NBA Rumors: The 3 Teams That Are in the Final Fight for Domantas Sabonis

Sacramento Kings are willing to listen to offers for several veteran players on their roster. Among the names on the market are Domantas Sabonis, Keon Ellis, DeMar DeRozan, and Zach LaVine. Of them all, the Lithuanian has the highest contract, a factor that has not deterred the interest of other franchises in the pivot surrounded by numerous NBA rumors.

Several teams have already explored the possibility of acquiring Sabonis. Toronto Raptors, Phoenix Suns, Washington Wizards, and Chicago Bulls have shown interest in the big man. In the case of Bulls and Wizards, both could propose exchanges based on expiring contracts to make the deal work. The Suns, on the other hand, would need to combine several salaries to be able to engage in such negotiations.

Toronto stands out as one of the teams to watch closely. A potential deal would involve RJ Barrett, a player with an indirect link to Sacramento's management, as he was drafted by Scott Perry while he was the general manager at the New York Knicks.

Sabonis' Contract

In terms of contracts, Sabonis is owed $42.3 million this season, $45.5 million next, and $48.6 million in the 2027-28 season. Barrett, on the other hand, earns $27.7 million this year and is guaranteed $29.6 million for the following season. For a trade between the Raptors and Kings to work financially, Toronto would need to include at least one additional player in the exchange.