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Well, since the Sacramento Kings are currently on a sinking ship for the billion and 12th season in a row, let’s draw the focus elsewhere.
Like to the locker room.
Bypassing right on past Kings center Domantas Sabonis’ 17-rebound show on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Lakers, along with point guard Darius Acuff Jr. making NBA history with his 205 points and 56 assists during h\is first eight games this season, let’s look at how THEIR relationship is going on and off the court.
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Of course, the media is obsessed with the rumors swirling around that Sabonis asked for a trade because of the rookie, but an NBA insider is shutting that down. For the most part.
According to Clutch Points reporter Brett Siegel, Sabonis and Acuff Jr. have a great relationship.
“The veteran helping spread his knowledge to the rookie, specifically in practices,” Siegel said, according to Legion Hoops post on X. “There are no ill feelings whatsoever between Sabonis and Acuff, nor is there any awkwardness existing between the big man and management. He would prefer a change in scenery, and he will likely get his wish over the next three months leading up to the Feb. 11 trade deadline.”
Sure, Sacramento in the wintertime is lovely and all, but Sabonis would just rather a be on a team that understands that he will be the best center available come the deadline.
“It isn’t a secret to anyone that Sabonis would prefer a change in scenery, and the Kings have been open to discussing trade opportunities for the three-time All-Star center since last season,” Siegel reported. “However, Sabonis has not demanded a trade from the Kings and isn’t stirring up drama behind the scenes as a result of wanting to be moved.
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“Instead, sources have described the situation as an ‘understanding’ between Kings’ leadership and Sabonis that a trade is inevitable.”
The Kings take on the San Antonio Spurs on Friday.
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