Kings Target Free Agent Precious Achiuwa

The Sacramento Kings are reportedly targeting free agent Precious Achiuwa to fortify their frontcourt. This move comes as the team navigates a challenging 2-4 start to the season and faces issues with size at the power forward position.

Kings Eyeing Precious Achiuwa

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, Achiuwa could soon join the Kings, who are looking for a veteran big man. The team has been relying on smaller lineups, with DeMar DeRozan playing primarily at the four-spot. This situation has left Sacramento with a lack of depth beyond Domantas Sabonis, the only player on the roster averaging over 3.2 points per game aside from the guards and wings.

Roster Considerations

To bring Achiuwa on board, the Kings will need to make room on their full roster. Recent reports suggest Isaac Jones may be waived if an agreement is reached with Achiuwa.

A Closer Look at Achiuwa

Precious Achiuwa, a 26-year-old forward, was selected 20th overall by the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Draft. Over five seasons, he has played for the Heat, Toronto Raptors, and New York Knicks, participating in 320 regular season games. His career averages stand at 7.6 points and 5.7 rebounds per game, while he averaged 4.8 points and 5.3 rebounds in 11.7 minutes across four preseason outings this year.

Challenges in Free Agency

This summer, Achiuwa faced difficulties finding a suitable opportunity during free agency and eventually accepted a non-guaranteed contract to rejoin the Heat. Miami’s head coach Erik Spoelstra addressed Achiuwa’s waiver prior to opening night, highlighting cap concerns as the reason for the team’s decision.

Achiuwa’s potential addition could provide the Kings with the size they currently lack, further emphasizing their need for a solid backup behind Sabonis as they aim to improve their season performance.