The NBA free agency board is slowly clearing, and two notable moves added fresh intrigue to the offseason.
Cam Thomas, one of the league’s most dynamic young scorers, has officially signed a one-year, $6 million qualifying offer to return to the Brooklyn Nets. After weeks of negotiations, the two sides were unable to finalize a long-term extension, but the deal carries massive implications.
By signing the qualifying offer, Thomas becomes the first restricted free agent among the final group of RFAs—including Josh Giddey (Chicago), Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State), and Quentin Grimes (Philadelphia)—to lock in a deal. Last season, Thomas averaged 24 points, 3.8 assists, and 3.3 rebounds across 25 games, showcasing his elite shot creation and scoring punch.
The short-term nature of the contract gives Thomas a full no-trade clause and sets him up for unrestricted free agency in 2026, a year where more than 10 teams are projected to have significant cap space. For the Nets, it’s both a gamble and a safety net—keeping one of their brightest young talents while risking losing him in two years if a new extension isn’t reached.
Meanwhile, Olivier-Maxence Prosper has found a new home. The versatile forward has agreed to a two-way contract with the Memphis Grizzlies, entering his third NBA season. Prosper reportedly sifted through multiple offers but chose Memphis, a team with a proven track record of developing role players into key contributors.
With Thomas betting on himself and Prosper securing a new opportunity, these moves underscore how fluid free agency can be—not every signing is about the money, sometimes it’s about positioning for the next big leap.
