DeRozan ended Sunday's 127-120 loss to the Lakers with 21 points (9-22 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 40 minutes.
After managing just seven points on 3-for-9 shooting in Friday's win over the Jazz, DeRozan bounced back to drop at least 20 points for the second time in three games to begin the season. The 36-year-old forward has averaged more than 20 points a game in 12 straight seasons dating back to 2013-14 with the Raptors, and there are few signs that streak will be in jeopardy in 2025-26. Through three contests, DeRozan is averaging 19.0 points, 6.0 assists, 5.0 boards, 1.7 steals and 1.0 threes.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Flirts with double-double in loss
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DeRozan amassed 29 points (12-17 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-9 FT), six rebounds, nine assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 120-116 loss to Phoenix.
DeRozan was pestered constantly by Dillon Brooks during the loss, but the veteran was still able to find plenty of open spots. DeRozan and Zach LaVine were responsible for 59 of Sacramento's 116 points, and they will continue as the offensive engines while Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) is sidelined. Even when Sabonis returns, DeRozan and LaVine will still be prolific fantasy producers.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Not listed on report for Wednesday
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DeRozan (groin) isn't listed on the Kings' injury report for Wednesday's game against the Suns.
DeRozan missed Friday's preseason win over the Lakers due to a minor groin issue, though he'll suit up in the team's regular-season opener. The veteran forward appeared in 77 regular-season games in his first year with Sacramento, during which he averaged 22.2 points, 4.4 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 0.8 steals in 35.9 minutes per contest.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Won't play Friday
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DeRozan (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's preseason finale against the Lakers, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
DeRozan was considered probable due to a minor groin injury, so this is a bit surprising, even if it's just an exhibition. With Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) and Keegan Murray (thumb) already sidelined to begin the season, the Kings are being super cautious with their veteran forward.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Probable for Friday
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DeRozan (groin) is probable for Friday's preseason finale against the Lakers, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
DeRozan is dealing with a minor groin issue, but this isn't something that will impact his status for Opening Night. The 36-year-old veteran has been an Iron Man throughout his career, appearing in at least 74 regular-season appearances in four straight campaigns while playing at least 36 minutes a night each year.
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Kings' DeMar DeRozan: Officially cleared
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DeRozan (groin) will play in Wednesday's preseason game against the Clippers, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
DeRozan was previously considered probable for the contest due to right groin soreness. He's officially been given the green light to play in the exhibition. DeRozan logged 10 points (4-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one rebound across 23 minutes in his most recent preseason game.
DeRozan is probable for Wednesday's preseason matchup with the Clippers due to right groin soreness, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
It sounds like the 36-year-old veteran will be available for Wednesday's exhibition, but we'll get official confirmation on his status closer to tip-off. He's a reasonable mid-round target for draft day.
DeRozan logged 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-2 FT, 0-1 3Pt) and a rebound across 23 minutes in Friday's 124-123 preseason loss to the Trail Blazers.
Friday's mediocre total is what to expect from DeRozan and the rest of the starters throughout the preseason, as they will play well under their usual allotment of minutes. As one of Sacramento's best offensive weapons, DeRozan will be a consistent contributor who can be acquired a little later than one might think in fantasy drafts. The veteran averaged a respectable 22.2 points, 4.4 assists, 3-9 rebounds and 0.8 steals over 77 games last season.
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