Mario Hezonja expresses interest in joining Sacramento Kings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 2:56 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Mario Hezonja has informed Real Madrid of his desire to return to the NBA, specifically aiming for a signing with the Sacramento Kings. The Croatian forward previously had a five-season stint in the NBA, drafted by the Orlando Magic in 2015. Kings general manager Scott Perry, who drafted Hezonja, may be integral to the potential signing. Hezonja has excelled overseas, most recently leading Real Madrid to the EuroLeague Championship game and earning accolades, including the 2025-26 Spanish League MVP. A deal for Hezonja is expected to be structured as a veteran minimum contract, allowing him to prove himself in the league again.
- •Hezonja aims to rejoin the NBA after his time in Europe.
- •Scott Perry's history with Hezonja may influence the Kings' decision.
- •Hezonja's recent performance includes high scoring in EuroBasket qualifiers.
- •Hezonja hopes to sign a minimum contract to re-establish his career.
- •Kings show interest in adding a two-way player to strengthen their lineup.
- 2:56 PMYahoo Sports — Keep a Close Eye on Mario Hezonja Signing With the Sacramento Kings
"Mario Hezonja informed Real Madrid that he’s looking to rejoin the NBA earlier this week. Before that, Hezonja, a Croatian-born forward, played five seasons in the NBA with multiple teams. The Orlando Magic drafted him in 2015 with the fifth overall pick. The Knicks signed him in 2018, and Portland did the same in 2019. […] The post Keep a Close Eye on Mario Hezonja Signing With the Sacramento Kings appeared first on The Lead.
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