Jordan McLaughlin

When the Kings revealed on July 7 that Carter, the 13th overall pick in last month's draft, would undergo surgery, the full severity of the issue was unknown. With doctors needing to repair a torn labrum, Carter will be sidelined for at least six months, likely taking him out of consideration in redraft leagues. His absence makes Keon Ellis and Jordan McLaughlin players of added importance within the Kings rotation, especially with Davion Mitchell being traded to the Raptors.

Two days after the Kings announced that Carter would not participate in the California Classic or Vegas Summer League, Charania reports that the first-round pick will undergo shoulder surgery. While the former Providence standout is expected to fully recover without any long-term issues, it's unknown if Carter will be healthy when training camp begins. In addition to having Keon Ellis on the roster, the Kings also signed Jordan McLaughlin to a one-year contract. Carter's value in redraft leagues won't be determined until the Kings announce a recovery timeline, but he does take a hit due to the uncertainty.

Jordan McLaughlin has agreed to a one-year free-agent contract with the Kings, his agent told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

After five seasons in Minnesota, McLaughlin is on the move, reportedly agreeing to a one-year deal with the Kings. Injuries limited him to 56 appearances last season, with the point guard accounting for 3.5 points and 2.0 assists in 11.2 minutes per game. With De'Aaron Fox firmly entrenched as the starting point guard, don't expect McLaughlin to be worth selecting in fantasy drafts.