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The NBA Free Agency period is now well underway, and while the likes of Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant wasted no time in announcing their next destination, there are plenty of talented players still available.
Kawhi Leonard continues to mull over his future, while Danny Green, DeMarcus Cousins, and Jabari Parker could also play integral roles on a contending team. So, ahead of another potentially drama-filled day, here are all the latest news and rumors you need to know for July 4th.
Kawhi Leonard hasn't agreed a two-year deal with the Raptors; Lakers and Clippers remain in play
During an appearance on the 'Get Up' last night, ESPN's Jalen Rose reported that there was a 99% chance that Kawhi Leonard would return to the Toronto Raptors on a two-year deal. However, Jabari Young of The Athletic has disputed Rose's comments, stating that Leonard has yet to decide on his next move.
Leonard is believed to have met with officials from the Lakers, Clippers and Raptors over the past few days. The 28-year-old can sign a five-year, $190 million contract with the Raptors or a four-year, $141 million deal with either Los Angeles team.
Markieff Morris to join the Detroit Pistons
Markieff Morris is coming off a disappointing spell with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Shams Charania is reporting that the veteran has agreed to sign with the Detroit Pistons on a two-year-deal.
Morris is most noted for his three-year spell with the Wizards, during which he averaged 11.5 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. Detroit will expect similar production from the 29-year-old for the upcoming season as Morris is expected to become a key piece in the team's rotation.
Boban Marjanovic signs with the Dallas Mavericks
The Dallas Mavericks have been searching for a backup center in free agency, and ESPN's Tim MacMahon is reporting that the team has agreed on a deal to sign Boban Marjanovic.
Free-agent center Boban Marjanovic has agreed to a two-year, $7 million deal with the Dallas Mavericks, league sources told ESPN on Wednesday, confirming multiple reports.
Marjanovic joined the Sixers in February as part of the deal that sent Tobias Harris to Philadelphia, and made a huge impact despite averaging just 13.9 minutes per game. In his limited time on the court, Marjanovic averaged 8.2 points and 5.1 rebounds per game, also shooting a career-high 62.5% from the field.
The 7-foot-3 big is expected to see limited action but will give the Mavericks an interesting option from the bench.
Memphis Grizzlies opposed to buyout; want to trade Andre Iguodala
Andre Iguodala was expected to work towards a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies before joining the Los Angeles Lakers, although ESPN's Tim MacMahon is reporting that the Grizzlies are looking to trade the former All-Star.
Iguodala joined the Warriors back in 2013, and the veteran played a key role as the team won three titles and made five straight trips to the NBA Finals.
However, he was surprisingly traded to the Grizzlies on the first day of free agency as the Warriors desperately created the cap space necessary to complete a sign-and-trade for D'Angelo Russell.
The 35-year-old has been plagued by persistent injuries over the past 24 months, although he played well during the playoffs, averaging nearly 9.8 points per game while shooting just under 50% from the field.
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