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March 27, 2008 - There's a decent mix of talent available this week, between veterans with opportunities for more playing time and talented rookies like Joakim Noah and Jeff Green who have shown some maturation in their first seasons. Check out the full scope of the free agent market with this week's edition of the Free Agent Finder.

1. SG Jerry Stackhouse, Dallas Mavericks - Stackhouse had stepped into the starting lineup and picked up his production, even before Dirk Nowitzki sprained his knee and ankle. Now, with Dirk out for at least the next two weeks, Stack will be asked to pick up some of the slack in Nowitzki's missing 23.6 points per game. Over his last 10 games, Stackhouse has averaged 13.8 points, 3.2 assists and 1.6 3s.

2. PF/C Joakim Noah, Chicago Bulls - Noah's offensive game still has a ways to go, but he's been a quality contributor for the dysfunctional Bulls. He's capable of putting up a big number in rebounds, blocks or steals (in order of probability). He crashes the offensive glass and creates some easy opportunities to himself. Otherwise, his scoring average (8.4 ppg as a starter) would really be an eye sore.

3. SF Jeff Green, Seattle Supersonics - Green is becoming a more assertive scorer, something he struggled with during his career at Georgetown, and he's getting plenty of shots for the young Sonics. Since the All-Star break, he's averaging 12.5 points and averaging 10.9 field goal attempts (compared to 7.7 in the first half). His quality length and rounded skill set also make him a quiet threat in 3s, steals and blocks.

4. SG Ronald Murray, Indiana Pacers - Sure, Murray will crash and burn with his shooting on occasion. The Pacers have unleashed him on the Eastern Conference, and fantasy owners should ride this streak as long as it lasts. Don't be fooled into thinking you've got a long-term option, but Murray's help, however long it lasts, spans points, 3s, assists and steals.

5. PF Nick Collison, Seattle SuperSonics - Collison hangs around the waiver wire because most owners aren't wowed by upside when they see his stat line. But, at this point in the year, there may not be any power forwards available that can match Collison's production. He is a surefire bet to shoot better than 50%, can knock down his free throws, and has double-double potential.

6. C Joel Przybilla, Portland Trail Blazers - You could do worse if you're hunting for a shot blocker at this time of year. Those without any baggage are already on your competitors' rosters. Przybilla has averaged 5.6 points, 11.4 rebounds and 66.7% shooting, while blocking at least one shot in all 13 of his March games. Prototypical big man production comes at a detriment to your scoring, but overall, a quality add.

7. SG Daniel Gibson, Cleveland Cavaliers - Gibson is expected back from a severely sprained ankle next week and can be an immediate jolt to your team's 3-point shooting. The landscape has changed in Clevleand since he exited the lineup and the Cavs have more perimeter threats, but Gibson's smooth, reliable stroke, will translate to playing time immediately.

8. SF/PF Wilson Chandler, New York Knicks - Chandler is a gamble, no doubt. He's young - turns 21 in May - and lacks polish, but he's also got plenty of potential and a long wing span. As the Knicks have had fewer reasons to trot out disgruntled veterans, Chandler has been a prime beneficiary, starting the last nine games and scoring in double figures in the last four.

9. C Spencer Hawes, Sacramento Kings - Brad Miller is banged up at a time when the Kings are curious to see what they've got in Hawes. Unfortunately for fantasy owners, Hawes appears to need DNPs from Miller to have any kind of value. Production levels off the bench are spotty at best, and remember, Hawes is just 19 years old - an awfully young age for a big man. Don't expect many more of the 19-point, 12-rebound efforts he had at Memphis over the weekend.

10. PG Smush Parker, Los Angeles Clippers - Somebody's got to play the point guard position for the Clips, and Parker was signed to do it in the absence of Sam Cassell and Shaun Livingston. He's played at least 25 minutes in four of his last five games and averaged 7.2 points, 5.0 assists, 1.6 steals and 0.8 3s over that span. He'll offer decent production in those categories, even if a timeshare with Brevin Knight continues.

Also keep an eye on:

SG Kirk Snyder, Minnesota Timberwolves - Snyder is getting his best opportunity yet to showcase his skills. He was sent from Houston to Minnesota in February and has since moved into the starting lineup. He's scored in double figures in three straight and has averaged 9.8 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 52.5% shooting as a starter.

PG Mardy Collins, New York Knicks - Collins is a truly terrible shooter, and playing time has been no guarantee. But he's a big guard that can rebound, pass and knock down the occasional 3. Monitor his consistency, especially with playing time.

SF Julian Wright, New Orleans Hornets - Maybe 2007-08 isn't the year for fantasy production - his play his still too inconsistent - but Wright has good prospects for the future. He's shown glimpses of filling the stat sheet with solid numbers in points, rebounds, steals, blocks and assists.