Victor Wembanyama's Spurs land De'Aaron Fox in blockbuster three-team deal as Warriors' $215M target joins forces with Kings
The NBA witnessed another blockbuster three-team trade on Sunday, as the San Antonio Spurs acquired De'Aaron Fox from the Sacramento Kings. NBA insider Shams Charania once again sent the basketball world into a frenzy by revealing that the Spurs, Kings, and Bulls were involved in the high-profile deal.
Additionally, the trade saw Golden State Warriors' rumored target, Zach LaVine, leave the Chicago Bulls to join forces with the Kings. LaVine, who is currently on a five-year, $215.16 million contract, had been heavily linked to Steph Curry and the Warriors before the deal materialized.
De'Aaron Fox trade details:
San Antonio Spurs received: De'Aaron Fox, Jordan McLaughlin
Sacramento Kings received: Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, three first round picks (2025 CHA, 2027 SAS, 2031 MIN), three second round picks (2025 CHI, 2028 DEN, 2028 own back)
Chicago Bulls received: Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, their own 2025 pick via SAS
Speaking of De'Aaron Fox, the one-time All-Star appeared in 45 games for the Kings this season. He posted impressive averages of 25.0 points per game on 46.9% shooting from the field, including 32.2% from beyond the arc, while also contributing 5.0 rebounds, 6.1 assists and 1.5 steals per game.
Fans react to De'Aaron Fox trade to San Antonio Spurs
The NBA community had plenty to say about De'Aaron Fox's trade to the San Antonio Spurs, which also saw Zach LaVine land in Sacramento. Fans shared candid reactions, sparking debates over the pros and cons of the blockbuster deal.
"Fox is obviously a home run addition for the Spurs…I also really like LaVine for the Kings. Fits well with Sabonis, just like Monk does," NBA analyst Kevin O'Connor said.
"We just witnessed at worst the 3rd best player on planet earth get moved for defensive reasons. Vivek & McNair need to hand over the keys like my grandma finally did last year. It's time," a fan commented.
"Spurs with Fox and Victor is elite. Awesome," commented another fan.
Meanwhile, the Spurs have yet to make an official announcement regarding the trade and it may take a few days before fans see Fox donning a San Antonio jersey.