The Kings are bringing a former NBA MVP on board.
Sacramento and veteran point guard Russell Westbrook have agreed to a free-agent contract, a source confirmed to NBC Sports California. ESPN's Shams Charania was first to report the news.
NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that the contract is one year, worth $3.6 million.
Can confirm the Sacramento Kings have agreed to a deal with former MVP Russell Westbrook, per source. @ShamsCharania first.
As it's been well-reported, the two have been in communication all offseason. Kings players were informed earlier this week about the impending signing. — Tristi Rodriguez (@tristi_r14) October 15, 2025
It was important for Westbrook, a Los Angeles County native, to stay close to home. He played in Los Angeles, with both the Lakers and Clipp