DeRozan Dropped: What a King's Waiver Says About the NBA's New Order The Sacramento Kings' decision to waive DeMar DeRozan may have been expected, given his partial contract guarantee and the team's need to shed salary.
However, the move still comes as a shock in an era where veteran talent is being cast aside by teams prioritizing youth and cap flexibility. DeRozan's career has been marked by durability and consistency.
Despite turning 37 in August, he remains one of the most reliable scorers in the league, averaging 18. 4 points on nearly 50% shooting for the Kings this season.