Free Agents class of 2009

In the summer of 2008, a couple of free agents got some big bucks big time. For example, Elton Brand left the Clippers to the tyne of $80 million from Philly. I find this article really amusing and interesting just because this is behind the scenes of the basketball courts. They also predict five teams will have significant money to spend in 2009. One I really found interesting was Kobe Bryant, from Lakers. With the Lakers being so close to winning the champions, it was very disappointing to see them lose their title to their opponents. haha Before reading this article, I wouldn't think that Kobe would want to be leaving the Lakers and now I know that it's true! And that Kobe's going to hang around for the ride!

Once again, the main culprit was the dreaded NBA salary cap. Only a few teams -- the Sixers, Clippers, Warriors and Grizzlies -- really had the money to pick up a free agent from another team. One of those teams, Memphis, decided not to spend its money (although they did make a play for Josh Smith) and is going into the season nearly $10 million under the cap.

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