Overview
- ESPN’s Shams Charania reported on Monday that the Sacramento Kings are sending guard Devin Carter and a future second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks, though the Hawks’ return has not been disclosed.
- Carter was the 13th overall pick in the 2024 draft, missed much of his rookie year for shoulder surgery, and averaged 8.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists in 38 games in 2025–26.
- Media accounts note the full terms remain unreported and outlets say Atlanta may have taken the deal largely to acquire Carter’s contract as a low-cost addition.
- The trade fits a pattern under GM Scott Perry of moving players tied to the previous front office to create cap clarity and prioritize younger roster pieces.
- For Atlanta, the move brings a young, defensive-minded guard with upside who can be developed on a rebuilding roster and may preserve the team’s draft flexibility.