The Sacramento Kings are very serious about adding backcourt strength to the roster.
In fact, that is basically all they have been focused on this summer, and they may not be done yet.
According to Marc Stein, per Fullcourtpass, the Kings have “explored the possibility of creating a backcourt opening for Russell Westbrook.”
But they are looking to make the space for Westbrook without giving up Malik Monk.
Can they make a deal happen before training camp?
The Kings have explored the possibility of creating a backcourt opening for Russell Westbrook without trading Malik Monk, per @TheSteinLine
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Westbrook has been on the Kings’ radar for a few months now, but a deal hasn’t materialized.
The Kings aren’t in a rush to sign him because they know he is a free agent without many options.
In some ways, Westbrook needs the Kings more than they need him, especially with recent news that said he may not have a spot in the league if he turns down Sacramento.
Perhaps that is why they are attempting to make a deal that doesn’t require moving Monk.
They’re big fans of what he has done since coming to the team in the 2022-23 season.
He has averaged 15.3 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 4.8 assists since joining the Kings and was in the running for Sixth Man of the Year two seasons in a row.
He is a great guard, but the Kings might suffer from too many options when it comes to their backcourt if Westbrook comes on board.
Between minutes and salaries, will they be able to hold onto Monk and still add Westbrook?
They are obviously weighing all of their options and not racing to make anything happen.
But training camp is rapidly approaching, and the new season begins shortly after that.
Fans should expect to hear something about this situation in Sacramento soon.
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