Mo Bamba, Seth Curry Spark NBA Free-Agent Frenzy

Merlin sees a crowded market: several quality free agents remain unsigned early in the 2025–26 season, but injuries, trades and shifting salary room will create openings. Teams will mix low-cost veterans (like Seth Curry, who’s expected to re-sign once the veteran minimum prorates) with G League scorers and defensive wings — names to watch include Mychal Bamba, Malik Beasley, Ben Simmons, Mac McClung and Jaden Springer. Merlin notes the pattern: playoff contenders want steady defense and spacing, rebuilding clubs will pull from the G League, and midseason roster churn usually decides who sticks. Expect a trickle of 10-day deals and a few full contracts as teams chase depth, shooting and lockdown role players.