2017 NBA Free Agency: 5 Superstars Most Likely to Swap Teams

2017 NBA Free Agency: 5 Superstars Most Likely To Swap Teams

Mar 8, 2017; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) reacts to missing a basket in the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. The Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Clippers 107-91. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports /

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4. Dwyane Wade, SG, Chicago Bulls

Dwyane Wade’s first year back in the Windy City did not go as planned. Although the Bulls aren’t currently in the playoffs, the entire 2016-17 season was characterized by chemistry issues and inner turmoil. Is that really the situation Wade wants to be in as his illustrious career winds down?

I don’t think so.

Luckily for him, there should still be plenty of options if he hits the open market this offseason. Chances are he’ll decline his player option in hopes of striking one more massive deal. When that happens, I’m guessing several teams will be looking to him as the final piece to a contending puzzle. That’ll make staying in his hometown of Chicago a difficult option to select.

Maybe the Cleveland Cavaliers find some cap space to reunite him with LeBron James? Or maybe the Boston Celtics promise him a ring if he takes his talents to the Northeast? Who knows what lies ahead for Wade–I’m sure it’ll be an interesting offseason for him regardless.

When it all comes down to it, I wouldn’t be surprised to see Wade end his time with the Bulls early. I’m sure it was great playing where he grew up, but it’s a volatile situation that likely won’t end well. Chicago may unload Jimmy Butler this offseason and watch Wade walk away after one disappointing year. That is, unless they keep this playoff momentum rolling….