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The former 1st overall pick is still a free agent on the sidelines of the NBA season

The former 1st overall pick is still a free agent on the sidelines of the NBA season

Markelle Fultz is in his seventh season in the NBA.

The former Washington star averaged 7.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.0 steals per game while shooting 47.2% from the field and 22.2% in 43 games for the Orlando Magic. shot from three-point range.

During the offseason, Fultz became a free agent, eligible to sign with any team in the NBA.

As of October 21st, the 27-year-old is still without a contract.

Markelle Fultz

April 5, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (20) brings the ball up the court during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images / Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Fultz was the first overall pick in the 2017 NBA Draft by the Philadelphia 76ers after one season of college basketball.

He spent part of two seasons with the 76ers before coming traded to the Magic in 2019.

His career averages are 11.1 points, 3.4 rebounds, 4.6 assists and 1.2 steals per game while shooting 47.2% from the field and 27.4% from three-point range in 234 games lap.

Many fans were confused as to why Fultz is still available.

Via @ItsReallyLebron: “Markelle Fultz not being in the NBA is crazy lol yeah his jumper was questionable but he can actually score and play.”

Via @JRriseto: “There are teams in the NBA that I hate with a passion, but man, they could at least use Markelle Fultz’s basketball IQ off the bench.”

Via @IamKingPolk: “Crazy Markelle Fultz is still a free agent”

Via @whoisoriginel: “The fact that Markelle Fultz and Robert Covington are still free agents as NBA training camps begin is shocking to me.”

The 2024-25 NBA season begins Tuesday night when the Boston Celtics host the New York Knicks.