Restricted free agents are some of the youngest stars in the league coming off rookie deals. They rarely leave their teams because if the teams truly want to retain their restricted free agents, they have the right to match other teams' offers. However, when another team overpays a restricted free agent, it becomes a tough decision for the original teams. Some teams are going to make this decision by July 14, 3 days after their free agents can sign officially on July 11.
6 restricted free agents have already reportedly received offers from other teams. The two gaining the most interest are two max players, Eric Gordon and Roy Hibbert. Neither is expected to leave their