In a surprising twist of NBA offseason speculation, Sacramento Kings emerge as potential contenders in the race to sign DeMar DeRozan, according to insider Marc J. Spears of ESPN.
DeMar DeRozan, currently an unrestricted free agent, has decided against re-signing with the rebuilding Chicago Bulls. Despite interest from big-market teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, the veteran guard is in no rush to make a decision, unwilling to settle for offers around the mid-level exception of $12-13 million per season.
During the 2023-24 season with the Bulls, DeRozan showcased his scoring prowess, averaging 24.0 points along with contributions in rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks, maintaining solid shooting percentages across the board.
Originally signed to the Bulls in 2021 via a lucrative sign-and-trade deal with the San Antonio Spurs, DeRozan has carved an impressive career path, earning multiple All-NBA and All-Star honors across stints with the Toronto Raptors, Spurs, and Bulls.
While the Kings missed out on postseason action in 2024, falling short in the play-in game against the New Orleans Pelicans, they are actively reshaping their roster. Key moves include potential trades involving Harrison Barnes and Kevin Huerter, with interest reported from the Bulls for the latter.
Sacramento’s core now centers around De’Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, and rising star Keegan Murray, bolstered by recent re-signing of Malik Monk, known for his scoring prowess off the bench. The Kings are also exploring other options, including potential acquisitions of Brandon Ingram from the Pelicans and Lauri Markkanen from the Utah Jazz, signaling their ambition to strengthen their lineup for the upcoming seasons.
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