The NBA free agency market is heating up, with several teams eyeing top guards like Chris Paul, Russell Westbrook, and Malcolm Brogdon. The potential departure of Bradley Beal, a longtime Suns player, has increased interest in these players from the same teams. According to reports, the Clippers, Lakers, Bucks, and Timberwolves are among those likely to pursue Beal if he decides to become an unrestricted free agent.
If Beal joins the Clippers or Bucks, it could rule out Chris Paul for those teams, potentially increasing the odds of Paul reuniting with the Suns. Meanwhile, Brogdon has drawn interest from multiple teams, including the Clippers, Suns, Lakers, Warriors, Timberwolves, and Bucks.
Free agents like De’Anthony Melton and Ben Simmons may also be involved in this bidding war, as their landing spots become clearer once one or two top guards find new homes. Meanwhile, restricted free agent Jonathan Kuminga remains without traction, with the Kings being the most aggressive suitor for the Warriors. The market for top restricted free agents remains “ice cold,” according to sources.
Additionally, the Pacers are expected to re-sign James Wiseman and restricted free agent Isaiah Jackson, while veteran center Jaxson Hayes has given up his right to veto a trade by re-signing with the Lakers on a one-year contract.
Source: https://www.hoopsrumors.com/2025/07/free-agent-rumors-guards-kuminga-pacers-hayes.html