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03 July 2025

• [Hoops Rumors] - Free Agent Rumors: Kuminga, CP3, Horford, Westbrook, Lillard
  The Kings are “very engaged” on Warriors restricted free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga, according to Matt George of ABC 10 in Sacramento (Twitter links). While the Kings have seemingly been extremely willing to discuss Malik Monk in trade scenarios, Monk likely wouldn’t be involved in any deal for Kuminga, says George, noting that Golden State […]
• [Sportskeeda] - Warriors Trade Rumors: Three-Team Trade Sending Jonathan Kuminga to California Rival In Works, Dubs Landing 6'10 Croatian
  The Golden State Warriors are reportedly working on trading Jonathan Kuminga to California-based rival, the Sacramento Kings.
• [Sports Illustrated] - Pistons Linked to Possible Blockbuster Trade With Warriors, Kings
  A three-team blockbuster trade between the Detroit Pistons, Golden State Warriors, and the Sacramento Kings is being discussed early in the morning on the East
• [Sports Illustrated] - NBA Insider Reveals Harsh Truth on Potential Warriors-Kings Trade
  The Golden State Warriors are reluctant to send Jonathan Kuminga to the Sacramento Kings.
• [Hoops Wire] - NBA Notes: Kings, Dennis Schroder, Knicks, Mike Brown, Nets
  Kings The Kings are acquiring veteran guard Dennis Schroder from the Pistons via sign-and-trade, according to The Detroit Free Press’ Omari Sankofa II. The move, which sends Schroder to Sacramento on a three-year, $45 million contract, allows the Kings to absorb the deal into their existing $16.8 million trade exception — giving them the flexibility […] The post appeared first on .
• [ClutchPoints] - Sources: Kings, Pistons turn Dennis Schroder into sign-and-trade deal
  The Sacramento Kings will be adding veteran point guard Dennis Schroder, who decided to sign with the team in free agency, by way of a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons, league sources told ClutchPoints on Wednesday evening. After lengthy discussions with the Pistons when the free agency period opened, the two sides moved on from […] The post appeared first on .
• [ESPN] - Four ways new coach Mike Brown could change the Knicks' game plan
  The Mike Brown era begins in New York. How much different will the Knicks look next season?
• [Last Word on Sports] - Crossroad Kings ‘Very Engaged’ On Trade For NBA Champion
  The Sacramento Kings are at a crossroads. While having signed Detroit Pistons unrestricted free agent to in order to shore up their sheer point guard depth, they also want to bring Denver Nuggets unrestricted free agent on board. However, Westbrook is the Kings because they still have on the roster, per NBA insider Chris Haynes (h/t NBACentral on X). With that in mind, Monk was the Pistons in a sign-and-trade for Schroder, per The Stein Line insider Jake Fischer. Crossroad Kings ‘Very Engaged’ On Trade For Jonathan Kuminga Sacramento has “remained open still to a sign-and-trade of Malik Monk to Detroit,” according to ABC10’s Matt George. Sounds like the Monk aspect of the Kuminga deal has more to do with the Warriors being less interested in him. Obviously, the Kings would need to open up the space to absorb Kuminga. — Matt George (@MattGeorgeSAC) “Meanwhile, the Kings are very engaged on the Jonathan Kuminga front in a deal which, I'm told, likely wouldn't involve Monk,” he adds. George’s report comes from Fischer about Sacramento’s willingness to include Monk in a trade package for Golden State Warriors restricted free agent . Breaking Down The Situation Ultimately, there are likely three facts that are true. First, Schroder is signing to the Kings. Second, Westbrook would like to sign with the Kings. Third, the Kings would like to sign Kuminga. [caption id="attachment_148595" align="alignnone" width="300"] Mar 13, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) dunks ahead of Sacramento Kings forward Isaac Jones (3) during the fourth quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images[/caption] The only question is whether Monk will be traded in a deal for Schroder, Kuminga or another player. That answer likely depends on the Pistons and Warriors interest in him. At this juncture, it doesn’t seem as if either team is pressing towards his acquisition. What Should The Kings Do? If Sacramento doesn’t move Monk at all, they likely can forget about Westbrook. With that being said, Monk is the more effective player at this point of their careers. Frankly, they might be better off with the 2024 Sixth Man of the Year finalist. However, Westbrook is an experienced primary facilitator and the Kings desperately needed one last season. Missing out on Kuminga is a different story though. While the former seventh overall pick hasn’t been a schematic fit for the Warriors, he’s young (22) with plenty of two-way potential. As a starter, he’s averaged 15.5 points in 28.1 minutes per game. When he plays 30+ minutes, he averages 20.8 points per game. Because All-Star center is such an effective 3-point shooter and dribble hand-off operator, his weaknesses will be minimized and his strengths maximized. The complication comes in the fact that Golden State would likely want 2022 No. 4 pick in return. Though he hasn’t been remarkably consistent in his young career, he’s a promising 3-and-D forward. Thus, he’s a fit for a Steve Kerr-run offense but Sacramento would be loathe to trade him. If the Kings can get creative, perhaps involving additional teams, it could work though. The Portland Trail Blazers, two-time NBA champion last month, could be one such option. The post appeared first on .
• [Sports Illustrated] - New Report on Potential Kings-Pistons Trade After Free Agent Signing
  The Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons have resumed talks for a sign and trade of Dennis Schroder.
• [USA Today: Hoops Hype] - Malik Monk to Pistons still a possibility?
  Matt George: The Sacramento Kings have remained open still to a sign-and-trade of Malik Monk to Detroit. They still have a few days to complete that. Meanwhile, the Kings are very engaged on the Jo…