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3 Trade Destinations For Domantas Sabonis

Three-time All-Star Domantas Sabonis wants out of Sacramento. That seems to be the prevailing notion, particularly after he switched agents this summer to Aaron Mintz of CAA. That's the same agent that engineered a Trae Young trade out of Atlanta last season, and the one who got Walker Kessler dealt from Utah to the LA Lakers.  Sabonis is eligible for a contract extension, but there isn't one forthcoming at this point from the Kings, who are building a young core.  Let's have a look ...

Ben Simmons’ Kings contract reportedly non-guaranteed, with $1 million at stake

Ben Simmons is officially a member of the Kings. Staying one will apparently be up to him. Simmons signed a one-year, non-guaranteed contract worth up to $3.5 million, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto reports that Simmons will earn $1 million if he makes Sacramento’s opening-night roster. So while the former No. 1 overall pick has completed his NBA comeback in one sense, he still has some work to do. The Kings officially signed Simmons earlier this week after he sat out the ent...

Kings reportedly rejected Trae Young-for-Zach LaVine trade before Wizards deal

Apparently the Kings could have had Trae Young. They just didn’t want everything that came with him. Before Young was traded from the Hawks to the Wizards, Atlanta offered him to Sacramento in a deal for Zach LaVine, according to Kings insider James Ham. Sacramento declined. “The Kings, of course, had been offered Trae Young at […] The post Kings reportedly rejected Trae Young-for-Zach LaVine trade before Wizards deal appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Ben Simmons’ Kings contract reportedly non-guaranteed, with $1 million at stake

Ben Simmons is officially a member of the Kings. Staying one will apparently be up to him. Simmons signed a one-year, non-guaranteed contract worth up to $3.5 million, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scotto reports that Simmons will earn $1 million if he makes Sacramento’s opening-night roster. So while the former No. 1 overall […] The post Ben Simmons’ Kings contract reportedly non-guaranteed, with $1 million at stake appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Hornets still viewed as potential Domantas Sabonis suitor, but there’s a catch

The Hornets apparently haven’t disappeared entirely from the Domantas Sabonis conversation. But there’s still a fairly significant issue. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Charlotte remains a potential landing spot for the Kings center. The problem is that Sacramento and prospective trade partners don’t necessarily agree on what Sabonis is worth. The Kings believe they […] The post Hornets still viewed as potential Domantas Sabonis suitor, but there’s a catch appeared first on Hoops Wir...

Ben Simmons’ deal is non-guaranteed

Ben Simmons is returning to the NBA after reaching an agreement with the Sacramento Kings on a one-year contract. The 30-year-old has signed a non-guaranteed deal that could be worth as much as $3.5 million. Simmons will have to earn his place on Sacramento’s roster, with $1 million becoming guaranteed if he remains with the […] The post Ben Simmons’ deal is non-guaranteed appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Fischer’s Latest: Hawkins, Grizzlies, Vincent, Kings, Sabonis, More

After being traded from New Orleans to Memphis on Tuesday, former first-round pick Jordan Hawkins will likely get “a chance to stick around” and compete for a spot on the Grizzlies’ 15-man regular season roster, NBA insider Jake Fischer said during his latest live stream for Bleacher Report (video link). If the Grizzlies do end […]

Draymond Green Reacts To Michigan’s Controversial Win, Ben Simmons to Kings & Clippers Future

Draymond kicks off the show by reacting to Michigan’s very suspect win over Western Michigan after the clock expired. Then, he goes around the NBA and discusses Ben Simmons signing with the Kings, Amen Thompson getting an extension from the Rockets, Brandon Ingram landing with the Clippers after Kawhi Leonard punishment, Cathy Engelbert retiring as WNBA commissioner, Charles Barkley stepping down from Inside The NBA after this season, Pat Beverley claiming he started T-Wolves winning ways, and...

Heat insider raises eyebrows with ‘notable’ Zach LaVine observation

Although the Sacramento Kings wasn’t interested in buying out Zach LaVine, that could change mid-season, as the Miami Heat are expected to have eyes on the situation. The Heat were reportedly interested in LaVine this summer, which is an option the team could revisit during the 2026-27 season. The Heat will be monitoring LaVine and […] The post Heat insider raises eyebrows with ‘notable’ Zach LaVine observation appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Patrick Beverley recalls Clippers contract talks

Patrick Beverley has recalled the contract negotiations that preceded his departure from the Los Angeles Clippers, saying he turned down more money from the Sacramento Kings because he wanted to remain with the Clippers. “I signed a three-year $40 million contract with the Clippers. I turned down a three-year $50 million with Sacramento just to […] The post Patrick Beverley recalls Clippers contract talks appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA rumors: Kings insider forced to refute fake Domantas Sabonis trade to Hornets that went viral

Sacramento Kings star Domantas Sabonis became the center of a viral NBA rumor after a supposed trade between his team and the Charlotte Hornets spread online. The latest trade chatter claimed Charlotte was finalizing a deal for the Sacramento star. The rumored package centered on Grayson Allen, Grant Williams, and two first-round picks. However, Kings […] The post NBA rumors: Kings insider forced to refute fake Domantas Sabonis trade to Hornets that went viral appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Ben Simmons Urged to Become Draymond Green Without One Key Skill After His Return to NBA

The Sacramento Kings may be taking their biggest gamble yet by signing Ben Simmons. But Jason “White Chocolate” Williams believes the former No. 1 overall pick can reinvent himself by embracing a vital new role as he attempts to revive his NBA career. Speaking on the Hoopin’ N Hollerin’ podcast, the former NBA champion and […] The post Ben Simmons Urged to Become Draymond Green Without One Key Skill After His Return to NBA appeared first on EssentiallySports .

Draymond Green Explains Why Ben Simmons Move Could Be Big

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA, and Draymond Green believes his arrival in Sacramento could make life considerably easier for Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. Simmons signed a one-year, $3.5 million deal with the Kings after spending a year away from the league. While expectations surrounding the former No. 1 overall pick remain uncertain, […] The post Draymond Green Explains Why Ben Simmons Move Could Be Big appeared first on Basketball Forever .

Dylan Harper addresses De’Aaron Fox tension rumors

Dylan Harper has directly addressed speculation surrounding his relationship with De’Aaron Fox, dismissing suggestions of tension between the San Antonio Spurs guards and emphasizing Fox’s role in his development during his rookie season. In an exclusive conversation with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson of ScoopB.com, Harper said he and Fox “never had a problem” despite online […] The post Dylan Harper addresses De’Aaron Fox tension rumors appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

NBA apžvalgininkas: „Sabonis nori palikti Sakramentą“

Domanto Sabonio ateitį Sakramento „ Kings “ gretose ir toliau gaubia nežinomybė. Nors kalbos apie potencialius mainus sukasi jau kurį laiką, šįkart NBA apžvalgininkas Jake'as Fischeris pranešė, kad jų norėtų pats lietuvis.  Apžvalgininkas tai susiejo ir su Sabonio sprendimu vasarą pakeisti savo agentą . Naujasis aukštaūgio agentas Aaronas Mintzas praėjusį sezoną įgyvendino Trae Youngo mainus iš Atlantos ir Walkerio Kesslerio mainus iš Jutos. „Yra kalbų, kad pats Domantas...

Ben Simmons’ former coach says Kings getting a different player

Ben Simmons is officially back in the NBA. According to someone who knows him particularly well, the Kings may be getting a different version of him. David Patrick, Simmons’ godfather and former coach with LSU and the Australian national team, told Sacramento’s Sactown Sports 1140 that the 30-year-old looks healthier, hungrier and more confident after his extended time away from the NBA. “Being off a year and a half gives you a new lease on life, so to speak,” Patrick said. “It also takes less...

Ben Simmons’ former coach says Kings getting a different player

Ben Simmons is officially back in the NBA. According to someone who knows him particularly well, the Kings may be getting a different version of him. David Patrick, Simmons’ godfather and former coach with LSU and the Australian national team, told Sacramento’s Sactown Sports 1140 that the 30-year-old looks healthier, hungrier and more confident after […] The post Ben Simmons’ former coach says Kings getting a different player appeared first on Hoops Wire .

Trademark filing hints at more ABA celebrations for New York Nets

The Brooklyn Nets could be in for more ABA-related fun during the 2026-27 season. Last week, the team announced plans to celebrate the franchise’s 60th anniversary with an “ABA Night” on November 18. This week, a Sacramento Kings fan account on X discovered the NBA filed to trademark the term “ABA CHALLENGE SERIES” and an […]