Free agent classes are defined by their mega-stars, and as such, this summer will likely be coined "The Summer of Dwight" or "The Summer of CP3." But in truth, it's often the less-heralded free agents who come to define the subsequent seasons come June.
Don't believe me? Take a closer look at this year's conference finalists; take heed of their construction:
Beyond its expensive Big Three, the Heat are a mishmash of savvy veterans on bargain contracts. Ray Allen, Shane Battier and Chris Anderson—all signed as free agents—are playing 41.5 quality minutes per game this postseason, and making a scant average of $2.2 million to show for it. Danny Green toiled through the D-League and Slovenia's Premier League A before the Spurs gave him a post-lockout flyer, and eventual three-year deal. For God's sake, Memphis signed Tony Allen to a three-year, $9.45 million contract after he helped Boston win a Larry O'Brien trophy.
Eric Gordon, meanwhile, signed for $58 million last summer, and missed half the season.
So yes: There's a reason Dwight Howard and Chris Paul will receive more attention than other ...
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