free agent
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He was a free agent at the time the essay was published, and so it remained unclear whether coming out would end his NBA career.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
LeBron James, 41, is a free agent as his contract with the Lakers has expired.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
His contract with the Lakers is up, making James a free agent.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 10, 2026
Detroit Tigers free agent ace Tarik Skubal will miss time on the IL after elbow surgery, which means he’ll fit right into the Dodgers’ rotation next season.
From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026
The telegrams also said that William was still on Riverbank’s salary roll, implying that he was not a free agent.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
