Trying to find value in this free agency period isn't so much like trying to find a needle in a haystack, as it is trying to find specific coins in a wishing well. You're just reaching down and hoping to pull out the desired denomination.

There's so much money and so many teams with space, no one knows what to expect. Various executives have made noise about not overpaying, but if you see an opportunity to improve the team, you have to take it, and you can justify most decisions under that paradigm.

With that in mind, here are 10 free agents likely to outperform their market value.

A backup point guard, he's as close to a starter as you get from a backup. Lin was phenomenal in Charlotte last season, a huge reason for their success in reaching the playoffs as a No. 6 seed. Lin's feel for the game has always been top level, and he understands how to run the pick and roll. His defense isn't good, but puts forth effort, which is all you need from the perimeter if you have a rim protector. Lin isn't likely to sign a big-money deal; he's more likely to come in below $14 million, which is great value for an impact rotation player this summer.

Lin is a career 34.6 percent 3-point shooter who averages 5.9 assists per 36 minutes. He's going to be good no matter where he signs.

He's developed a reputation as a scrub, even looking the part. He's short, scruffy and consistently dances with dirty play. (Of note, watch the reactions of people to Draymond Green and Dellavedova. Even beyond fan allegiances, you get different reactions to each. You can like Draymond or Dellavedova, but not both, which is kind of hilarious.)

Does Dellavedova cross the line? Surely. But the behavior is prescribed as his entire skill set, and that's not the case. Dellavedova shot 41 percent from 3-point range and averaged 6.5 assists per 36 minutes. He's good at lobs and simple bounce passes, doesn't wildly force his way into traffic, searches for the right play and knocks down open shots.

He isn't going to change the complexion of any team, but given his cost, there's every reason to think he'll wind up being sneaky good just as he's been in Cleveland... even if he's mostly known for just being sneaky.

This athletic five-year veteran is a 40-percent 3-point shooter. He keeps finding himself in situations where he's surprisingly good on a bad team. His length is a boon defensively, which complements his outside touch. Thomas also wants to win. His disappointment in close Knicks losses was painted on his face, and you don't get the sense he's stat-hunting. Thomas could wind up getting less than eight-figures in free agency, which in this market is a steal. Evan Turner is a better player, but I don't know how much more valuable he is.

The big Georgian was great in Milwaukee, then sputtered in Dallas. But he's still a rim-protecting big no one wants to mess with, and serious playoff teams need that. Pachulia sets solid screens and has touch on putbacks, which is underrated in this league. He's 32, but for a veteran big, that's still pretty spry. Get him on a reasonable-money, two-year deal, and watch him help your team win in all sorts of under-the-highlight ways. If your team lacks backbone, add Zaza.

A 27-year-old, 6-foot-4, 41-percent 3-point shooter with defensive upside. He really blossomed last season under Fred Hoiberg, throwing in some rebounds and steals for good measure. He's a fill-in piece, but given his relative name value in a crowded wing list, he likely won't get a top offer but figures to deliver better value.

Getting good return on a restricted free agents is difficult, but Powell might be snag-able from Dallas, if the Mavs land the free agents they're seeking. Powell found a way to put his considerably athletic 6-11 frame to good use. He shot 49 percent last season, 47 percent in the playoffs. He's a rim runner and can be used as a top-end finisher at either big spot. The league wants stretch 4s, and stretch 4s only, but if you pair his athleticism with a stretch 5, you could really have something.

This guy is a rim protector who hasn't rim protected. His rim protection numbers per Nylon Calculus are awful, but it's hard to believe his athleticism won't be helpful in that regard somewhere else. He's also good at containment in pick and roll. He fell out of the Celtics' rotation in favor of Kelly Olynyk and small-ball units with Amir Johnson and Jared Sullinger, but for the price, you'd rather have what Zeller likely will command rather than Sullinger. Zeller is a functional third or fourth big entering his best seasons.

He's only 28 after coming into the league so young and understands his role. He doesn't mind coming off the bench and works relentlessly to correct holes in his game. Missing the ability to stretch the floor, he dedicated himself to finding an 18-foot jumper. He's danced with being a 3-point shooter in Denver, but his comfort zone is mid-range out of the pick and roll.

Defensively, he studies scouting reports, communicates and calls out coverages and has the mobility to contain on the perimeter. He's also a quality screener. If he's looking to go somewhere and win, he could wind up being a third big who closes games because of his defense.

In a weak point guard class, you look for who you can get on a reasonable deal. Augustin is a journeyman who once started for the Bobcats, though that was one of the worst teams of all time. But he's also been a firebug third guard for several teams including the Bulls, Thunder and Nuggets last year. His size hurts defensively and he struggles with pick-and-roll passes in traffic. But he can run an offense and when he gets hot can knock down five shots in a row. If he comes in under $10 million per year, he's worth a multiyear contract.

Just a guy who helps. I'm big on "helpers," guys who don't have big glaring weaknesses, even if they don't have huge skills. Booker's a hustle maniac, shot 49 percent from the field last season, and averaged a double-double per 36 minutes. Put him in the rotation and let him help. His 3-point shot dropped off to 29 percent, but he's still really effective, especially on the defensive end.