Report: Kings interested in trade for Blazers player Williams III originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
After acquiring six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan this offseason and making other minor additions, the Kings may not be done rebuilding their roster for the 2024-25 season.
And finally they were able to tackle a problem.
Sacramento is among the teams that have shown “registered interest” in Portland Trail Blazers center Robert Williams III, NBA insider Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reported Tuesday, citing sources.
The Kings enjoyed a historic 2023-24 season from All-NBA center Domantas Sabonis, who led the league in triple-doubles, double-doubles and rebounds last season while averaging nearly 20 points and more than eight assists per game. They also re-signed 7-foot big man Alex Len and added former Miami Heat center Orlando Robinson to a one-year deal.
But if he’s fit, Williams — an All-Defensive center and elite rim protector — could be an interesting backup option in Sacramento.
Williams III is recovering from a knee injury he suffered early last season. He underwent surgery and is expected to fully participate in training camp.
The 26-year-old played just six games for Portland, averaging 6.8 points on 65.4 percent shooting, and 6.3 rebounds.
Williams really made a name for himself with the Boston Celtics as an All-Defensive Team selection during Boston’s run to the 2022 NBA Finals. The Celtics traded Williams in the Jrue Holiday deal to the Blazers last offseason, and went on to win the NBA championship.
But it appears Sacramento and others view Williams as a cheap but promising player who can bolster the midfield behind Sabonis.
