free agent

He did not sign an extension with the Lakers, meaning that James will be a free agent after the 2025-26 season if he does not retire.

The best minor league free agents look for the best deal too, and that often is not found in Anaheim.

There was little fanfare from the stands when the free agent arrived at Parkhead, but he proved his worth in Belgrade by offering Celtic a focal point and Rodgers an option.

Because he signed as an international free agent, the team was able to secure him for six seasons of control at the cost of only a $6.5 million signing bonus.

Of course a player becoming a free agent isn't without its woes.