The Sacramento Kings had a highly successful 2025 NBA Draft, headlined by their move into the first round to select Nique Clifford with the 24th overall pick. But their draft success didn’t end there. The Kings also snagged one of the biggest steals of the draft in Maxime Raynaud at No. 42, and capped off the night by adding a solid two-way player in undrafted free agent Dylan Cardwell.
The Kings have already improved their roster by adding a promising group of rookies, but with free agency now underway, they have a chance to completely reshape their identity and become a true contender in the Western Conference. Under the leadership of new general manager Scott Perry, the franchise appears to be in far more capable hands, with a clear vision for the future.
However, one key issue remains unaddressed following the draft: the lack of a true point guard. Given the importance of the position, it’s understandable that the Kings chose not to take a risk on an unproven rookie. Instead, they’re expected to target a veteran presence in free agency.
One name that has recently emerged as a potential fit is 12-year NBA veteran. Top star, who is coming off a whirlwind 2024–25 campaign in which he suited up for three different teams, is now a free agent and could offer the Kings the experience and stability they need at the point guard position.
According to a new report from NBA insider Marc Stein via The Stein Line, the Sacramento Kings are currently seen as the frontrunners to land veteran point guard Dennis Schroder in free agency.
“Free agency doesn’t officially start until Monday at 6 PM ET, but league sources say that numerous teams are operating under the belief that the Sacramento Kings have the best chance to sign Dennis Schröder away from the Detroit Pistons, while the Dallas Mavericks are increasingly regarded as the favorites to sign D’Angelo Russell,” Stein reported.
This news reinforces the Kings’ intent to address their need for a veteran floor general as they look to take the next step under new general manager Scott Perry.
While 31-year-old Dennis Schroder may not be the long-term solution at point guard for Sacramento, he could serve as an ideal short-term answer—a steady, experienced playmaker capable of running the offense during a transitional season. The Kings find themselves in a bit of a financial bind this offseason, dealing with some less-than-ideal contracts, but they’re projected to have far more cap flexibility next summer. In that context, bringing Schroder in on a one-year deal makes a lot of sense.
Such a move would provide the Kings with immediate stability at the position without forcing them to overpay in a trade or commit long-term to a stopgap solution. It would also allow them to remain patient and strategic as they evaluate long-term options.
According to Marc Stein, “The early ballpark for Schröder is a first-year salary in a new deal that matches the full \$14.1 million midlevel exception,” suggesting that a deal is financially feasible for Sacramento.
Schroder, who has already played for nine teams over his 12-year NBA career, seems comfortable moving from team to team—but it’s likely he’d prefer to settle into a stable role. For a Kings squad in urgent need of a competent floor general, signing Schroder on a short-term deal would be a smart, low-risk move that could pay dividends in the short term while keeping long-term flexibility intact.