NBA Free Agency: 9 signings that make the most sense

Feb 24, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) in action against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter at Staples Center. The San Antonio Spurs won 105-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
Feb 24, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin (32) in action against the San Antonio Spurs during the fourth quarter at Staples Center. The San Antonio Spurs won 105-97. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports
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May 3, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) reacts in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports
May 3, 2017; Cleveland, OH, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Kyle Lowry (7) reacts in the third quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game two of the second round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Kyle Lowry

Ideal destination: San Antonio Spurs

Does Kyle Lowry want to win? Like, really want to win?

Whilst others don’t have an option to go to a better chance to win, Kyle Lowry definitely does. The San Antonio Spurs have arguably the best two-way player in the game, the best coach, and a proven track record of success. They also proved to be more than competitive with the Warriors before Leonard’s injury.

Meanwhile, the Raptors looked a million miles away from Cleveland these playoffs. He will have to sacrifice guaranteed money to go, but you cannot argue that the Spurs is a better opportunity for Lowry.

Tony Parker is well into the back-nine of his glittering career. Whilst he performed well in the post-season, his untimely injury highlights the lack of quality production needed at the point guard spot.
Furthermore, with Manu Ginobili looking like he won’t be coming back, Parker could be the sixth man for the Spurs next season when he is healthy.

A Big Three with Kawhi Leonard, Kyle Lowry, and LaMarcus Aldridge offers offensive and defensive versatility.