Buddy Hield’s name has been in the rumor mill for as long as he’s been in Sacramento, but this may be the year the Kings actually trade him.
According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, a trade for Hield “is likely on the horizon” and, as things stand, the Los Angeles Lakers are the most realistic landing spot for the former No. 6 overall pick:
Of all the scenarios for a supporting player believed to be in play, one source to the situation indicated the Hield deal — which would involve forward Kyle Kuzma and would also likely require Lakers forward Montrezl Harrell to opt in to the final year of his deal (worth $9.