The Kings may want to trade Domantas Sabonis. Other teams may want him. The problem, as usual, is the price. Sacramento has explored the market for Sabonis since at least last season’s trade deadline, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Toronto and Charlotte both discussed potential deals with the Kings, with the Raptors’ interest described […]
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Jalen Duren reportedly turned down a Detroit Pistons contract offer in the 5-year, $190 million range, and his restricted free agency continues to become one of the biggest storylines surrounding Detroit. I’m joined by Sean Murphy, Detroit Pistons beat reporter for Detroit Sports Nation, to break down the latest Jalen Duren contract news, Detroit’s reported $190 million offer, the possibility of Duren taking the qualifying offer, Sacramento Kings interest, and what this ongoing contract stando...
The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit. Carter was acquired from the Kings earlier this summer along with a 2033 second-round pick. The Hawks didn’t send anything back, making the deal a fairly basic salary dump from Sacramento’s perspective. Because Carter’s $5.16 million salary is guaranteed, Atlanta doesn’t create any immediate cap relief by waiving him....
The Boston Celtics have shown interest in signing Devin Carter once the former lottery pick clears waivers, according to Jake Fischer. Fischer reported Friday that the Atlanta Hawks are waiving Carter, who spent his first two NBA seasons with the Sacramento Kings. Boston is among the teams monitoring his availability and could pursue him after […]
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The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit. Carter was acquired from the Kings earlier this summer along with a 2033 second-round pick. The Hawks didn’t send anything back, making the deal a fairly […]
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The Celtics may be looking to take a low-cost swing on a former lottery pick. Specifically, Boston has expressed interest in signing guard Devin Carter once he clears waivers, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The Hawks waived Carter on Friday, less than three months after acquiring him and a 2033 second-round pick from the Kings. Sacramento selected the former Providence standout with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. His NBA career has gotten off to a choppy start. Ca...
The Kings' Jonathan Kuminga offer to the Warriors has aged terribly, underscored by the Hawks waiving Devin Carter on Friday.
The Atlanta Hawks have moved on from Devin Carter, waiving the 24-year-old guard, according to HoopsHype. Carter spent last season with the Sacramento Kings, where he appeared in 38 games and averaged 18.4 minutes per contest. During that stretch, the guard produced 8.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game.
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Ben Simmons is getting another chance to prove he can still help an NBA team. The Sacramento Kings gave him a one-year deal after watching him work out and go through medical testing, creating a low-commitment chance for the former All-Star to restart his career. The timing also fits Sacramento’s roster needs. The Kings drafted [...]
While a Jalen Duren trade from the Detroit Pistons to the Sacramento Kings was unrealistic all summer long, a new […]
Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon received a lot of public criticism from coaches around the NBA for the contract […]
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento Kings remain highly interested in Detroit Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren and could create the room to sign him to a max-salary contract next offseason, Sam Amick and Hunter Patterson of The Athletic reported Friday. Duren has three very serious suitors if he reaches unrestricted free agency in 2027, […]
Ben Simmons pushed back on criticism from longtime NBA veteran Patrick Beverley about his comeback after signing with the Sacramento Kings.
All-Star center Jalen Duren is the only notable NBA restricted free agent who has yet to resolve his contract situation, as he reportedly still hasn't found common ground with the Detroit Pistons.
Ben Simmons is back in the NBA after a one-year absence, as the Sacramento Kings took a chance on him this summer. However, his return drew flak from several fans and former players, including Patrick Beverley. Beverley said on record that Simmons doesn’t deserve the opportunity, citing Russell Westbrook, Cam Thomas, and Victor Oladipo as [...]
Warriors veteran Draymond Green makes his feelings known on Ben Simmons, Darius Acuff Jr. and the Sacramento Kings.
The Panel has a heated debate about Domantas Sabonis and whether he is truly a legit NBA center or more of a tweener. The panel also breaks down the Sacramento Kings’ roster and questions whether they even have a starting-level center. Is Sabonis the right player to build around at the 5, or do the Kings need to make a change? Watch The Panel for the full Sacramento Kings and Sabonis debate. 🔴 Full Episode:https://www.youtube.com/live/TmvCsyt0uyI 📅 Live Episodes Every Week: Weekdays @ 11AM EST...
Hoops Rumors’ Arthur Hill held a live chat today exclusively for Trade Rumors Front Office subscribers. Topics included Karl-Anthony Towns’ extension talks with the Knicks, a potential Steve Ballmer spending spree in response to the penalties against the Clippers, Jalen Duren’s future with the Pistons, Ben Simmons’ comeback with the Kings, Brandon Miller’s next contract with […]
If Domantas Sabonis really wants out of Sacramento, there are three NBA teams that can make that move happen.
As the 2026-27 NBA season draws closer, former NBA player Richard Jefferson is not ruling out the possibility of Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons returning to All-Star form. During an appearance on ESPN’s “The Aussie Hoops Hour” podcast, Jefferson was asked what expectations should surround Simmons after the Kings signed the former three-time All-Star to […]
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Big offseason trades might not be finishe yet, but the Clippers say they're done.
Richard Jefferson believes Ben Simmons still has the talent to become an All-Star next season, although he cautioned against placing firm expectations on the new Sacramento Kings guard. Discussing what the NBA should expect from Simmons, Jefferson emphasized the mental side of returning from a difficult stretch of injuries and limited availability. “I think you […]
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Dylan Harper’s rookie season went about as well as an NBA rookie season can go without ending in a championship. The Spurs guard earned first-team All-Rookie honors, helped San Antonio reach the NBA Finals and established himself as a major part of the franchise’s future. Still, losing to the Knicks took some of the shine […]
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Draymond Green is happy to see Ben Simmons get another opportunity in the NBA after the former All-Star agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings. Speaking on The Draymond Green Show, the Golden State Warriors forward said Simmons’ reaction to finally feeling healthy stood out to him after the 30-year-old spent […]
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Draymond Green is happy that former NBA star Ben Simmons is back in the league. Simmons reportedly prepared for his return once the offseason started. The former three-time All-Star held several workouts in the summer. It paid off as the Sacramento Kings signed him to a one-year, $3.5 million deal. The Kings took a chance [...]