Sacramento Kings Give Fourth Year Forward Lucrative Contract Extension
Summary
The Sacramento Kings have agreed to a five-year contract extension worth $140 million with forward Keegan Murray. This extension keeps Murray with the team through the 2030-31 season and prevents him from entering restricted free agency. Currently, Murray is dealing with an injury that will make him miss the start of the season.Key Facts
- The Sacramento Kings signed Keegan Murray to a five-year contract extension worth $140 million.
- Murray's extension means he will stay with the Kings until the 2030-31 season.
- The deal was made before the deadline to avoid Murray entering restricted free agency.
- Last season, Murray improved his 3-point shooting to 37% after a slow start.
- He is known for his 3-point shooting, defensive skills, including over 500 3-pointers, 150 blocks, and 150 steals.
- Murray has a UCL tear and will miss at least the first 10 games of the season.
- DeMar DeRozan will take over Murray's position while he recovers, with Zach LaVine also shifting positions.
- Murray had been projected as the starting power forward for the upcoming season.
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