After 10 seasons in the NBA, Trey Lyles is leaving the NBA to play overseas with Real Madrid in the EuroLeague.
Lyles joined the Kings in 2022 as part of the trade that sent Marvin Bagley to the Detroit Pistons. Lyles turned out to be a solid piece in that deal and a nice boost off the bench. His rebounding, stretch shooting, and ability to switch and play small ball center made him an important part of the Kings rotation. He was part of the 2023 Beam Team that finished third in the Western Conference and snapped Sacramento’s 16-year playoff drought.
During his time the Kings he averaged 7.9 points and 4.6 rebounds. His production last season was hampered by injuries and all of the changes the team went through. He averaged 6.5 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists last season.
Lyles wasn’t flashy but you knew what you were going to get from him – dependable minutes. He had stretches that were vital to some Kings wins.
Beat of luck with Real Madrid, Trey. Thanks for helping snap the drought.