Kings acquire Jake LaRavia from Grizzlies in multi-team trade

The Sacramento Kings completed a multi-team trade just before the NBA deadline, acquiring 23-year-old forward Jake LaRavia from the Memphis Grizzlies. In exchange, the Kings sent Alex Len and Colby Jones to the Washington Wizards, along with a 2028 second-round pick. LaRavia, who averaged 7.3 points and 4.4 rebounds this season, is expected to bolster the Kings' forward depth after a recent series of trades, including sending star player De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs and acquiring Zach LaVine from the Bulls. This move follows Sacramento's earlier acquisition of center Jonas Valanciunas from the Wizards, indicating a significant roster transformation for the team. With LaRavia's perimeter defense and shooting skills, he could play a crucial role in the Kings' push for a better position in the competitive Western Conference. The Kings are currently tied for 9th place in the standings as they look to revitalize their season under interim coach Doug Christie.