The Sacramento Kings are in serious need of help at the small forward position and could take a serious look at Nicolas Batum, as he’s rumored to have been made available in trade talks on Thursday.
When discussing Batum, it’s important to get one thing out-of-the-way quick: his contract. After signing a five-year, $120 million contract with the Charlotte Hornets in 2016, Batum is still owed $52 million over two years, with the last year being a player option he’s sure to accept. With that said, there could be a potential deal to be made that’s beneficial for both sides.