NBA: Tim Duncan and 10 Veterans with One Last Contract Left

Some of the NBA's best players are entering free agency this offseason, and many of those players are in the home stretches of their careers. 

These players have been successful thus far, but only have a few years left in the tank. However, although leaving their prime, they are all capable of producing at an effective level until retirement.

There will be plenty of teams this offseason looking to make a championship run who will be interested in obtaining these players for the rest of their careers, and, as we saw this postseason with the Dallas Mavericks, a veteran group of former all-stars can help a team win an NBA Championship.

Here are 10 veterans entering free agency who will likely be signing their last contract.

Peja Stojakovic, Dallas Mavericks

During his 13-year career in the NBA, Peja Stojakovic has established himself as one of the greatest three-point shooters of all-time.

At age 34, Stojakovic is no longer a star player in the league, but is still one of the most desired free agents of 2011.

Last year with the Dallas Mavericks, he averaged a respectable 8.5 points per game in only 19 minutes of playing time. 

Although not producing the way he once did, Stojakovic is one of the purest shooters in the NBA and can help any team in need of outside shooting.

Anthony Parker, Cleveland Cavaliers

The Cleveland Cavaliers' lone free agent in 2011 is shooting guard Anthony Parker.

Parker, who lost five years of his NBA career while playing in Europe, is now 36 years old and no longer in his prime.

However, last season with Cleveland, Parker was the best shooting guard on his team and one of the best role players, averaging over eight points, three assists and three rebounds in 29 minutes a game.

Parker will likely not be a starter for the team that picks him up, but he is still capable of being one of the league's best all-around role players.

Kenyon Martin, Denver Nuggets

A few years ago, Kenyon Martin would have been one of biggest names in free agency.

Now, at age 33, Martin is still one of the best mid-tier free agents in his class, but no longer garners the hype he once did.

Martin, who has been battling injuries for the last few years of his career, only has a few years left in the tank. However, as seen in the games he did play in during the 2010-11 season with the Denver Nuggets, he is still a solid contributor.

Last season, he was able to bring in over six rebounds per game, score over eight points and provide some much needed defense.

Shane Battier, Memphis Grizzlies

Shane Battier is one of the best defenders in the 2011 free agent class.

Throughout his 10 years in the NBA, Battier has been one of the few lock-down perimeter defenders in the league, and, even at 32, he will be very sought after this offseason.

Battier's numbers have never been very impressive, but he brings all of the intangibles. 

Any team in need of defense and veteran leadership will be in hot pursuit of Shane Battier.

Grant Hill, Phoenix Suns

Grant Hill has been more durable during the last three years with the Phoenix Suns than he was at any other time in his 16-year career.

His career will always be marked by injuries and "what ifs," but Hill has continued to make the most of his time in the NBA and he doesn't seem to be losing anything with age.

At 38, Hill still played over 30 minutes a game in 2010-11 and averaged over 13 points and four rebounds last season with the Suns. 

Hill will be turning 39 next season and will be one of the oldest players in the NBA, but is still worth being picked up by any team.

Tim Duncan, San Antonio Spurs

Tim Duncan has already cemented his place as one of the all-time great NBA players.

He has done more for the San Antonio Spurs than any other player in the franchise's history, and though his production has decreased significantly in the last couple of years, the Spurs will likely re-sign their star.

At 35 years old, Duncan still was able to nearly average a double-double, with 13 points and nine rebounds per game in 28 minutes last season.

Duncan will not only bring offense to the team he signs with, but will also offer leadership, fundamentals and great defensive play.

Jamal Crawford, Atlanta Hawks

Jamal Crawford is a sixth man candidate every year and by far the best bench player available as a free agent this offseason.

At 31 years old, this will likely be the last contract Crawford signs in his career, but that shouldn't discourage any team from picking him up.

Last season with the Atlanta Hawks, Crawford remained effective, averaging over 14 points per game and almost one steal.

There isn't a team in the NBA who shouldn't look into picking up Crawford for the final stretch of his career.

Caron Butler, Dallas Mavericks

With another season cut short from injury, Caron Butler couldn't offer the Dallas Mavericks what he was capable of offering in 2010-11.

In his 29 games with Mavericks last season, he averaged over 15 points per game and four rebounds in 30 minutes.

Because of Butler's injuries, he will likely only play for a few more years in the NBA. However, because of his talent and game-changing ability, he is worth the risk.

Jason Richardson, Orlando Magic

Last season with the Phoenix Suns and the Orlando Magic, Jason Richardson had one of the best years of his career. 

In the 80 games he played, Richardson averaged 16 points per game, four rebounds and two assists all while sharing the scoring load with Dwight Howard, Gilbert Arenas and Jameer Nelson.

He isn't just a scorer either, averaging over one steal a game and shooting almost 40 percent from beyond the arc.

Richardson can have a large impact on any NBA team, especially one in need of a shooter.

David West, New Orleans Hornets

There aren't many free agents available in 2011 who are as skilled as David West.

In 2010-11, before injury, West had another great year, exceeding career averages in points (18.9), assists, blocks and rebounds (7.5).

Playing alongside Chris Paul, West rarely receives the attention he deserves, but the New Orleans Hornets know that he is crucial to their success.

If the Hornets don't re-sign West, he will make another team much better.