Are Kings staying? Not so fast, says Gavin Maloof

Are the Kings staying, or are they going? Even the league and the team's owners apparently disagree.

The Los Angeles Times reported today that NBA officials say they expect the Kings to remain in Sacramento next year.

Team co-owner Gavin Maloof immediately disagreed, saying he and his brothers haven't made up their minds yet.

 Kings' trade outlook
Sam Amick

The Kings remain in a challenging position, as their focus is acquiring a big man the likes of whom may not exist.

The most talented of those potentially available – players like Phoenix's Amar'e Stoudemire, Bosh, and Utah's Carlos Boozer – are simply too risky because they have expiring contracts and may not re-sign this summer. Meanwhile, there is the alternative of pursuing big men of less impact such as Dalembert, whose contracts would severely limit the financial flexibility in the near future. Though the Kings' financial outlook isn't as dire as it was at this point last season, they still need to spend responsibly.

 Kings to buy out Drew Gooden?

The Sacramento Bee is reporting that Drew Gooden could be bought out in the very near future.

 Kings almost landed Camby

SABlogs is reporting that the Kings came very, very, very close to a deal yesterday for Markus Camby.

 Many Big Name Kings could be on the go before the trade deadline

The Sacramento Bee is reporting on a possible fire sale with team players. It is reported that Kings President Geoff Petrie has all but written off this season and is “very, very open to deals.”

 Sacramento to deal Salmons and Miller?

The Sacramento Bee is reporting that the Kings may be looking to move a number of players such as  John Salmons and Brad Miller before the deadline.

 Do the Cavs have interest in Brad Miller?
The News-Herald is reporting that the Cavs could have interest in Brad Miller who is rumored to be made available by the Kings.