Sacramento Kings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Daeqwon Plowden News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings, Daeqwon Plowden Agree To Two-Year Contract

Restricted free agent wing Daeqwon Plowden is returning to the Kings on a two-year, $5.1MM contract, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

DeMar DeRozan News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Predicting What the Kings Do With DeMar DeRozan Amid Reported Drift

The Sacramento Kings have had a relatively quiet offseason so far, despite being at the forefront of many rumors around the league. Outside of an impressive three-player draft class headlined by new franchise point guard Darius Acuff Jr., re-signing standout forward Precious Achiuwa, and trading Devin Carter, the Kings have stayed calm.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 2

NBA Rumors: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Rockets, Dorian Finney-Smith, Celtics

The Kings and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan appear headed toward a split. According to multiple reports, DeRozan is hoping his situation is resolved soon, whether through a trade or by being waived.

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Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Darius Acuff Jr. Sends Strong Message to Kings Fans Ahead of Rookie Year

The Sacramento Kings got unlucky by dropping to the seventh pick in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery. However, it all worked out on draft night. The Kings landed Arkansas Razorbacks product Darius Acuff Jr., and there are plenty of reasons to be excited about the incoming rookie.

UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

Joshua Van's flyweight title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 328 claimed top honors in the UFC.com staff voting for best fights of the first half of 2026, marking Van's third consecutive first-place finish in the midyear category.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Kings Commit to New Rookie Emanuel Sharp With Three-Year Contract

The Sacramento Kings had a huge 2026 NBA Draft, headlined by their selection of Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick, but they did not stop there.

DeMar DeRozan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Kings rumors: DeMar DeRozan wants to get the heck out ASAP

With all the topsy-turvy in the offseason, it seems Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan has been stuck in purgatory, which is arguably the most awful place to be in the NBA.

Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal

The Kings have signed rookie guard Emanuel Sharp to a three-year deal worth a total of $6.35MM, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link). Signed using the second-round pick exception, Sharp’s deal will pay him his minimum salary, with a team option on the third year.

Adam Flagler News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

Kings Sign Former Thunder Guard Adam Flagler for Backcourt Depth

The big move for Jalen Duren to the Sacramento Kings may be on ice, but Scott Perry and the rest of the front office continue their work on the fringes of the roster with the latest two-way deal, signing Adam Flagler to a two-way contract this afternoon.

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Jalen Duren News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

What Latest Jalen Duren Intel Means for the Kings' Pursuit

The 2026 NBA offseason has already been a wild one, and the Sacramento Kings are looking to get in on the action. The Kings have reportedly met with restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, as the two sides could try to set up a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons to send the All-Star to Sacramento.

Precious Achiuwa News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Kings, Precious Achiuwa Agree To Two-Year Deal

The Kings are bringing back big man Precious Achiuwa, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), who reports that the two sides have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth $11.5MM.

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NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Kings to re-sign ex-Knicks forward to $11.5 million contract

The Sacramento Kings have been rather quiet during the initial days leading up to the start of the NBA free agency period, but they did strike a deal with one of their own free agents, agreeing to terms with forward Precious Achiuwa, as per NBA insider Chris Haynes.

Jalen Duren News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30

3 Eye-Opening Stats That Support Kings' All-In Move for Jalen Duren

The Sacramento Kings' exciting offseason continues with rumor after rumor, and a week after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick, fans around Sacramento are buzzing once more.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30

Five Kings Storylines to Monitor Ahead of NBA Free Agency

The Sacramento Kings were expected to be busy on the trade market this offseason, but how active they would be in free agency remained a question. However, that feeling has changed now.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 29

Lakers’ Smith, Kings’ Hayes Have Team Options Declined

The Lakers have opted against exercising Nick Smith Jr.‘s team option for the 2026/27 season, and the Kings have likewise declined Killian Hayes‘ ’26/27 option, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter links).

Jalen Duren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Kings rumors: Sacramento wants to ‘change the narrative’ with Jalen Duren sign-and-trade

This offseason has been a crazy ride to follow. Between the surprising trades, the drama between players and teams, and all of the anticipated movement this offseason, there’s a lot to look forward to.

Killian Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Kings end Killian Hayes reunion by declining team option

The Sacramento Kings created another opening on their roster Monday by declining Killian Hayes’ team option and sending the former Detroit Pistons lottery pick into unrestricted free agency.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

Are Pistons, Kings nearing sign-and-trade to swap Duren, Sabonis?

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Zach Lavine News / Ball Exclusives / June 29

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine opts into massive player option

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has opted into his $49 million player option according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. This will be the final year of his original five-year $215 million extension he signed with the Chicago Bulls prior to being traded to the Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Why Darius Acuff Jr. wanted to play for Doug Christie, Kings all along

The Sacramento Kings used the No. 7 overall pick of th 2026 NBA Draft on Darius Acuff Jr. He is expected to step right into a starting role with the potential of becoming the franchise player.