As has become the norm in recent NBA offseasons, most of the moves for 2025's free agency-period were reported the first couple days after negotiations were allowed to start.

The Los Angeles Lakers interest in a potential trade target may have diminished following their recent moves in free agency.

The Los Angeles Lakers' offseason has been a rollercoaster thus far. Amid the flurry of recent offseason moves and rumors, NBA insider Jake Weinbach sparked trade speculation around Lakers guard Austin Reaves in light of the team's approach towards roster construction.

A top trade candidate this offseason came off the board on Saturday when the Los Angeles Lakers agreed to sign former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million deal following his buyout by the Washington Wizards,

Jake LaRavia, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart headline Lakers’ calculated but impactful 2025 free agency class.

While the high-priced NBA signings have taken place, there are plenty of quality players still available. Here are their best fits.

The Nuggets and Rockets have improved their rosters in free agency while the Lakers and Bucks have made head-scratching moves.

Breaking down the biggest players in an early free agent period that will shape the coming NBA season and beyond.

This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! We hope you executed a sign-and-trade to acquire some hot dogs. NBA free agency is more or less over.