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Kings confirm they will not waive Zach LaVine's contract

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:03 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Kings confirm they will not waive Zach LaVine's contract

Summary

The Sacramento Kings announced they will not waive shooting guard Zach LaVine's contract for the upcoming season. LaVine has one year remaining on his $49 million deal as the Kings enter a rebuilding phase. Despite previous discussions around a potential buyout, Kings insider James Ham stated the team will keep LaVine on the roster for the 2026-27 season. There have been no talks regarding a buyout, which further indicates that LaVine will remain with the team to start the season.

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By the Numbers

•Kings will retain Zach LaVine for the 2026-27 season.
•LaVine's contract totals $49 million for this year.
•The team is undergoing a rebuild after a poor season.
•No discussions on a buyout have occurred with LaVine.
•LaVine is expected to start the season on the roster.

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3:03 AMYahoo Sports — Zach LaVine Won’t Be Waived & Stretched by the Kings

What they're saying

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The Sacramento Kings have no interest in waiving and stretching the final season of shooting guard Zach LaVine’s contract.LaVine has just one season left on his contract with the Kings at $49 million for 2026-27. But with the Kings being one of the worst teams in the NBA and beginning a rebuild in Sacramento, it […] The post Zach LaVine Won’t Be Waived & Stretched by the Kings appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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