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WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 3: Derrick Rose #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on November 3, 2017 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC - NOVEMBER 3: Derrick Rose #1 of the Cleveland Cavaliers dribbles the ball against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena on November 3, 2017 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)
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WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: Monta Ellis #11 of the Indiana Pacers looks on against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Verizon Center on February 10, 2017 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)
WASHINGTON, DC – FEBRUARY 10: Monta Ellis #11 of the Indiana Pacers looks on against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Verizon Center on February 10, 2017 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Other notable free agents to keep an eye on

  • Thomas Robinson
  • Gary Neal
  • Matt Barnes
  • Brandon Jennings
  • David Lee
  • Kendrick Perkins – Cleveland Cavaliers (maybe)
  • Monta Ellis

The playoff eligibility waiver deadline is March 1, giving teams a few more weeks to sign free agents for the second half of the season and the playoffs.

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A few teams that are expected to be active in the recruiting phase are your typical contenders – the Golden State Warriors, San Antonio Spurs, Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics. I think it’s safe to say the Houston Rockets have made their moves, by adding Joe Johnson and Brandan Wright.

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