David Lee to Portland Now? Lakers Want Little Nate?

The World Famous LayupDrill Rumor Mill
7/4/09

I hope everyone is enjoying their Independence Day weekend thus far, whether you are spending time with the family or simply relaxing with a few days off. The NBA Free Agent signing period has been a wild one so far, and with the Hedo Turkoglu to Toronto twist happening earlier this morning, it was only right to update everyone on all the remaining big name free agents out there, and the latest news on them.

Rasheed Wallace: Wallace has reportedly received his offer from the Celtics, but will wait a week to get the offers in from the Cavs, Spurs, Magic, and Bobcats. Many feel the Celtics and Cavs are the front runners to land the former Piston.

Lamar Odom: Contrary to other reports, Odom is not receiving offers from other teams for more than what the Lakers can give him. He wants to stay in L.A. and they want him back. Should work out just fine.

Allen Iverson: Iverson has come out and said he wants to be in Memphis. We don’t know if the feeling is mutual yet. The Bulls rumor that surfaced a few days ago doesn’t seem to have legs to it. The Bobcats interest has lessened as of late as well. Don’t count out potentially a one-year deal to play in Miami alongside Dwayne Wade.

Stephon Marbury: All signs point to Marbury joining Gilbert Arenas and the Wizards. Marbury turned down the Celtics $1.3 million offer, as he stated there was a better one on the table.

David Lee: The Knicks power forward is expected to land in either Oklahoma City or Portland now. The Thunder are looking at Lee or Millsap, if the price tag isn’t driven too high. Portland may opt to bring Lee in, and slide Greg Oden to the bench permanently.

Shawn Marion: Hedo coming to Toronto means Marion is likely out. The Raptors' projected starting five would include Jose Calderon, DeMar DeRozan, Turk, Andrei Baragani, and Chris Bosh. There isn’t enough money or space for the Matrix. Marion could now get some interest from the Blazers, who were looking to upgrade their wing play, as well as Cleveland on a lower money deal.

Glen Davis: Big Baby would likely be gone from Boston should they sign Wallace. The Pistons are a likely replacement.

Nate Robinson: The two NBA Finals teams, Orlando and Los Angeles, are the front runners to bring in Krypto-Nate.

Paul Millsap: Still expected to re-sign with the Jazz, and Utah will look to move Boozer either before the season or during.