Way too early Predictions for FA's destinations (with short write-up)

**Fred Vanvleet to the Knicks**

Not only do the Knicks have the most cap space along with Atlanta, but the Knicks are one of the last few teams without a clear cut PG to build on. After experimenting with Elfrid, Jarret Jack and Mudiay, its about time to sign a PG that can provide everything the Knicks need. Playmaking and 3pt shooting. This is also a great career move for Fred since he's automatically slotted as the starting PG entering the prime of his career.

 

**Christian Wood to the Hornets**

After a monster 2020 season with Detroit, Wood is arguably the most sought after attainable FA this offseason. Hornets had one of the worst defense in the league along with points in the paint. Hernangomez and Biyombo are set to be UFA's so look to Charlotte splurging for a new starting Center. They offer the biggest role for Wood as a slasher and PnR man with their guards. Atlanta and NY will most likely back out of the bidding war given their abundance of bigs in their rosters.

 

**Paul Millsap goes to Houston**

After Jerami Grants rise to Denver stardom in the playoffs along with continued development for MPJ and Bol Bol, Paul Millsaps chapter with Denver should come to an end. At 35 years old, he'll struggle to find a big long term deal this offseason. The biggest payday he can expect is a MLE with a contending team. Houston needs to realize they arent signing big time names like Jerami, Gallinari or Wood with their limited cap space. Paul Millsap shot a career high 43% from 3 and is still an effective defender in the paint. He's a small ball C that does the dirty work and could help out whats left of PJ Tucker immensely.

 

**Marc Gasol signs with Golden State**

A future HoFer in my book, Marc Gasols career is sadly coming to a close. Whats left in the tank should be dedicated to competing for rings in a smaller role. Marc Gasol worked well with Lowry and Van Vleet playing as the high post playmaker at times so his skillset should immediately connect with the Splash Brothers. This was a toss up with Boston, but if I'm Marc Gasol, I wouldnt be interested battling 30+mins with the likes of Giannis, Embiid and Adebayo where Theis has shown to be ineffective against. Golden State is an easier fit by far playing with a vet team with tons of championship experience. Of course he could just retire or sign with FC Barcelona to end his career.

EDIT: Not confirmed he has committed to Barcelona. Gasol will most likely still take meetings from NBA teams this offseason.

 

**Tristan Thompson signs with Boston**

Boston fans are already up in arms against this signing, but the bottom line is that they need a legitimate big for the playoffs. A solid C that will rebound and add more depth to the Celtics frontcourt for cheap. He offers a ton of experience and could potentially be one of the best big men of the bench next season given the right coaching.

 

**Gallinari signs with Miami**

This would probably be the biggest potential signing of the upcoming offseason and improves a championship level Miami squad on all levels. OKCs tank is inevitable and overachieved by a wide margin. After firing Billy Donovan, look to Sam Presti unloading all of OKCs vets for cap space or future picks going forward. Sign and trade is the most likely option.