The Sacramento Kings still have a lot to prove heading into the 2024-25 NBA season.
While the addition of DeRozan raises concerns about Sacramento's defensive trouble and lack of length in the frontcourt, the Kings undoubtedly improved in the offseason and are in a good position to make a playoff push in the 2024-25 season.
DeRozan is an average defender and below-average three-point shooter, two areas the Kings were likely aiming to upgrade this offseason but failed to. While DeRozan was not the most expected or logical addition for Sacramento, his offensive capabilities will add even more firepower to the Kings' high-level offense that was at the top of the league just two years ago.
The Kings certainly still need to prove doubters wrong heading into next season, but the addition of DeRozan brings them one step closer to title contention. The Kings have not won a playoff series since 2004, so until they prove they can win in the postseason, it is hard to argue their low spot in the NBA's power rankings.
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