Kings coach praises Maxime Raynaud's shooting development for upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Maxime Raynaud has impressed the Sacramento Kings' coaching staff with his shooting improvement during the NBA Summer League. The 7-foot-1 center, who earned a spot on last year's All-Rookie Second Team, reportedly showcased a smoother jump shot and increased confidence from three-point range. An assistant coach suggested Raynaud could play alongside Domantas Sabonis, as both offer complementary skills. His production at Summer League included a notable performance with 20 points against the Washington Wizards, indicating potential for a bigger role this season. Discussions around Raynaud's playing time suggest he may face competition from Dylan Cardwell, known for interior defense, leaving his impact on the rotation uncertain.
- •Raynaud averaged one three-point attempt per game last season.
- •He increased his three-point attempts and made 32.4% last season.
- •Impressive Summer League performance included 20 points against Wizards.
- •Raynaud may share time with Dylan Cardwell this season.
- •His shooting improvement could affect team spacing and chemistry.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — How Does Maxime Raynaud’s Shooting Impact the Kings?
"Maxime Raynaud earned a spot on last year’s NBA All-Rookie Second Team primarily for his play around the rim. The Kings, however, believe the 7-foot-1 center is capable of much more. In a chat with Spotrac’s Keith Smith, an anonymous Kings assistant coach highlighted that Raynaud has grown as a shooter. They also discussed the […] The post How Does Maxime Raynaud’s Shooting Impact the Kings? appeared first on The Lead.
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