NBA free agency 2022 - Breaking down the biggest signings, opt-ins and extensions of the summer

NBA free agency is here, and stars are making some big-money moves.

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving opted into his $36.5 million player option for the 2022-23 season. But although his decision removes the possibility of Irving leaving the Nets via free agency this summer, questions will continue to surround Irving and Kevin Durant's future after the latter requested a trade hours before the 6 p.m. ET start to free agency.

The Dallas Mavericks have been informed that guard Jalen Brunson intends to sign with the New York Knicks in free agency, sources told ESPN's Tim MacMahon.

John Wall, who was slated to make $47.4 million after exercising his player option with the Houston Rockets, has reached a buyout with the team and will join the LA Clippers.

Bradley Beal will stick with the Washington Wizards on a five-year deal. Russell Westbrook, meanwhile, will exercise his $47.1 million option with the Los Angeles Lakers, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

Which remaining free agents will change teams this summer? Some of the biggest names include Zach LaVine and Deandre Ayton.

A host of young stars are also eligible for rookie contract extensions, including Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant and New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson.

How are the latest deals impacting the NBA landscape? Kevin Pelton is breaking down the biggest signings, opt-ins and contract extensions.

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