15. Cameron Johnson, Nets
The Brooklyn Nets landed Cameron Johnson in the Kevin Durant trade this past season. The 6-foot-8 forward was then signed to a massive deal this offseason. Johnson is one of the best 3-and-D wings in the NBA and he’s now getting paid like one.
14. Evan Mobley, Cavaliers
There aren’t very many big men with a higher ceiling of potential than Evan Mobley. The 7-foot power forward is already one of the best defenders in the NBA. If he can be more aggressive on offense and expand his shot to the perimeter, then the Cleveland Cavaliers will be a legit contender in the Eastern Conference.
13. Josh Giddey, Thunder
Josh Giddey is more of a perimeter player on offense, however due to his size he’s more or less going to be defending opposing power forwards in the starting lineup. Giddey’s playmaking is elite for the position and he’s also a very good defender. If the 6-foot-8 playmaker can become a threat from downtown, then the Oklahoma City Thunder will have a complete starting five.
12. Kyle Kuzma, Wizards
Thanks to being on a subpar Washington Wizards team last season and putting up career stats, Kyle Kuzma received a big payday from the Wizards. The 6-foot-9 forward probably won’t finish his contract with the Wizards, however, Washington has a very tradeable contract that can help them rebuild down the road. Kuzma is a young two-way player who is versatile in the role he can play so he should be desired in the trade market.
11. Jerami Grant, Trail Blazers
Jerami Grant is another Philadelphia 76ers alumni on this list. The 6-foot-8 forward just received a big payday from the Portland Trail Blazers. However, with the Damian Lillard trade request, the two-way wing doesn’t fit their rebuilding culture. It will be interesting to see when and where Grant will be traded.