Kings Release Precious Achiuwa’s Contract
In a significant roster change, the Sacramento Kings are set to sign veteran forward Precious Achiuwa. This move comes at the cost of waiving second-year center Isaac Jones, according to sources.
Kings Release Precious Achiuwa’s Contract for Roster Spot
On November 4, 2025, reports indicated that the Kings would drop Jones to accommodate Achiuwa’s signing. Jones, who began his NBA journey after two seasons in the NCAA, played a key role in the Kings’ roster.
Isaac Jones’ Background and Performance
Jones carved out a notable college career. He played for Idaho during the 2022-2023 season, demonstrating impressive stats in 31 games.
- Averaged 19.4 points
- Shot 62% from the field
- Played 31.5 minutes per game
During the 2023-2024 season with Washington State, he continued to shine. In 35 games, he secured high averages:
- 15.3 points
- 7.6 rebounds
- Nearly 1 block per game
Despite entering the NBA Draft in 2024 without being selected, Jones signed a two-way contract with the Kings in July of that year. He transitioned to a standard contract in March 2025.
Johnson’s Role with the Kings
This past season, Jones played 40 games, averaging:
- 7.6 minutes
- 3.4 points
- 1.4 rebounds
In the G League, his performance was impressive, averaging 21.1 points and 9.4 rebounds over 12 games.
Introducing Precious Achiuwa
Achiuwa brings valuable experience to the Kings. Since entering the NBA in 2020, he has played 320 games across various teams, including the Miami Heat and Toronto Raptors.
Over his career, Achiuwa has recorded averages of:
- 7.6 points
- 5.7 rebounds
- 1.0 assists per game
Recently released by the Miami Heat after preseason, Achiuwa aims to make a significant impact with the Kings. Currently, the Kings hold a record of 2-5 to start the season.
Looking Ahead
The introduction of Achiuwa could bolster the Kings’ front court. As they continue their season, he provides an experienced option for a team looking to rebuild and develop young talent.
