Kings Sign McDermott, Trade McDaniels to Spurs

The Sacramento Kings have signed veteran forward Doug McDermott to a one-year contract, enhancing their roster with his 3-point shooting skills. This move follows the Kings' recent trade of Jalen McDaniels to the San Antonio Spurs, a deal designed to clear cap space and roster flexibility. McDaniels, acquired by the Kings during the offseason, was subsequently waived by the Spurs, who received a future second-round pick from Sacramento in the trade. McDermott, a seasoned NBA player with a career average of 41% from beyond the arc, is expected to complement Kings' star center Domantas Sabonis, with whom he previously played in Indiana. The Spurs' acquisition of McDaniels is part of their strategy to accumulate draft capital for future trades or development. The Kings' roster adjustments indicate a strategic shift aimed at strengthening their lineup for the upcoming 2024-25 NBA season.