Domantas Sabonis trade discussions likely as Kings consider rebuilding
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 5:18 PM
Last updated Jun 6, 2026
Domantas Sabonis may become central to the NBA offseason as the Sacramento Kings contemplate a rebuild following a 22-60 season. The Kings have seen their roster fail to provide clear direction after a playoff return in 2023. League executives anticipate that Sacramento will be open to trade offers for Sabonis, who is under contract for $45.47 million next season. The team has younger center options available, which could facilitate a long-term pivot. Sabonis’s unique playing style and significant salary complicate his trade value, making for a challenging offseason for the Kings.
- •Sacramento finished the season with a 22-60 record.
- •Domantas Sabonis has averaged 19.0 points and 13.1 rebounds this season.
- •Kings may prioritize shedding salary over maximizing trade value.
- •Teams rumored to be interested include Toronto, Chicago, Phoenix, and Washington.
- •Kings are exploring rebuilding options after playoff drought success.
- 5:18 PMYahoo Sports — Domantas Sabonis likely to be available for trade as Kings eye rebuild after 60-loss season
"Domantas Sabonis could become a central figure in the NBA offseason if the Sacramento Kings decide to rebuild after a 22-60 season. Three years after ending their historic playoff drought, the Kings have drifted back toward the bottom of the league with a roster that no longer fits one clear direction.
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