Chris Duarte

Chris Duarte, two second-round picks and cash headed to Chicago from Sacramento

After playing sparingly as a rookie, Jones is looking to move up in the Kings' pecking order on the wing in 2024-25. While Sacramento acquired DeMar DeRozan on Saturday, Harrison Barnes and Chris Duarte headed out in that trade, which could free up a few minutes for someone. While Jones didn't have his best night shooting the basketball, he was responsible for five assists (tied for team-high with Mason Jones). Colby isn't a player fantasy managers should plan on drafting, but he's worth tracking throughout the Kings' games in northern California and Las Vegas.

Chris Duarte, draft capital headed to Chicago when sign-and-trade of All-Star forward is finalized

As soon as Sacramento's season ended, it was clear that the team would look to improve its wing scoring, with either Barnes or Kevin Huerter expected to be moved. The latter is headed to San Antonio, with Chris Duarte, two second-round picks, and cash headed to Chicago. While Barnes was a fixture in the Kings' starting lineup, not missing a game in either of the last two seasons, the fantasy value was limited. While the Spurs are rebuilding, they did sign Chris Paul to get more experience around Victor Wembanyama. Barnes could potentially provide late-round fantasy value in San Antonio, but he offers a limited ceiling.

In exchange for DeRozan, who has agreed to a three-year, $74 million deal, the Kings sent Harrison Barnes to the Spurs and Duarte, two second-round picks, and cash to Chicago. Initially competing with Kevin Huerter for a spot in the starting lineup last season, Duarte was injured during the preseason and never seemed to get back on track. He appeared in 59 games, averaging a career-low 3.9 points while shooting 38.1% from the field. If Chicago embraces a rebuild, there could be opportunities for Duarte to prove himself, but he is not worth selecting in fantasy drafts.