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SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
2 days ago
For the first time since December 21 and 23, DeRozan has scored 20 points or more in back-to-back games. The decreased scoring output and percentages have the veteran wing outside the top-100 in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. DeRozan’s season-long value remains high, but he’s one of the players on the Kings’ roster worth watching as the trade deadline approaches. The Kings end Week 12 at home against the Rockets on Sunday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
5 days ago
DeRozan shot 3-of-6 from beyond the arc on Tuesday, the first time since December 18 (ten games) in which he’s made multiple triples in the same game. Fantasy managers don’t look to him for value in that category, but nights like Tuesday are helpful, considering the decreased scoring output. Compared to last season, DeRozan’s average (18.4) has declined by nearly four points. Because of the overall production and efficiency, he’s still offering top-50 value in nine-cat formats, but things could be better for the veteran guard/forward.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
10 days ago
DeRozan bounced back from an eight-point outing against the Clippers to lead the Kings in scoring and finish as the only one on his team to reach the 20-point mark. Per usual, the bulk of his scoring was done inside the arc, but he also made use of the free-throw line. The veteran wing had some utility as a facilitator, as well, and is capable of some strong fantasy performances so long as the Kings stay competitive enough for him to log heavy minutes.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
14 days ago
One day removed from scoring nine points in a win over the Mavericks, DeRozan looked more like himself on Sunday. He’s scored at least 22 points in three of his last four appearances, and the veteran wing’s fantasy value has improved recently. Over the past two weeks, DeRozan has provided top-25 per-game value in eight-cat formats. The Kings play four games in Week 11, starting with the Clippers on Tuesday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
15 days ago
DeRozan didn’t have a good night shooting the basketball, making 30 percent of his attempts from the field. But the ball was still in his hands quite often in crunch time, and the veteran wing provided solid value in the assist and defensive categories. With the Kings visiting the Lakers on Sunday, it would be unsurprising if the Compton native put on a show in his final game of Week 10.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
19 days ago
DeRozan put on a show before halftime on Tuesday, scoring 23 points on 8-of-11 shooting from the field. The Pistons did a better job of defending the veteran scorer after halftime, but he still finished with a season-high 37 points. The eight assists were a nice bonus for those with DeRozan rostered, as he did not contribute in the steals or blocks categories. The Kings are off until Saturday when they host the Mavericks.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
21 days ago
Four Kings players scored at least 21 points on Sunday, with DeRozan leading the way in their wild overtime victory. Since the start of December, the veteran wing has been an inconsistent scorer, tallying 20 points or more in three of the eight games he’s played. However, the overall production has been excellent, with DeRozan providing third-round value in nine-cat formats over the last three weeks. The Kings play three games in Week 10, starting wtih the Pistons on Tuesday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
22 days ago
As a team, the Kings shot 6-of-31 from beyond the arc, and DeRozan was 1-of-6. However, he did record a season-high five steals, one shy of his career-high. Over the last two weeks, DeRozan has been close to a top-50 player in eight-cat formats. While he has a higher offensive ceiling with Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis unavailable, it doesn’t matter much if the shots aren’t falling. Sacramento plays three games in Week 10, starting with the Pistons on Tuesday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
24 days ago
DeRozan had one of his best games of the season on Thursday, including a 3-of-4 effort from beyond the arc. The three-point shot remains a minimal part of his offensive repertoire, but the veteran wing has been proficient when he’s taken those shots. DeRozan is shooting over 40 percent from three on just over two attempts per game, with the percentage being the highest of his NBA career. DeRozan isn’t going to be a player who provides consistent value in that category, but he’s been far from a liability. Add that to his other tools, and he’s capable of threatening top-50 status before the season ends.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
DeRozan has scored at least 20 points in three of his last ten games, a surprising return from a player long known for his ability to put points on the board. The Kings’ lineup may be a factor, as it includes three ball-dominant players: DeRozan, Russell Westbrook, and Zach LaVine. While Domantas Sabonis (knee) being out may help alleviate some of the usage concerns, Westbrook is the only one who has benefited recently.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 1 month ago
DeRozan led the way offensively for the Kings, who had three players score at least 19 points on Sunday. Their issue was one DeRozan couldn’t help with: the inability to slow down Memphis center Zach Edey. Over the past two weeks, DeMar has provided fifth-round value in nine-cat formats, sitting just outside the top-50. Unfortunately, Sacramento has a bad Week 7 schedule, as they only play twice. DeRozan should be held, but there are Kings further down the pecking order who won’t be of much use to fantasy managers.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
The Timberwolves squandered a 10-point lead in the final three minutes, allowing DeRozan to sink a pair of free throws with 34 seconds remaining to force overtime. The 36-year-old veteran — who passed Alex English for 24th on the NBA’s all-time scoring list in the process — went a perfect 15-for-15 at the line and cracked the 30-point threshold for the first time this season. Sacramento has now won two straight after snapping its eight-game skid and will look to keep rolling Wednesday night against the Suns.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
DeRozan didn’t have a great game on Wednesday. The 36-year-old small forward was able to get to the free throw line and made 9-of-10 attempts, but shot just 4-of-12 from the field. DeRozan scored just 17 points and had five assists in the loss. The Kings will take on the Grizzlies on the second night of a back-to-back on Thursday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
It was more of the same from DeRozan in this one as 14 of his 15 shot attempts came from inside the three-point line, but the Kings dropped their sixth consecutive game despite San Antonio missing superstar Victor Wembanyama (calf). The 36-year-old veteran remains an efficient scorer, but doesn’t offer much else for fantasy purposes at this stage of his career. The Kings are on the road for three challenging games against the Thunder, Grizzlies and Nuggets this upcoming week.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
about 2 months ago
DeRozan logged one of his least productive games of the season on Wednesday — he set season lows in points, field-goal attempts, and minutes. To be fair to the veteran forward, there weren’t many positive takeaways for any of Sacramento’s main rotation players on a night in which they trailed by as many as 44 points at home before losing by 33. DeRozan will have a chance to bounce back against the Timberwolves on Friday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
2 months ago
Traditionally a player whom fantasy managers could count on to approach top-50 value, DeRozan has not played to that standard thus far. While his scoring and three-point production were solid on Sunday, his point and assist averages have decreased compared to the 2024-25 numbers. With Zach LaVine in the fold for a full season and the Kings adding Dennis Schröder and Russell Westbrook as free agents, there are more options for DeRozan to contend with. And that doesn’t factor in the eventual return of Keegan Murray from a preseason thumb injury. DeRozan will still be a valuable option in standard leagues, but getting back to top-50 status will be challenging.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
2 months ago
DeRozan was limited to 29 minutes on Friday in the blowout loss to OKC. In his minutes, he shot efficiently and logged more three-point makes against the Thunder than he had combined prior to Friday’s contest. Still, the veteran scorer finished with fewer than 20 points and had minimal impact as a facilitator or defender. Aside from his contributions from beyond the arc, there wasn’t much for fantasy managers to get excited about.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
2 months ago
DeRozan has scored 25 points or more on three occasions this season, including Wednesday’s win over the Warriors. The absences of Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis put a little more on Deebo’s plate, enabling him to attempt at least 20 shots in a game for the second time this season. DeRozan did not provide much value outside of points and free-throw percentage, but he remains a top-100 player in nine-cat formats.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
2 months ago
DeRozan and the Kings rebounded from a slow start to knock off the Bucks in Milwaukee, and their ability to get to the foul line was a factor. DeRozan was one of three starters to make at least eight free throws, and the Kings outscored the Bucks by a 35-20 margin at the foul line. For the season, DeRozan is shooting over 50 percent from the field but 78.4 percent from the foul line. The latter percentage and limited defensive production are why he’s ranked just outside the top-75 in nine-cat formats. The Kings play four games during Week 3.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
3 months ago
After needing 22 shots to score 21 points in Sunday’s loss to the Lakers, DeRozan was a bit more efficient on Tuesday. Despite shooting 64.7 percent from the foul line, he’s done what fantasy managers expected, providing fifth-round value in nine-cat formats. That shouldn’t change for DeRozan anytime soon. However, if he can boost the free-throw percentage while continuing to provide excellent steals value, Deebo’s fantasy ceiling may be higher than anticipated.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
3 months ago
DeRozan’s had better nights shooting the basketball, but he still finished Sunday’s defeat with his second 20-point game of the season. Remove Friday’s win over the Jazz, in which he only attempted nine shots, and he’s put up 37 in the other two games. DeRozan will continue to get his shots, giving him a shot at providing top-50 fantasy value. The player whose fantasy value may be most negatively impacted is Domantas Sabonis. Foul trouble was a factor on Sunday, but Domas (10/14/3/3 with one three-pointer) has attempted 17 shots through two games. That’s a concern, especially for managers who grabbed him with a first-round pick.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
3 months ago
DeRozan and Phoenix’s Dillon Brooks were locked in an entertaining back-and-forth throughout Wednesday’s game, but the veteran scorer did not let the trash talking derail him. DeRozan only missed five field-goal attempts on the night, shooting 11-of-15 from inside the arc. The issue for him was the foul line, with the Kings guard/forward going 4-of-9. DeRozan is a career 84.2 percent shooter from the charity stripe, so it’s safe to assume nights like Wednesday won’t become the norm. Also, the rebounds and assists compensate for the low free-throw percentage.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
3 months ago
DeRozan was held out of Friday’s preseason finale against the Lakers due to a sore groin. He’s been given a clean bill of health, so the veteran wing will occupy his usual place within the Kings’ starting lineup. Fantasy managers need to ensure DeRozan is in their lineups before they lock.
Source: NBA Injury Report

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
3 months ago
DeRozan has a sore groin, so he will not play in Friday’s preseason finale. The question is whether the issue is severe enough to threaten his status for Sacramento’s October 22 regular-season opener against the Suns. Sacramento will already be without Keegan Murray (thumb), and it’s possible Domantas Sabonis also misses the start of the season after straining his hamstring on Wednesday.
Source: James Ham

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan went out firing on Wednesday, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Like other key Kings players, his fantasy value took a hit after De’Aaron Fox was traded to San Antonio. The lack of a point guard who can set up others consistently proved problematic for the Kings, who now have some significant decisions to make this offseason. DeRozan can approach top-50 fantasy value, but the task gets much easier when on the court with a legitimate lead guard.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan has scored 21 points or more in six straight games, providing consistent offensive value to fantasy managers. However, the defensive production has limited his value, with Deebo being a sixth-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. For DeRozan managers whose leagues run through Week 23, the Kings play four games, starting with Monday’s road trip finale in Detroit. He’ll be especially valuable in points leagues and for managers who don’t need defensive production.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
DeRozan and the Kings didn’t have to break much of a sweat to handle the Hornets on Friday, taking a 19-point lead into the half and never looking back. He’s scored at least 21 points in five straight appearances, averaging 24.8 per while shooting 50.6 percent from the field. DeRozan’s overall production has only been good for sixth-round value during this stretch, but that’s due primarily to his limited defensive output. The Kings end Week 22 with a game in Cleveland on Sunday.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
9 months ago
After scoring 31 points in Monday’s loss to the Pacers, DeRozan put up another 29 on Wednesday. He’s scored at least 20 points in 11 of his last 12 outings, except a March 25 loss to Oklahoma City. Over the past month, DeRozan has provided eighth-round value in nine-cat formats. That’s three rounds lower than his season-long value, with slight dips in his defensive stats being a factor. Sacramento continues to hang around in the race for a play-in spot in the West, which ensures DeRozan will play starters’ minutes for the rest of Week 22.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
10 months ago
DeRozan entered this game having scored at least 20 points in nine of his last 10 games without ever reaching 30 points, but he was able to achieve that mark in Monday’s loss. This was just DeMar’s fourth 30-point game since the All-Star break, but Sacramento has now lost six of their last seven games. They now hold a one-game lead over the Suns for the final play-in spot, but their next two games are against Washington and Charlotte, which should give them some breathing room. Regardless, DeRozan will continue to provide buckets with consistency.

SAC • Guard-Forward • #10
10 months ago
DeRozan has scored at least 20 points in nine of his last 10 outings but has not recorded a 30-point game since March 9. However, he’s only shot 43.5 percent from the field over the past two weeks, negatively impacting the veteran wing’s fantasy value. DeRozan has only been an eight-round player in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks, a disappointing return for a player who has been a top-50 option for most of the season. DeRozan and the Kings begin a four-game Week 22 on Monday against the Pacers.