Kings are expected to retain Zach LaVine through offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 8, 2026, 1:14 AM
Last updated Jul 8, 2026
The Sacramento Kings appear set to keep Zach LaVine as they navigate luxury tax issues following the release of DeMar DeRozan. With LaVine opting into his $49 million contract, trade speculation, including interest from the Atlanta Hawks, has diminished. The Kings aim to develop rookie Darius Acuff Jr. alongside LaVine, though defensive concerns linger amid their offensive focus. Reports indicate the Kings have no plans for a buyout of LaVine.
- •Kings waived DeMar DeRozan to address luxury tax issues.
- •Zach LaVine opted into his $49 million contract for next season.
- •Trade talks involving LaVine and Trae Young have not resurfaced.
- •Rookie Darius Acuff Jr. will share backcourt responsibilities with LaVine.
- •Defensive weaknesses may pose challenges for the team's structure.
- 1:14 AMYahoo Sports — Kings Likely Sticking With LaVine Through Offseason
"Sacramento maneuvers around luxury tax hurdles to retain the veteran scorer, pairing his elite perimeter shooting with rookie Darius Acuff Jr. to anchor an offensive-heavy backcourt rotation.
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