DeRozan Pushes Exit; Sasser to Dallas Looms
DeMar DeRozan’s ultimatum forces Sacramento’s hand, Sasser inches closer to Dallas, and Houston hesitates on Finney-Smith before the Aug 29 deadline.
7 million contract. This isn't just a request; it is an ultimatum that places the front office in a precarious position regarding their financial future and roster construction. The Kings are financially hamstrung and under the gun to move the veteran forward before that date to avoid cap penalties, making his urgency a critical pivot point for their rebuild strategy.
Sacramento’s leverage has eroded with each passing day; teams know they must act fast or risk absorbing DeRozan’s full cap hit for the season. 7 million salary over three years, crippling the Kings’ ability to retool around their young core. Sacramento’s inability to land a premium return reflects the market’s wariness of long-term for a 34-year-old wing with a declining playoff usage rate.
