NBA Trades and Free Agent Tracker for 2016-17 Season: James hasn't Re-signed yet, Andersen to Cavs
The 2016 NBA Free Agency shook up the league in incredible ways; sending many NBA stars to other teams, making strong teams stronger, while other teams struggle to keep up. The whole debacle will likely lead to a lockout, but for now, let's continue to observe the impact this year's free agency has on how NBA season 2016-17 will turn out.
Here are the latest free agency and trade updates in the NBA.
1. LeBron James not in a hurry to sign with Cavaliers
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According to Chris B. Haynes of Cleveland.com, LeBron has not yet informed the Cavaliers about when he will re-sign.
Fans and the Cavaliers organization remain positive that LeBron James will re-sign, since he has promised upon coming back to Cleveland that he will bring multiple titles to the city who's not really known for winning championships in any major sports event in the country.
Having said that, some fans are a little bit concerned, especially when James said to Howard Beck that he would accept a smaller contract if he could play alongside his "brothers" Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul and Carmelo Anthony before his retirement.
J.R. Smith hasn't signed with the Cavs, too, but Smith's situation is unrelated to James.
2. Chris Andersen signs with Cavaliers
Chris Andersen has agreed to sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers for a one-year deal. Cavs center Sasha Kaun was traded along with cash to the Sixers to make some room for Andersen.
The Birdman reunites with LeBron James, who was his teammate in the championship team Miami Heat. Andersen played some of his best and most memorable games with that team. But Father Time has probably caught up with Andersen now. At 38 years old, he is no longer as athletic. Nevertheless, the Cavs need an extra big man with Mozgov's exit.
The 14-year veteran center and power forward averaged 4.6 points, 4.5 rebounds and 0.5 assists per game with Memphis last season. He played for 2 different NBA teams last season; first with Miami then with the Grizzlies.
3. Undrafted Danuel House goes to the Wizards
Danuel House, an undrafted rookie from Texas A&M, signs a partially guaranteed 2-year deal with the Washington Wizards.
House's spot on the Wizards roster is not yet final, but he surely captivated Washington with his performance in the summer league. In particular, he helped erase a 17-point deficit against the Atlanta Hawks with 2 clutch three point shots.
According to Sidney Lowe, Wizards assistant coach, House "can play in the league. He shoots the ball. He puts it on the floor for his size. He's actually at a good size because of the way the game is today with people playing with stretch fours."
Wizards star John Wall even endorsed Danuel House, which flattered the latter. House said, "It's a pleasure. It's an honor," and adds that he will do his best to help the organization if he is given the chance.
