The Sacramento Kings and Detroit Pistons are both in the market for guards this offseason. It reportedly could lead to a unique sign-and-trade between the two teams that solves needs for both clubs ahead of next season.
The Stein Line’s NBA insider Jake Fischer reported that an “emerging option” for the two clubs is the Pistons trading for Kings guard Malik Monk, which could mean a sign-and-trade scenario involving Dennis Schroder.
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- Dennis Schroder stats: 13.1 PPG, 5.4 APG, 2.6 RPG, 40.6% FG, 1.7 3PM per game, .073 Win Shares per 48 Minutes
In the days leading up to free agency, NBA rumors surfaced that Sacramento was expected to sign Schroder to be its starting point guard next season. Reports surfaced Monday that the two sides had a deal in place, expected to be for two years, but the financial terms of the deal weren’t immediately disclosed.
A sign-and-trade for Schroder could also help the Kings afford to sign either veteran guard Russell Westbrook or Malcolm Brogdon in NBA free agency. Sacramento would have its starter and a viable backup for next season, addressing a position that it was extremely thin at after the De’Aaron Fox trade in February.
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- Malik Monk stats: 17.2 PPG, 5.6 APG, 3.8 RPG, 2.1 3PM per game, 32.5% 3PT
As for Detroit, it’s suddenly in the market for three-point shooting after news surfaced on Sunday that federal authorities are investigating Malik Beasley for gambling allegations. The two sides were close to a multi-year deal before word of the investigation broke, and now the Pistons are actively pursuing his replacement.
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