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http://insider.espn.go.com/nba/insider/columns/story?columnist=ford_chad&page=TopFreeAgents2010-2&action=login&appRedirect=http%3a%2f%2finsider.espn.go.com%2fnba%2finsider%2fcolumns%2fstory%3fcolumnist%3dford_chad%26page%3dTopFreeAgents2010-2

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Key: R = Restricted free agent

O’Neal

1. Shaquille O’Neal, Cavs

Potential destinations: Mavs, Spurs, Cavs, Hawks

In Cleveland, Shaq had to play second fiddle to LeBron to try to prove he could still win a title. Ultimately, the experiment failed. Shaq is clearly slowing down and, at times, it seemed that he hindered more than helped the Cavs. He turned 38 years old in March and has played more games than any other active player in the league.

Still, there’s probably a GM or two willing to offer him millions on a two- or three-year contract. The Hawks seem to have shown the most interest so far. Shaq has also coveted playing for the Mavs for a long time.

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Scola
2. Luis Scola, Rockets (R)

Potential destinations: Nets, Rockets, Heat, Knicks, Raptors

Scola proved once again this season to be a legit threat in the paint for the Rockets. He’s already 30, so he doesn’t have more than one big contract in him. Given that the Rockets have traded away Carl Landry and used up all their cap space, I expect they’ll re-sign Scola. However, the Argentine big man could see some interest from some of the big-cap-room teams. The Nets have been pursuing Scola since losing out on many of the top free agents.

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Miller

3. Mike Miller, Wizards

Potential destinations: Heat, Clippers, Bulls, Knicks

The Heat are very close to signing Miller to a five-year, $30 million deal. He’ll be the fourth wheel on the Heat, but his terrific perimeter skills are a great complement to LeBron and Wade.

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Childress

4. Josh Childress, Hawks (R)

Potential destinations: Knicks, Nets, Clippers

Childress went back to Greece for a second straight season after failing to be wowed by an offer from an NBA team. He’s been solid there, and a number of NBA teams that saw him play in the Euroleague Final Four believe he once again could be a terrific role player in the U.S.

The Hawks still hold his restricted rights, but by now, no one thinks they actually would match an offer for him — especially after the Hawks gave Joe Johnson $124 million. Look for a team like the Knicks to try to use some of its cash on Childress now that they’ve lost out on LeBron.

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Jefferson

5. Richard Jefferson, Spurs

Potential destinations: Spurs, Knicks, Nets

Jefferson shocked the world when he opted out of his contract, leaving $16 million on the table to pursue free agency. The thinking was that the Spurs would quickly re-sign him to a smaller, but longer-term deal. However, it’s become clear that Jefferson is exploring all sorts of deals and would love to return to the New York area.

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Felton
6. Raymond Felton, Bobcats

Agrees in principle with Knicks (3 years, $25 million)

The Knicks have added a few new forwards in Amare Stoudemire and Anthony Randolph and now needed to address their backcourt. Felton isn’t ideal, but he was the best point guard left on the board.

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Thomas
7. Tyrus Thomas, Bobcats (R)

Signed with Bobcats (5 years, $40 million)

The Bobcats gave up a first-round pick for Thomas in February and Larry Brown is convinced he can get the best out of him. The Bobcats spent a ton of money on a project, but there’s no question the guy still has serious upside.

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Haslem
8. Udonis Haslem, Heat

Potential destinations: Heat, Nets, Rockets

Word is starting to come out of Miami that the Heat have found a way to structure the deals of Wade, LeBron and Bosh in a way that allows them to re-sign Udonis Haslem. Miami is where Haslem wants to stay and he’s a huge coup if the Heat can figure out how to do it.

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Harrington
9. Al Harrington, Knicks

Potential destinations: Magic, Knicks

Harrington put up big numbers in New York and continues to show he can be a big-time scorer in the NBA. The Magic have shown interest, but they used most of their mid-level exception on Chris Duhon, so it would have to be a sign-and-trade.

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Ridnour
10. Luke Ridnour, Bucks

Potential destinations: Knicks, Bucks, Heat

Ridnour neared a deal with the Lakers before they opted instead to sign Steve Blake. The Knicks have shown a lot of interest in Ridnour and the Heat may try to see if they can get him on the cheap to help them win a championship.

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Fisher
11. Derek Fisher, Lakers

Potential destinations: Lakers, Heat

It’s hard to fathom Fisher leaving the Lakers, but when the Lakers inked Steve Blake to a four-year deal, the team began to low-ball him. Fisher is hoping that a team such as the Heat will come calling given his championship pedigree, if nothing else, to up the Lakers’ offer.

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Ilgauskas12. Zydrunas Ilgauskas, Cavs

Potential destinations: Heat, Knicks, Bulls

LeBron is a fan, and Z could end up in South Beach. The Bulls are also looking for more help in the middle.

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Farmar
13. Jordan Farmar, Lakers

Potential destinations: Pacers, Blazers, Lakers

Farmar has been a solid part of the Lakers, but has never really played up to his talent level. A team such as the Pacers would be a perfect fit. They are a young, up-and-coming team in need of a point guard. He should be able to find a bigger role and more minutes there.

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Lowry
14. Kyle Lowry, Rockets (R)

Potential destinations: Rockets, Pacers, Blazers

The Rockets are likely to sit back and wait for Lowry to get an offer sheet before engaging him. It’s usually a smart move that saves money in the long run. The two teams to watch are the Pacers and Blazers. Both teams need a point guard and like his toughness.

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Korver

15. Kyle Korver, Jazz

Signed with Bulls (3 years, $15 million)

The Bulls have really needed a shooter since losing Ben Gordon last summer. Korver is one of the two or three best shooters in the league and with the Magic looking like they’ll match the Bulls’ offer for J.J. Redick, he could end up a starter.

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