The Kings could decide to move Willie Cauley-Stein.
Sacramento is “willing to talk about” dealing the 25-year-old center before the Feb. 7 trade deadline, according to a report from ESPN, which cites unidentified league sources. Cauley-Stein will be a restricted free agent after the season.
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Cauley-Stein is averaging a career-high 13.2 points and 8.7 rebounds in 28.4 minutes per game this season. He’s shooting 54.2 percent from the field.
Sacramento is reportedly looking to add a small forward and a point guard. They’ve also reportedly inquired about Grizzlies center Marc Gasol.
The Kings have been one of the most surprising teams in the NBA this season and entered play Sunday 1 1/2 games out of the final Western Conference playoff spot with a 27-25 record.