Sacramento Kings select Alex Karaban 29th overall in NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Alex Karaban was chosen 29th overall by the Sacramento Kings in the first round of the NBA Draft on June 26, 2026. The 6-foot-8 forward from UConn brings a versatile skillset and winning experience, having achieved the most wins in UConn history. Karaban is expected to play a crucial role off the bench, potentially behind DeMar DeRozan. The Kings, who finished with just 22 wins last season, aim to improve their postseason chances with Karaban’s elite shooting and defensive awareness.
- •Karaban was a standout player for UConn, recording a career-high 27 points in a recent game.
- •The Kings finished last in the Western Conference last season.
- •Karaban provides needed floor spacing for playmakers like Domantas Sabonis and DeMar DeRozan.
- •Dan Hurley commented on Karaban's potential impact on the Kings.
- •Karaban's defensive IQ is expected to add stability to the Kings' bench.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — How will Alex Karaban fit in with the Sacramento Kings?
"Karaban’s offensive skillset will blend in nicely with Sacramento’s stars.
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