Colby Jones

Colby Jones and Drew Timme led the way as the Kings routed the Utah Jazz 82-70 on Monday night at Cox Pavilion in Las Vegas.

With 2024 first-round pick Devin Carter (shoulder) sidelined, Jones, the Kings' first-round pick in 2023, is one of the team's focal points in summer league. Twelve of his 21 shot attempts came from beyond the arc on Monday, and a catch-and-shoot role could be what awaits Jones once the season begins. With De'Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, and DeMar DeRozan all being capable playmakers, a reserve like Jones will be most valuable if he can defend his position and hit open shots. He isn't a must-draft player right now, but Carter's shoulder injury (he'll miss at least six months) may open up opportunities for Jones after failing to crack the rotation last season.

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.