2021 NBA Free Agency: Top 5 underrated players available in the summer

3) Lonzo Ball (New Orleans Pelicans)

New Orleans Pelicans' Lonzo Ball is set to command a lot of interest in NBA free agency

After being criticized for his poor jump shot since his debut season, Lonzo Ball made major improvements in that regard this year, making 37.8% of his 3-point attempts. His playmaking was also on point, as the former LA Lakers star dished out 5.7 assists despite sharing the ball with Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson.

Lonzo Ball, set to be restricted free agent, 'would love' to return to Pelicans. Zion Williamson wants him back. But that decision is far from being made - on both ends. https://t.co/ZFF4GwIe9E

— Andrew Lopez (@_Andrew_Lopez) May 17, 2021

Ball is set to test NBA free agency waters in the upcoming offseason. His size, defense and playmaking make him a unique prospect who could command a sizable contract.

2) Tim Hardaway Jr. (Dallas Mavericks)

Dallas Mavericks' Hardaway Jr. might enter NBA free agency in the summer

Tim Hardaway Jr. has been impressive for the Dallas Mavericks, making an impact both off the bench and when being inserted into the starting lineup. He goes into the postseason on the back of averages of 16 points and 3 rebounds on 44-39-81 shooting splits.

Hardaway Jr. has provided the Dallas Mavericks with a scoring punch whenever he has been on the floor, whether it's through his ability to get to the rim or by taking 3-point shots. Hardaway Jr. has the potential to be one of the best sixth men in the NBA, and remains an underrated player who should garner a lot of interest in NBA free agency.

1) Spencer Dinwiddie (Brooklyn Nets)

Brooklyn Nets' Spencer Dinwiddie will be a sought after NBA free agency target

Spencer Dinwiddie's 2020-21 NBA season was cut short just three games in, as he suffered an ACL tear that ruled him out of the campaign. However, there is no doubt over the point guard's ability, which was on full display last year when both Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving were out with injuries.

Dinwiddie averaged 20 points and close to seven assists in the 2019-20 season, forming a reliable backcourt partnership with Caris LeVert. Dinwiddie's leadership skills were also impressive, as he took a severely undermanned Brooklyn Nets team to the first round of the NBA playoffs.

Asked about Spencer Dinwiddie's status for the playoffs. Steve Nash says he's been in LA basically the entire season: "I'm not sure what the plan is for him or what he wants to do."

— Kristian Winfield (@Krisplashed) May 16, 2021

The Brooklyn Nets now have a stacked roster that doesn't necessarily need Dinwiddie's services, making him expendable. The former Detroit Pistons man has the complete offensive package, and there is a high probability that he will be a part of a major bidding war in NBA free agency.