DeMar DeRozan waived by Kings, enters free agency amid interest
ESPN • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 6:58 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026
DeMar DeRozan has been waived by the Sacramento Kings, making him a free agent as of July 6, 2026. The six-time NBA All-Star was with the Kings since 2024, who had explored trade options before opting for the buyout. Now, several contenders, including the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers, are expected to pursue him, with the Clippers particularly interested in bringing him back to his hometown of Compton, California.
- •DeRozan was waived after the Kings' unsuccessful trade pursuits.
- •His expiring contract is partially guaranteed.
- •Lakers and Clippers could be top destinations for DeRozan.
- •DeRozan played for the Kings since 2024.
- •Multiple NBA contenders are expected to show interest.
- 7:48 PMESPN — Sources: DeRozan cut by Kings, hits free agency
- 6:42 PMYahoo Sports — Could DeMar DeRozan come home to Los Angeles after Kings waived him?
"Six-time NBA All-Star wing DeMar DeRozan was reportedly waived by the Sacramento Kings on Monday, leaving him as one of the top free agent available.
"Multiple contenders are expected to have interest in DeMar DeRozan after the Kings waived the six-time All-Star, making him a free agent.
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External links- ESPNJul 6, 2026, 7:48 PMSources: DeRozan cut by Kings, hits free agency
Multiple contenders are expected to have interest in DeMar DeRozan after the Kings waived the six-time All-Star, making him a free agent.
- Yahoo SportsJul 6, 2026, 6:42 PMCould DeMar DeRozan come home to Los Angeles after Kings waived him?
Six-time NBA All-Star wing DeMar DeRozan was reportedly waived by the Sacramento Kings on Monday, leaving him as one of the top free agent available.
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