The Sacramento Kings are considering trading Keon Ellis, potentially as part of a package including DeMar DeRozan and/or Malik Monk, with teams like Cleveland, Minnesota, Indiana, Boston, New York, and the Lakers showing interest.
The Sacramento Kings are exploring multiple trade scenarios involving Keon Ellis, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. Some of these possibilities could include packaging veteran forward DeMar DeRozan and/or combo guard Malik Monk with Ellis.
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Interest in Ellis has been growing, with Fischer and Marc Stein reporting that the Cleveland Cavaliers have joined a growing list of teams pursuing the versatile swingman.
Previously, Minnesota, Indiana, Boston, and New York were among the teams expressing interest, alongside the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ellis has emerged as one of the most notable names on the trade market ahead of the February 5 deadline, thanks in part to his affordable $2.3 million contract for the 2025-26 season and the following year.
There's a strong belief around the league that the Kings are seeking a first-round pick in return for the 26-year-old.
This season, the four-year NBA veteran is averaging 5.5 points (36.2% from three) and 1.3 rebounds over 42 games, including five starts.
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