What happened: Forward Jeremy Sochan entered free agency on Oct. 17 after being waived ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. His departure ended a one-year contract signed on Aug. 1.

Why it matters: Sochan becomes available on the open market for clubs seeking frontcourt depth while navigating backup center trade targets before opening night.

What to watch: Teams with open roster spots can claim or sign Sochan as final 2026-27 regular-season rosters are set.