2017 NBA free agency is nearly upon us. These 10 bold predictions should help these next couple of days pass quickly before the madness ensues.
It’s almost that time of the year. The time when the offseason craziness officially tips off in the NBA. Yes, that’s right — 2017 NBA free agency is almost here!
More than seasons past, it’s looking like there could be some significant movement this offseason. A number of big-name free agents are expected to at least test the market, with some seeming likely to seek out a change of scenery. Either way, it’s sure to be an exciting first few days of free agency.
Unfortunately, it’s not here quite yet. That’s why I’ve decided to put together a few “bold” predictions to keep things interesting while we wade through all of the rumors. The days leading up to July 1 will certainly offer us a lot of possibilities, but I wanted to take it a step further by looking at some unlikely but intriguing scenarios.
Just remember that these are bold predictions–they’re meant to push the limits of logic. There are a few in the mix that stand a decent chance of happening, but most offer long odds at best. It’s in your best interest to take them for what they are — brazen looks at how things could hypothetically play out when free agency begins.
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With that out of the way, let’s dive right in. So here are my 10 bold predictions for 2017 NBA free agency, with the emphasis on big names making moves and some of the league’s most popular teams failing to make their presence felt.