George will become a free agent for the first time since 2018
Golden State pursued Paul George via trade
James has not moved in free agency since 2018
Phoenix is projected to pay roughly $526 million for its roster during the 2025-26 season
LeBron James is reportedly willing to leave money on the table
Two former stars are facing uncertain futures
Markkanen is owed $18 million for the last year of his deal
These teams still have work to do
Russell is widely expected to be a trade candidate for the Lakers this offseason
The Lakers still have work to do
The 2024 NBA Draft is complete, and there were a number of trades along the way
Bronny and LeBron will become the first father-son duo in NBA history when the elder James re-signs with the Lakers
James is seemingly trying to get to a specific team
Durant is Phoenix's best shot at retooling this roster
The Spurs traded Dillingham to Minnesota for a 2031 pick and a 2030 swap
Sam Quinn joined CBS sports as a basketball writer in 2019. Prior to that, he wrote for 247Sports and Bleacher Report. He is a New York native and NYU graduate who also has roots in Florida and California.