Among the reasons why the Lakers are not Fox’s preferred destination: Klutch has direct knowledge of many Lakers dealings thanks to its representation of LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

“In this business, you have to put those emotions aside,” Fox said. “Obviously, everybody especially who were here during that long (postseason drought), and who was on this team when we made the playoffs, obviously that means a lot to everybody.

The "Light the Beam" era of the Sacramento Kings is rapidly devolving into yet another dark time for the forlorn franchise. De'Aaron Fox's refusal to sign a contract extension has forced the Kings to recoup whatever value they can retain on the trade market before the Feb.

Monk racked up a team-high 21 points (8-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and one steal in 40 minutes during Wednesday's 117-104 loss to the 76ers. Monk led the Kings in scoring with 21 points Wednesday,

The clock is ticking on Sacramento. Would Houston or Orlando make a play for the point guard? Or will the Spurs form a dynamic duo?

Regardless of whether the Sacramento Kings move De'Aaron Fox by the Feb. 6 NBA trade deadline, they need to recognize this as an organizational pivot point.

With the trade deadline looming, De'Aaron Fox could be back on the trading block after a season of speculation.

Sacramento Kings fans are concerned about De'Aaron Fox's injury, which currently leaves his availability uncertain for crucial upcoming games. Fox, averaging 25.1 points per game, has been a key player this season.

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The Los Angeles Lakers aren't expected to be in the mix for De'Aaron Fox, but if they're willing to saddle up and make this offer, the Sacramento Kings will have trouble saying no.

Kings star DeMar DeRozan admitted De'Aaron Fox's uncertain future with the team makes his decision to remain in Sacramento "tough."