Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings enter the 2025-26 NBA season facing uncertain futures. For the Kings, forward Keegan Murray suffered a UCL injury in his thumb during his preseason debut, leaving a significant gap in a roster looking to stay competitive in a tough Western Conference. Meanwhile, Russell Westbrook remains a free agent following a good 2024-25 season, jeopardizing his NBA future.

The two parties might be a good match for each other, but a new wrinkle puts their union in question.

To address current needs and future planning, the Kings have exercised the third-year option on sophomore guard Devin Carter, the 13th overall pick in the 2024 draft. Carter suffered from an injury-shortened rookie season, but showed flashes of versatility and defense in his 36 games.

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