5 best remaining NBA free agents on the market in 2021
2. J.J. Redick
Speaking of veterans, J.J. Redick is the oldest man on this list, but that’s no issue because at 37, he’s still a sharp-shooter who could help a team chase a title.
When you sign Redick, you know what you’re getting. He can come off the bench and drop in 3s. His scoring took a slight dip in 2020-21 and he never really got to show his stuff with the Dallas Mavericks. However, even his 37.1 percent hit rate in a “down year” would be worth bringing him in. He shot 45.3 percent from 3-point range in 2019-20 and should be capable of hitting close to that mark again.
Like Millsap, he brings a serious playoff resume with him. The 2019-20 season was the first time since 2007 he didn’t feature in the postseason. He could have been a factor for the Mavericks in their tight series against the LA Clippers if not for an Achilles injury.
If he wants to keep playing, Redick should find a home with any team looking for scoring off the bench and a veteran presence with playoff experience.