The Sacramento Kings are expected to explore trade options involving Domantas Sabonis ahead of the 2026 offseason, according to NBA insider Evan Sidery on X on May 20. Sidery reported that the franchise is positioning itself to move toward a younger frontcourt direction while seeking draft assets in return.
Sacramento’s situation comes after a season in which Sabonis played a reduced sample of 19 games, producing 15.8 points, 11.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game on 54.3 percent shooting. His production remained efficient, but availability and long-term roster direction have become central discussion points within the organization.
The Kings finished the 2025-26 regular season outside the playoff field, with a roster built around Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan carrying significant offensive responsibility. The team also leaned on veteran playmaking from Russell Westbrook while integrating younger contributors into the rotation.
A key financial factor is Sabonis’ contract structure. He is set to earn $94.1 million over the next two seasons, including $45.5 million in 2026-27 and $48.6 million in 2027-28. That level of commitment has increased the likelihood that Sacramento will explore a reset, especially if the front office prioritizes draft capital ahead of a deeper rebuild timeline.
Sidery also noted that the Kings would prefer 2026 draft assets in any potential deal, signaling a shift toward long-term roster flexibility rather than retooling around the current core. The reported internal direction includes a growing belief in development around rookie big man Maxime Raynaud, who averaged 12.5 points and 7.5 rebounds while shooting 57.1 percent from the field.
As the NBA Draft approaches in June, league executives are monitoring whether Sacramento formalizes its stance and begins actively engaging in trade talks centered on future assets.
