This season’s NBA free-agent class is loaded with talent, especially at the small forward position. Here are the five best available.
During this offseason, there is a lot of talent available that could change the landscape of the league. A team’s title chances could be blown up if one of their key pieces doesn’t stay with them long-term, or vault into contention with the right addition. At the small forward position, there is plenty of talent in free agency for teams to try and make that key upgrade.
Best available NBA free agent small forwards: 5. Dillon Brooks
Dillion Brooks had a very messy exit with the Grizzlies. His value will dip after his disastrous playoff run and subsequent dismissal from Memphis. Still, someone will value his play enough to make an offer even if he doesn’t get the $20 million per season he reportedly wants. If he speaks out of turn during his free agency, he could end up overseas but his defensive play with the Grizzlies was very good this season to not put on this list.
Best available NBA free agent small forwards: 4. Cam Johnson
Cam Johnson is a very good young player who has established himself as a solid 3-and-D wing. Johnson played very well during his time in Brooklyn after being traded from Phoenix and he’s one of the most reliable contributors available in this key role every team needs.
The Nets will likely try to match any offer that they get for Johnson due to the fact that they traded the best quite possibly the best player in the world. The Nets are looking to make the playoff at the very least this upcoming season. Keeping Johnson will be a part of doing that.
The only real shot that a team could do to get Johnson away from the Nets is to offer a near-max contract to get the Nets to not match the contract.