The Sacramento Kings are looking into trading DeMar DeRozan, as reported by Barry Jackson from the Miami Herald. DeRozan, who’s a six-time All-Star, wants to join the Miami Heat, but money might make that hard. Still, other teams like the Los Angeles Lakers are interested in him as a free agent.
At 34 years old, DeRozan has shown no signs of decline, maintaining impressive statistics with the Chicago Bulls last season: averaging 24.0 points and 5.3 assists per game while playing the highest minutes per game in the league.
The Bulls, meanwhile, are open to exploring a sign-and-trade, with discussions potentially involving Sacramento’s Harrison Barnes or Kevin Huerter, both of whom the Kings are reportedly looking to move.
Sacramento, despite recent player acquisitions like Malik Monk and Jalen McDaniels, seeks to bolster its roster with an experienced scorer like DeRozan.
The Kings, led by general manager Monte McNair, have been competitive in the tough Western Conference but have struggled to make deep playoff runs, with only one first-round appearance in recent years.
While talks between Sacramento and Chicago have yet to yield a deal, the Kings remain poised to engage further should DeRozan’s other suitors lose interest. With a history of playoff experience and scoring prowess, DeRozan represents a valuable asset for any team looking to strengthen its roster for the upcoming season.
