Kings sign Alex Karaban, 29th pick in 2026 NBA draft, to contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 10:09 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The Sacramento Kings announced the signing of Alex Karaban to a rookie scale contract on July 2, 2026. Karaban, a former UConn forward selected 29th overall in the 2026 NBA draft, will earn $2,948,280 next season. He played a pivotal role in leading the Huskies to their third national championship game in four years, averaging 13.2 points and 5.3 rebounds during his senior season. Karaban will make his debut in the upcoming California Classic, starting Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets.
- •Karaban averaged 13.2 points and 5.3 rebounds last season at UConn.
- •He was a first-team All-Big East selection and NCAA All-Tournament Team member.
- •Karaban set UConn records for wins, starts, and 3-pointers made in his career.
- •He will play in the California Classic starting July 5 against the Brooklyn Nets.
- 10:09 PMYahoo Sports — Kings sign No. 29 overall pick Alex Karaban to rookie scale contract
"The Kings have signed former UConn forward Alex Karaban, the 29th overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft, to his rookie scale contract.
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