Why The Sacramento Kings Do The Deal
By contrast, the Kings may need Crowder more than Barnes.
After all, Crowder is the more prototypical 3-and-D wing. Any extra shot creation that Barnes offers may not be required on a team that features D’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis.
Crowder doesn’t create a lot of shots, but he doesn’t necessarily need to for the Kings. In fact, he’d likely be a more complementary player in this team’s starting lineup.
Finally, Crowder brings some intangibles that the playoff-hopeful Kings could use. He’s tough, and he’s been in playoff situations. In all likelihood, he’s a better veteran presence for this team than Barnes.
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By acquiring him, the Kings may be able to make something from a season that, so far, has amounted to nothing.
