The Free Agent Signings That Changed NBA History Forever

NBA free agency can be described as one of the most exciting times in sports, as players make their decisions on their next destination. Here is a list of the greatest free agent signings in NBA history. LeBron James has only moved franchises as a free agent, with his move from the Cleveland Cavaliers to the Miami Heat gaining worldwide attention. In what turned out to be a television spectacle, James' decision to sign with the Heat was After posting a record 73-9 regular season mark during the 2015-16 campaign, the Golden State Warriors let a 3-1 finals lead slip against the Cavaliers. In an effort to mount another championship run, the Warriors acquired 2014 MVP Kevin Durant, who spearheaded the team to back-to-back titles. Shaquille O'Neal left the Orlando Magic to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers in 1996, before forming a formidable duo with Kobe Bryant and winning three straight championships from 2000 to 2002. Following his stint with the Heat, James returned to the Cavaliers to deliver a maiden championship to his home city, which he would do in 2016. The Phoenix Suns acquiring Steve Nash seemed like a shrewd veteran signing in 2004. However, it turned out to be one of the most consequential signings of all time. Head coach Mike D'Antoni's offense, spearheaded by Nash, saw the point guard win two MVPs and ultimately changed the way teams built their offenses.