The Sacramento Kings have locked in one of their young cornerstones for the foreseeable future. Forward Keegan Murray has agreed to a five-year, $140 million rookie contract extension, cementing his status as a long-term building block alongside Domantas Sabonis.
For the Kings, this represents both commitment and conviction. Murray has been one of the most dependable and well-rounded young forwards in the league since entering the NBA as the fourth overall pick in 2022. He’s become a foundational piece of Sacramento’s identity: versatile, durable, efficient, and low-maintenance.
However, the extension also comes at a fascinating inflection point for both player and franchise. Sacramento’s 2024-25 campaign ended without a playoff berth, despite high expectations after back-to-back pos