Though the Kings star is making his future intentions clear, he's doing so while giving Sacramento a chance to fully evaluate the market.
Kings shooting guard DeMar DeRozan gave an honest answer about his future amid De'Aaron Fox's trade speculation.
The Spurs can offer more draft picks than pretty much anyone but fail to have players who can keep the Kings afloat. Yahoo's Kevin O'Connor suggested a mock trade that would give the Kings some running room. Kings get: John Collins, Collin Sexton, two first-round pick (unspecified)
Monk racked up a team-high 21 points (8-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 117-104 loss to the 76ers. Monk led the Kings in scoring with 21 points Wednesday,
Regardless of whether the Sacramento Kings move De'Aaron Fox by the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline, they need to recognize this as an organizational pivot point.
The clock is ticking on Sacramento. Would Houston or Orlando make a play for the point guard? Or will the Spurs form a dynamic duo?
With the trade deadline looming, De'Aaron Fox could be back on the trading block after a season of speculation.
Kings star DeMar DeRozan admitted De'Aaron Fox's uncertain future with the team makes his decision to remain in Sacramento "tough."
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The Sacramento Kings made a splash in the 2024 offseason, acquiring six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan via sign-and-trade with the Chicago Bulls. Pairing DeRozan with De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis was an incredible move on paper, but the Kings have had an underwhelming season.
The Los Angeles Lakers aren't expected to be in the mix for De'Aaron Fox, but if they're willing to saddle up and make this offer, the Sacramento Kings will have trouble saying no.