2008 NBA Free Agency Primer

The NBA free agency period starts on Tuesday, and we know who will be available this summer. Gilbert Arenas, Baron Davis, Elton Brand and Corey Maggette have opted out of the final years of their respective contracts and have become free agents. Shawn Marion, Allen Iverson, Ron Artest and Jermaine O'Neal decided not to opt out.

Below is a list of the top 10 unrestricted and top 10 restricted free agents based on total value, which means I'll take into account each player's production, age, upside and estimated asking price. Unrestricted free agents can sign with any team that makes them an offer. Restricted free agents can sign offer sheets from other teams, but their current team has the right to match that offer, which is usually the case.

(See the lists after the jump.)
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I wonder if Stefanski would consider trading Andre Miller to the Heat for Marion. He played in a run and gun offense, he can shoot from the outside a bit, he can play D and rebound. Let Iggy and Williams walk next year, and you have cap room during a great free agent class, as well as a possible lottery pick next year. I'm not sure, but don't the Sixers get Utah's pick this upcoming year as well?

come on I might puke right now thinking about Shawn Marions jump shot . Good player but way overrated I would rather have thaddeus young at small foward with Maggette at the 2

Wait Louis Williams walk your smokin crack I dont care about Iggy but everybody loves louis williams that i know.

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