As reported in recent days, the Sacramento Kings seem intent on a full roster rebuild. The California GM’s decision stems from a rough start to the regular season, with a team composed of players who don’t fit well together.

According to well-known insider Evan Sidery, the news has caught the interest of the Golden State Warriors, and the two franchises could soon resume discussions on a potential trade:

The Kings and Warriors, who had previously talked about Jonathan Kuminga, are widely expected to resume negotiations before the deadline, based on a broader framework. Golden State can put together an intriguing package including Kuminga, Moses Moody, and Buddy Hield for Domantas Sabonis and Keon Ellis

Evan Sidery via X

Why the trade would benefit the Sacramento Kings

If the swap goes through, it would be a true win-win. The Kings would gain two promising young players in Kuminga and Moody, ideal for jump-starting a rebuild. Additionally, Buddy Hield would be a welcome return, having spent his prime years in Sacramento from 2017 to 2022.

Jonathan Kuminga, already targeted last summer, could finally showcase his potential in a context with less pressure and more offensive freedom, growing toward his goal of becoming the face of a franchise.

How Sabonis would fit into Steve Kerr’s system

Golden State would gain two elements it has lacked for years: size and physicality. Domantas Sabonis would be a perfect fit in Steve Kerr’s system thanks to his rebounding, playmaking, and finishing skills, all of which would help relieve Draymond Green’s workload.

His arrival would also give Steph Curry a second elite screener. Keon Ellis’ impact would also be worth monitoring – one of the league’s top perimeter defenders, paired with Gary Payton II and De’Anthony Melton, he would boost the quality of the guard rotation.

GSW between schedule challenges, internal issues, and new opportunities

The Warriors’ season start has been tougher than expected: five back-to-backs, seventeen games in thirteen cities in one month, and a 10-9 record. Such a grueling schedule, combined with the roster’s average age, hasn’t helped. Steve Kerr spoke openly about the difficulties:

The game against the Miami Heat will be our 17th in 29 days across 13 different cities. It’s the toughest start I’ve ever experienced in the NBA

Steve Kerr

Golden State’s strong home performance (6-1) stands out, marred only by the NBA Cup loss to Portland, a game that exposed the team’s rebounding weaknesses.

A tough early schedule will make the later stretches more manageable, giving veterans more rest and more chances to accumulate wins. If the trade with the Kings happens, Golden State would resolve the discontent surrounding Kuminga and enter the postseason with a deeper, more competitive roster.

The Oklahoma City Thunder remain a major obstacle, but the playoffs tell a different story: a healthy, complete Warriors team is always a threat to anyone.