Forum Game Can you make a team of current free agents that could have a better season than the Blazers?

Chris Craig · Sep 4, 2025 at 8:29 AM

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Dream Roster from Available Talent
Here’s a proposed starting five and bench derived exclusively from currently unsigned UFAs:

Starters (~5 players)

PG: Chris Paul — elite court vision, leadership, and clutch decision-making. Ideal for mentoring and tempo control.

SG: De’Anthony Melton — solid perimeter defender, spacing threat, and youth to complement CP3.

SF: Gary Payton II — defensive energy, veteran familiarity, and hustle in all three phases.

PF: Al Horford — reliable, versatile, high basketball IQ, and championship experience.

C: Brook Lopez — floor-spacing rim protector, complements Horford’s old-school presence.

Bench Additions (5–7)

Malcolm Brogdon — seasoned scorer and facilitator off the bench.

Russell Westbrook (if still pursuing) — energy scoring punch in bursts.

Malik Beasley — elite shooter, albeit with risk factors.

Amir Coffey — underrated wing depth with versatility and perimeter game.

Precious Achiuwa — athletic frontcourt spark and defensive rotation piece.

Summary of Why They Fit
Player Role & Strengths
Chris Paul Orchestrator, leadership, postseason savvy
Melton Defense, spacing, youth
Payton II Defense-first, energizer
Horford Two-way veteran, IQ, spacing
Lopez Stretch big, rim protector
Brogdon Experience, bench scoring/playmaking
Westbrook Explosive scoring and energy (role-specific)
Beasley Three-specialist lift, spacing
Coffey Versatile wing, unexpected free agent value
Achiuwa Athletic forward/center depth
This squad balances shooting, defense, experience, and spacing—while staying entirely within the pool of players who are currently free agents. Remember: restricted free agents like Grimes, Thomas, Giddey are likely re-signing, so we’ve left them out but could be game-changers if somehow available.

Final Thoughts
This team isn't about blockbuster names—it's about constructing a competitive, well-rounded roster using only players truly available right now. It blends experience, floor spacing, defense, and versatility. Depending on fit, you could shift roles—for example, inserting Westbrook in small-ball lineups or giving Melton starting run.

Curious about constructing a salary cap estimate or exploring other potential moves if some restricted FAs fall through? Or maybe you'd like a version tailored to a specific playing style (fast-paced, defensive juggernaut, etc.)? Let me know—I’d be happy to fine-tune further!
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Alot of those guys aren't free agents and Horford is going to sign with the Warriors once they deal with Kuminga.

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