• Loading stock data...
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Tuned In is Almost Sold Out! Limited Tickets Remain!

NBA Trade Deadline Heats Up: Kings Open Trade Talks for De’Aaron Fox

The Kings are exploring offers for their All-Star point guard over a week from the Feb. 6 trade deadline.

Jan 27, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) reacts during the second quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Less than two years after leading the Kings to their first playoff berth in 16 seasons, De’Aaron Fox may be on his way out of Sacramento.

The Kings have opened up trade talks for Fox, who drafted him with the No. 5 pick in 2017, with just over a week left until the Feb. 6 trade deadline, according to ESPN senior NBA insider Shams Charania. Multiple reports have indicated the All-Star point guard already has a preferred destination.

According to The Athletic, a marriage between Fox and Victor Wembanyama in San Antonio is the likely outcome. It’s worth noting that Fox’s wife, Recee, grew up in San Antonio.

Other interested teams will reportedly be discouraged from trading for Fox, who will be an unrestricted free agent in 2026, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes.

Fox is in the fourth season of a five-year, $163 million maximum rookie extension he signed in 2020. His $34.8 million salary this season is still relatively light for a player of his ability.

But Fox turned down a three-year, $165 million maximum extension late last year to aim for a larger deal this offseason, which could have been a five-year, $345 million supermax deal if he stayed in Sacramento and made an All-NBA team. However, it was unlikely Fox would qualify for an All-NBA team, partially because the 24–22 Kings sit at 10th in the West. Instead, he will be eligible for a four-year extension worth $229 million.

If he chooses to wait through next season and become an unrestricted free agent, Fox can either sign a five-year, $296 million extension with a team that has his rights or a four-year, $219 million deal with another team, according to ESPN front office insider Bobby Marks.

Last month, Sacramento fired head coach Mike Brown, who won Coach of the Year with the team in 2023. Brown had been publicly critical of the lack of effort given by his star guard.

A Jimmy Butler Update

On the other side of the country, the Heat have been unable to trade away disgruntled star Jimmy Butler. On Monday, Miami handed an indefinite suspension to Butler after he walked out of the team’s shootaround ahead of a game against the Magic.

It’s the third time in a month that Butler has been suspended. The first was for seven games and the second was for two. But the Heat have struggled to find a deal for Butler as Phoenix, his desired destination, has been unable to convince Bradley Beal to waive his no-trade clause.

ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reported Tuesday that the Heat have lowered their asking price for Butler. The Warriors are now reportedly in the mix to try to trade for the six-time All-Star, according to Yahoo Sports NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor.

Linkedin
Whatsapp
Copy Link
Link Copied
Link Copied

What to Read

Sep 11, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier (24) dribbles past Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaun (13) in the second half at Target Center.

As WNBA Grows, Engelbert Says Its Playoff Field Won’t for a While

Eight of thirteen WNBA teams made the playoffs this year.
Sep 10, 2025; Uncasville, Connecticut, USA; Connecticut Sun forward Aaliyah Edwards (8) fights to keep the ball in-bounds during the second half against the Atlanta Dream at Mohegan Sun Arena.

Connecticut AG Demands Documents From WNBA About Sun Sale Process

The WNBA reportedly prefers to move the team to Houston.
Mar 3, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier (2) warms up prior to the game against the Washington Wizards at Kaseya Center.
Sponsored

Hornets Cancel Sports Betting Night Vs. Heat Over Terry Rozier Tie-In

Terry Rozier is under federal investigation for point-shaving in a 2023 game when he was on the Hornets.
Jun 27, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; A view of a Wilson basketball and the Dallas Wings logo during the game between the Wings and the Indiana Fever at the American Airlines Center.

Democratic Women’s Caucus Urges WNBA to End CBA Stalemate

The league and WNBPA must reach an agreement by Oct. 31.

Featured Today

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 19: A detailed view of the MLB Debut patch on the jersey of Patrick Monteverde #44 of the Miami Marlins prior to game against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 19, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

The Tiny Jersey Patch at the Center of the MLB Rookie Card..

Autographed cards containing a piece of baseball history have upended the market.
September 11, 2025

Eagles-Chiefs Super Bowl Rematch Could Set More NFL Ratings Records

Fox will nationally televise Sunday afternoon’s matchup.
September 10, 2025

ESPN’s ‘MNF’ Ratings Up 8% As NFL Surges to Strong Start

ESPN posts its second-best Week 1 “Monday Night Football” audience.
Sep 7, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills fans react during the fourth quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at Highmark Stadium.
September 9, 2025

As Bills Ascend, Their Next Frontier Lies in Canada

Buffalo and the powerful Canadian entity MLSE come together in a new pact.
Sep 8, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto (22) runs to first base during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park.

The $339 Million Mets Are in Jeopardy of Missing the Playoffs

The Mets’ wild-card lead is 1.5 games with 15 remaining in the regular season.
Sep 10, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; A general view of the main scoreboard at Yankee Stadium during a moment of silence for Charlie Kirk before the game between the New York Yankees and the Detroit Tigers.
September 11, 2025

Yankees Prepare for Security Chaos With Trump at 9/11 Game, Days After..

The team told fans to arrive three hours early without any bags.
May 3, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; LA Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (2) controls the ball in the first quarter against the Denver Nuggets during game seven of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Ball Arena.
September 11, 2025

Clippers Minority Owner Allegedly Invested in Aspiration to Pay Kawhi

Minority investor Dennis Wong allegedly invested in Aspiration as well.
Sponsored

How World Series Champ Dexter Fowler Became a Premier League Team Owner

Dexter Fowler discusses navigating retirement and embracing new roles as an owner & investor.
September 9, 2025

Clippers, Kawhi Leonard Draw New Scrutiny As More Details Emerge

The NBA has commenced an investigation.
September 8, 2025

Bears, Without State Funding, Officially Pivot Stadium to Suburbs

The NFL team formally abandons its plans for a downtown stadium.
Jul 14, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Valkyries fans acknowledge local basketball alumni during a time out against the Phoenix Mercury during the second quarter at Chase Center.
September 7, 2025

Valkyries Set WNBA Attendance Record in Inaugural Season

The Valkyries joined the WNBA as an expansion team this season.
Mar 28, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer leaves his court side seat after a game against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center.
September 5, 2025

‘They Conned Me’: Ballmer Responds to Kawhi Leonard Allegations

Ballmer spoke on “SportsCenter” about the allegations he broke NBA rules.