Sacramento Kings trade rumors heat up (June 2, 2025)! Three players reportedly targeted by Eastern Conference teams after a 40-42 season. Will McNair shake up the roster?
StatPro NBA Beat Reporter
Sacramento woke up Monday to a jolt of offseason speculation as reports surfaced identifying three Kings players as 'favorites' to be traded to an Eastern Conference team. This news, coming off a frustrating 40-42 season that saw the team miss the playoffs, signals that General Manager Monte McNair might be ready to make some significant changes to the roster.
After finishing 9th in the West with a 40-42 record, the question isn't *if* changes are coming for the Kings, but how drastic they'll be.
The primary buzz on June 2nd came via an article from Svyato Rovenchuk, who reported that three unnamed Sacramento Kings players are high on the trade target list for at least one Eastern Conference franchise. While the specific players remain under wraps for now, the implication is clear: the Kings' front office is actively exploring avenues to reshape the team. A 40-42 record and a 9th place finish in the Western Conference, ultimately missing the postseason, was evidently not the outcome anyone in Sacramento had hoped for, especially after ending the playoff drought just two seasons prior. This sets the stage for what could be a very active summer.
The 2024-25 season, despite its disappointing end, did see some notable individual performances. DeMar DeRozan, in his first year with the Kings, led the team in scoring with an impressive 22.2 points per game. Domantas Sabonis continued to be a double-double machine, leading the team with 13.9 rebounds and a surprising 6.0 assists per game, showcasing his all-around impact. On the defensive end, Keon Ellis emerged as a pleasant surprise, leading the team with 1.5 steals per game, while Keegan Murray topped the charts in blocks with 0.9 per game. These statistics highlight the core talents the Kings possess, but also raise questions about the supporting cast and overall team chemistry that led to a sub-.500 record. Are any of these statistical leaders part of the trade discussions, or is the team looking to deal other assets to better complement them?
The trade talk and offseason strategy were undoubtedly hot topics on local airwaves. The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross on Sactown Sports 1140 dedicated significant time to dissecting the Kings' path forward. Discussions likely revolved around the team's 4th place finish in the Pacific Division, the reasons behind missing the playoffs, and what kind of moves – trades, free agency, or draft picks – could propel them back into contention. Fan sentiment is a crucial part of the NBA landscape, and the buzz in Sactown is palpable; there's an expectation for proactive measures to improve the squad.
The whispers have started, and with a fanbase hungry for a return to playoff contention, this offseason promises to be one of the most pivotal in recent Kings history. Stay tuned as the rumors solidify and the front office begins to make its moves.
