Chicago Bulls Receive: G/F Kevin Huerter, C Richaun Holmes, F Keegan Murray, 2026 First-Round Pick (SAC), 2027 First-Round Pick (Swap – SAC), 2028 First-Round Pick (SAC), 2029 First-Round Pick (Swap – SAC) 

Sacramento Kings Receive: G Zach LaVine 

Of course, some would expect the Kings to join the tank race this year too. They’ve been near the bottom of the standings for a while, and unlike the Bulls, they have their own pick in the upcoming draft. 

Fair enough. On the other hand, the Kings haven’t made the postseason in 16 years. That’s an NBA record. In all likelihood, this fanbase has seen enough tanking. 

Furthermore, the Kings traded the much younger Tyrese Haliburton in exchange for Domantas Sabonis at last year’s deadline.

For better or for worse, they’re committed to a direction. In 2022-23, the Kings need to at least aim to win games. 

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As constructed, they should be able to. Sabonis is a star, as is De’Aaron Fox. Meanwhile, supporting players like Harrison Barnes, Murray, Huerter, and others will complement the two. 

Unless, of course, they trade some of those guys. If they did, would LaVine be a good target for the Kings?