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Best NBA Amnesty Candidates

Found November 28, 2011 on Hoops Fantasy:
PLAYERS: Rashard Lewis,  Brandon Roy,  Richard Hamilton,  Josh Childress,  Mehmet Okur,  Richard Jefferson,  Baron Davis,  Al Harrington,  Gilbert Arenas,  Andres Nocioni
TEAMS: Washington Wizards,  Portland Trail Blazers,  Detroit Pistons,  Phoenix Suns,  Utah Jazz,  San Antonio Spurs,  Cleveland Cavaliers,  Denver Nuggets,  Orlando Magic,  Philadelphia 76ers

The latest NBA collective bargaining agreement will include an amnesty provision that will allow each team to waive a player and erase the contract from their salary cap. Who are the best NBA amnesty candidates? Here is our look at the top ten. 1. Rashard Lewis, Washington Wizards Although massively overpaid, Rashard Lewis can still play. 2. Brandon Roy, Portland Trail Blazers Will a team gamble on Brandon Roy’s shaky knees? 3. Richard Hamilton, Detroit Pistons A valuable vet who is getting paid too much right now. 4. Josh Childress, Phoenix Suns Will the Suns admit to their mistake after only one season? 5. Mehmet Okur, Utah Jazz Injuries have slowed down the former All-Star. 6. Richard Jefferson, San Antonio Spurs Losing athleticism has devestated his game. 7. Baron Davis, Cleveland Cavaliers If he can keep his weight in check, BD could surprise. 8. Al Harrington, Denver Nuggets A ballhog but he has talent. 9. Gilbert Arenas, Orlando Magic Ballhog + Injured = Bad Combination...
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