From former MVPs and NBA champions to proven All-Stars, several big names remain unsigned despite training camp fast approaching.<\/p>\n
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Here\u2019s the latest on the biggest names still available, where they could land, and what\u2019s holding up their decisions in the latest NBA Free Agency Update.<\/p>\n
LEBRON JAMES | SF | AGE 41<\/p>\n
The wait continues for the NBA\u2019s biggest free agency domino, with LeBron James yet to reveal where he\u2019ll chase a fifth championship.<\/p>\n
League-wide expectation remains that the four-time MVP will ultimately choose between the Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers and Golden State Warriors, although no franchise has emerged as a clear frontrunner.<\/p>\n
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NBL LATEST: Wildcats strengthen championship ambitions<\/a><\/p>\n LEBRON JAMES LATEST: \u2018Irritated\u2019 LeBron\u2019s clap back at NBA boss<\/a><\/p>\n LeBron James. Photo: Getty ImagesSource: Supplied<\/p>\n James was reportedly close to deciding last week before opting to wait, with rival executives believing he\u2019s monitoring potential roster moves that could strengthen his preferred destination.<\/p>\n The objective remains unchanged: maximise his chances of winning one final NBA title before bringing the curtain down on one of basketball\u2019s greatest careers.<\/p>\n 2025-26 AVERAGES: 20.9 PPG | 6.1 RPG | 7.2 APG | 51.5% FG<\/p>\n POTENTIAL LANDING SPOTS: Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors<\/p>\n RUSSELL WESTBROOK | PG | AGE 37<\/p>\n Russell Westbrook\u2019s remarkable NBA journey has taken plenty of twists since his MVP season in 2017, but the nine-time All-Star is once again searching for his next opportunity.<\/p>\n After difficult spells with the Lakers, Clippers and Nuggets, Westbrook rediscovered solid form with the Sacramento Kings last season. <\/p>\n Despite that, Sacramento is reportedly not expected to bring the veteran point guard back<\/a>, leaving him among the biggest names still available.<\/p>\n DENVER, COLORADO – APRIL 29: Russell Westbrook is without a team #4Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n Much of Westbrook\u2019s market could hinge on where LeBron James lands, with the Miami Heat viewed as a potential destination if they miss out on the four-time MVP.<\/p>\n The Washington Wizards have also been linked with a reunion, where Westbrook enjoyed one of the most productive seasons of his career in 2020-21, averaging 22.2 points, 11.5 rebounds and 11.7 assists while once again averaging a triple-double.<\/p>\n 2025-26 AVERAGES: 15.2 PPG | 5.4 RPG | 6.7 APG | 42.7% FG<\/p>\n POTENTIAL LANDING SPOTS: Miami Heat, Washington Wizards<\/p>\n JAMES HARDEN | PG\/SG | AGE 36<\/p>\n James Harden has made his intentions crystal clear this offseason \u2013 he wants to team up with LeBron James in Cleveland.<\/p>\n The 2018 NBA MVP declined his $42.3 million player option for the 2026-27 season to negotiate a new deal with the Cavaliers, a move designed to give the franchise greater flexibility as it pursues James.<\/p>\n Speaking to ESPN Cleveland<\/a>, Harden admitted the prospect of forming a superstar trio alongside LeBron James and Donovan Mitchell is exactly what he\u2019s hoping for.<\/p>\n Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden hopes to link up with LeBronSource: AP<\/p>\n \u201cThat\u2019s the goal, that\u2019s the plan… hopefully we see it in the next few days.\u201d<\/p>\n If the Cavaliers fail to land James, league expectation is that Harden will still re-sign in Cleveland as he continues his pursuit of the elusive NBA championship that has escaped him throughout his decorated career.<\/p>\n 2025-26 AVERAGES: 23.6 PPG | 4.8 RPG | 8.0 APG | 43.4% FG<\/p>\n POTENTIAL LANDING SPOTS: Cleveland Cavaliers<\/p>\n DEMAR DEROZAN | SF | AGE 36<\/p>\n DeMar DeRozan\u2019s free agency remains on hold, with the veteran scorer one of several players waiting for the LeBron James domino to fall before the market truly opens up.<\/p>\n The Miami Heat and Detroit Pistons continue to be the strongest links for the six-time NBA All-Star, with NBA insider Marc Stein<\/a> reporting that Detroit is actively evaluating a move for the veteran forward.<\/p>\n A move to the Pistons would add proven leadership and one of the league\u2019s most reliable mid-range scorers to an emerging young core, providing valuable experience and offensive firepower.<\/p>\n FILE – San Antonio Spurs forward DeMar DeRozan (10) in the first half of an NBA basketball game, April 9, 2021, in Denver. (AP Photo\/David Zalubowski, File)Source: AP<\/p>\n There has also been growing speculation about a fairytale return to the Toronto Raptors, although reports suggest any reunion could hinge on the outcome of the ongoing Kawhi Leonard situation.<\/p>\n 2025-26 AVERAGES: 18.4 PPG | 2.9 RPG | 4.1 APG | 49.7% FG<\/p>\n POTENTIAL LANDING SPOTS: Detroit Pistons, Miami Heat, Toronto Raptors<\/p>\n DRAYMOND GREEN | PF | AGE 36<\/p>\n Draymond Green\u2019s free agency has never been about leaving Golden State, it has been about giving the Warriors every opportunity to reload around Stephen Curry.<\/p>\n The four-time NBA champion declined his $27.7 million ($40m AUD) player option to provide the Warriors with greater financial flexibility as they explored blockbuster pursuits of LeBron James and Anthony Davis.<\/p>\n SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MAY 10: Draymond Green.Source: Getty Images<\/p>\n While neither move has eventuated, NBA insider Anthony Slater<\/a> reports Golden State is expected to reward Green with the long-term deal he has been seeking if the Warriors are unable to land James.<\/p>\n A cornerstone of the Warriors dynasty since being selected with the 35th pick in the 2012 NBA Draft, Green appears destined to remain in the Bay Area as he continues chasing another championship alongside Curry.<\/p>\n 2025-26 AVERAGES: 8.4 PPG | 5.5 RPG | 5.5 APG | 41.8% FG<\/p>\n POTENTIAL LANDING SPOTS: Golden State Warriors<\/p>\n BRADLEY BEAL | SG | AGE 33<\/p>\n Bradley Beal is once again one of the more intriguing names on the free-agent market after declining his $5.6 million player option with the Los Angeles Clippers.<\/p>\n The three-time NBA All-Star has been linked with both the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat, as contenders look to add proven scoring depth ahead of the new season.<\/p>\n