The Sacramento Kings are entering a pivotal offseason, with new GM Scott Perry and newly promoted head coach Doug Christie tasked with transforming a talented but disjointed roster into a competitive unit. Despite having big names like Domantas Sabonis, Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine, the Kings are lacking the most essential piece for offensive cohesion—a true point guard.
As Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints notes, the trade market for point guards is thin, largely due to uncertainty around franchises like Atlanta and Memphis. If the Hawks or Grizzlies decide to pivot, stars like Trae Young or Ja Morant could enter the trade conversation—both of whom would be major, expensive swings for Sacramento, particularly if they’re willing to part with a key asset like Keegan Murray.
More realistic, however, might be mid-tier options from Indiana, where the Pacers could consider moving either Andrew Nembhard or veteran TJ McConnell. With Myles Turner headed for free agency, Indiana might need to shed salary to keep its core intact. Both guards would provide Sacramento with reliable playmaking and structure—especially Nembhard, who offers long-term upside as a steady floor general.
Any dealings with Indiana would inevitably resurrect memories of the Kings’ infamous trade that sent Tyrese Haliburton to the Pacers—a cautionary tale that still lingers with fans. That history underscores the pressure on Perry to earn trust and get this offseason right.
Would you like me to mock up a Kings trade proposal for Nembhard or McConnell—or go bold with a pitch for Trae Young?