The NBA draft is still one week away, but the offseason is already in full swing, and that means free agency. Watch out for these leading potential movers and shakers:
Phoenix » Should Shaquille O’Neal leave the Suns, he could fundamentally alter the NBA’s balance of power, in either the Eastern or Western Conference, despite being 37 years old. Should Amare Stoudemire leave, the balance most greatly affected would be in Phoenix.
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Detroit » Armed with salary cap space, the Pistons have been mentioned as frontrunners to land opt-out king Carlos Boozer or Ben Gordon. Joe Dumars‘ second rebuilding job could materialize quickly.
Orlando » The magic might literally disappear from the Magic if Hedo Terkoglu doesn’t get a new longterm deal. The Eastern Conference champions’ history of not paying the luxury tax will likely have to come to an end to retain the Turkish point-forward. Restricted free agent Marcin Gortat has also become an attractive backup center.
Cleveland » Yes, we can’t avoid it. If LeBron James is to stay in Ohio through 2010, he’s going to need an improved supporting cast. The Cavaliers are in the market for upgrades at power forward and center.
