Ranking the 5 best available NBA free agent shooting guards in 2023

Apr 22, 2023; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Philadelphia 76ers guard James Harden (1) dribbles up court against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter of game four of the 2023 NBA playoffs at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

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Apr 2, 2023; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Josh Hart (3) reacts during the second half against the Washington Wizards at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports /

Best available NBA free agent shooting guards: 4. Josh Hart

Josh Hart was not expected to be one of the top free agents of his class going into the season. His fit with the New York Knicks and his strong defensive performance against the Cavs in the first round has heavily increased his value on the open market. It is widely expected that Hart will give New York first bidding when it comes to free agency.

Given recent reports and the fit he had in New York with his former college teammate, Jalen Brunson, New York is a heavy favorite to re-sign him. Still, Hart will likely opt out, explore free agency and seek a long-term deal. This could get very pricey and the Knicks could be priced out, even if both sides would prefer to run it back.

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