Bulls writer says the DeMar DeRozan-Kings move ‘makes sense’

Aug 5, 2024, 11:14 AM

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 04: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls goes up for a shot on Kee...

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We are just over two months away from seeing DeMar DeRozan in a Sacramento Kings uniform.

During this week’s action on Stiles & Watkins, Chicago Bulls writer Jason Patt of ClutchPoints joined the show to share his thoughts on DeRozan’s fit with the Kings, explain why he feels the move makes sense for Sacramento, and much more.

Plus: Can DeRozan help elevate Keegan Murray’s NBA potential?

Topics Discussed

The current state of Chicago sports is… not great
What type of player are the Kings getting in DeMar DeRozan?
How can DeRozan help Keegan Murray develop as an NBA player?
Does Jason have any concerns about DeRozan’s fit with Sacramento?
“Overall, what he gave the Bulls was incredible… Given what they gave up to get DeMar, what they did makes plenty of sense.”
Will DeRozan be able to adapt to the Kings’ high-pace offense?

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More on Kings forward DeMar DeRozan

The Kings and DeRozan came to an agreement on a three-year, $76 million deal (third year is partially guaranteed at $10 million) on July 8th.

DeRozan has been one of the NBA’s top scorers over the past decade, averaging 23.5 points per game since the start of the 2013-14 season. The 6’6 wing is coming off an impressive 2023-24 campaign that saw him average 24.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.1 steals per game on 48/33/85 shooting splits.

The veteran is a gifted scorer in the mid-range, knocking down nearly 50 percent of his jumpers from 10-to-16 feet. DeRozan is also reliable in crunch time, posting top-three finishes in Clutch Player of the Year voting over the past two seasons.

Getting to the foul line is an art form for DeRozan, as the newest member of the Kings ranked second among all NBA leaders in made free throws, third in attempts, and fifth in attempts per game (7.7).

DeRozan is one of 15 NBA players to average 25+ points and 5+ assists per game over the past three seasons–joining potential future teammate De’Aaron Fox–while ranking fifth in Win Shares among the talented group.

Adding DeRozan’s scoring and playmaking abilities to Sacramento’s core is a clear upgrade for a roster that has been in need of a facelift.

When is the next Sacramento Kings offseason date of interest?

The dog days of the NBA offseason have arrived.

Sacramento will continue to look to add to its roster before players report for training camp at the end of September. The Kings currently have some open roster spots that general manager Monte McNair will have to fill in the coming weeks and months.

Be sure to stay locked into Sactown Sports for all of your Sacramento Kings news on player signings, trades, game recaps, and more for the upcoming season.

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