The Sacramento Kings have agreed to acquire Jonas Valanciunas from the Washington Wizards for Sidy Cissoko and two second-round picks. The Kings will send a 2028 second rounder via the Denver Nuggets and their own second in 2029 to the Wizards. The Phoenix Suns were also interested in acquiring Valanciunas. In 49 games with the Wizards, Valanciunas averaged 11.5 points, 8.2 … [Read more...] about Jonas Valanciunas Traded By Wizards To Kings For Sidy Cissoko, Two 2nd Rounders
Rising Belief That Suns Could Trade Kevin Durant, Discussing Deals With Teams Other Than Warriors
There's a rising belief around the league that the Phoenix Suns could trade Kevin Durant before Thursday's deadline, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The People's Insider. The Suns are also talking to other teams than the Warriors about a potential deal. Fischer and Stein add that the Suns have shown a "greater willingness" to talk Durant trades than in the past. It … [Read more...] about Rising Belief That Suns Could Trade Kevin Durant, Discussing Deals With Teams Other Than Warriors
Kings Interested In Stephon Castle
The Sacramento Kings have interest in acquiring Stephon Castle in a possible De'Aaron Fox trade with the San Antonio Spurs. There is skepticism, however, that the Spurs will be willing to include him any offer. Castle was the No. 4 overall pick by the Spurs out of UConn and he has had a hugely impressive rookie season. The Spurs could presumably feel comfortable offering the … [Read more...] about Kings Interested In Stephon Castle
Warriors Believe They Could Still Trade For Jimmy Butler; Also Inquire On Kevin Durant
The Golden State Warriors believe they remain in the mix on a trade for Jimmy Butler, sources told The Athletic on Monday. This follows ESPN's report on Sunday evening that it had been communicated to the Warriors that Butler was unwilling to sign an extension with the team should they trade for him. Butler prefers a trade to the Phoenix Suns as they are the team most willing … [Read more...] about Warriors Believe They Could Still Trade For Jimmy Butler; Also Inquire On Kevin Durant
Kings Not Interested In Jimmy Butler
The Sacramento Kings have ruled out pursuing a trade for Jimmy Butler as they navigate an increasingly complex situation of their own with De'Aaron Fox. Fox has indicated he does not plan to sign a long-term contract with Sacramento, prompting the team to explore trades that would return both established players and draft picks. While Butler could potentially fill the scoring … [Read more...] about Kings Not Interested In Jimmy Butler