DeMar DeRozan’s time with the Sacramento Kings could end with him being waived, according a report.
HoopsHype reports that the Kings plan to use the waive-and-stretch method to move off of DeRozan’s contract if a trade doesn’t materialize.
“In the midst of a rebuild and over the first apron, barring an unexpected trade, the Sacramento Kings are expected to waive-and-stretch forward DeMar DeRozan, HoopsHype has learned. DeRozan’s $25.74 million expiring contract is only guaranteed for $10 million, which can be stretched over the next three seasons. Should DeRozan enter free agency as expected, the Los Angeles Clippers are expected to have interest in the California native, HoopsHype has learned.”
So essentially, Sacramento would open a roster spot and reduce its immediate salary cap hit by waiving DeMar DeRozan, then spread the $10 million guaranteed portion of his contract over three years instead of absorbing it all next season.
DeRozan averaged 18.4 points, 4.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds in 31 minutes per game last season.
With Darius Acuff Jr. in the building, it is time for the Kings to clear the floor of the veterans and let the kid ball.
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