inked the big man to a contract after completing a sign-and-trade with the Atlanta Hawks. Capela arguably put together his best years of his career in Houston before landing with the Hawks, and now has a chance to return to the place where his NBA career started.

Deal: Three-Year, $21.5 Million
1) C Brook Lopez, Milwaukee Bucks -> LA Clippers
Brook Lopez seemed destined to leave Milwaukee heading into the offseason following another disappointing outcome for the Bucks. At 37, the big man is still a very reliable defender, and what he offers as a rebounder and floor spacer makes him a very coveted piece. Returning to his roots in California, the Stanford product finds a home in the Western Conference with the LA Clippers.

Deal: Two-Year, $18 Million

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