The Sacramento Kings have
acquired center Jonas Valančiūnas from the Washington Wizards in
exchange for forward Sidy Cissoko and two future second-round draft
picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. 

Trade Details:

• Sacramento
  Kings Receive:
• Jonas Valanciunas
• Washington
  Wizards Receive:
• Sidy Cissoko
• 2028 second-round draft pick
• 2029 second-round draft pick

ANALYSIS: Jonas Valanciunas, 32,
has averaged 11.5 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game
this season. His addition provides the Kings with a seasoned
presence in the frontcourt, bolstering their depth and experience
as they aim for a strong postseason run. He will also have a
Lithuanian reunion with Kings star Domantas Sabonis in Sacramento.
Both played with the Lithuanian national team in FIBA tournaments,
and this chemistry should help the both of them play together with
the Kings.

Sidy Cissoko, 20, was a
second-round pick by the San Antonio Spurs in 2023 and has seen
limited action in the NBA. The Wizards view Cissoko as a
developmental prospect who can contribute to their rebuilding
efforts. 

This trade reflects the Kings’
commitment to strengthening their roster for a competitive push in
the Western Conference, while the Wizards continue to focus on
developing young talent and accumulating future assets.