The Sacramento Kings will waive veteran DeMar DeRozan, turning the six‑time All‑Star into a notable free‑agent target and freeing up the cap as the franchise pivots toward youth. The decision follows trade exploration and points to a summer of roster reshaping.

Zach LaVine has exercised a $49 million player option for 2026-27, keeping the veteran with the Sacramento Kings and reshaping the club’s offseason cap picture. The move complicates trade and roster decisions as the front office readies for free agency.

The Kings used the No. 7 pick on Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr., a Detroit native and SEC Player of the Year with breakout scoring and playmaking credentials.