In a significant move this NBA offseason, veteran swingman DeMar DeRozan is set to join the Sacramento Kings on a three-year, $67 million contract. The deal comes as part of a multiteam sign-and-trade agreement involving the Kings, Chicago Bulls, and San Antonio Spurs, as reported by ESPN.
The Sacramento Kings will send guard Chris Duarte, two second-round picks in the NBA Draft, and cash considerations to the Chicago Bulls. Additionally, forward Harrison Barnes will be traded to the San Antonio Spurs as part of the deal.
DeRozan, who will turn 35 in August, had an impressive season with the Bulls in 2023-24, averaging 24 points and 5.3 assists per game. Despite missing out on the Eastern Conference All-Star lineup, he remained one of the league’s premier isolation scorers. Known for his mid-range prowess rather than three-point shooting, DeRozan is a three-time All-NBA selection and brings a wealth of experience to the Kings.
This move signifies the Kings’ ambition to bolster their roster and make a deeper run in the competitive Western Conference. For DeRozan, joining Sacramento offers an opportunity to lead a young team and potentially reshape the dynamics in the West.
The multiteam trade highlights the increasingly strategic maneuvers NBA teams are employing during the offseason. Fans around the world, including those in Asia where basketball enjoys immense popularity, will be eager to see how these changes impact the upcoming season.
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DeMar DeRozan to join Kings via multiteam sign-and-trade deal
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