De’Aaron Fox traded to San Antonio: Fantasy fallout, ramifications for Spurs, Kings, and Bulls

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With De’Aaron Fox appearing unlikely to sign a contract extension with the Kings, the franchise began seeking trade offers just weeks after firing head coach Mike Brown. The point guard reportedly hoped to land in San Antonio, joining forces with Victor Wembanyama. Fox got his wish Sunday evening, as he was traded to the Spurs as part of a three-team deal that includes Chicago.

San Antonio will receive Fox and backup point guard Jordan McLaughlin, while Sacramento gets Zach LaVine, Sidy Cissoko, three first-round picks, and three second-round picks. In exchange for LaVine, Chicago receives Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, and their own 2025 first, sent to San Antonio in the DeMar DeRozan trade.

Full trade:

Spurs: De’Aaron Fox, Jordan McLaughlin

Kings: 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)

Bulls: Zach Collins, Tre Jones, Kevin Huerter, their own 2025 pick via SAS https://t.co/UgwylCUYAO

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Let’s look at the fantasy impact of this trade for each team, beginning with the Spurs.

San Antonio receives: De’Aaron Fox, Jordan McLaughlin

The Spurs have their point guard of the future, as one would assume that this trade would not be made without the assurance that Fox will sign a contract extension this summer. The jet-quick point guard has been a valuable fantasy point guard this season, providing 3rd-round value in 8- and 9-cat formats. In 45 games, Fox has averaged 25.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.5 steals, and 2.0 3-pointers in 37.0 minutes. A 46.9% shooter from the field, he’s connected on a career-best 82.9% of his free throws. If the latter percentage holds, this will be the first season of Fox’s career in which he’s shot at least 80% from the foul line.

Fox’s arrival in San Antonio should ramp up the pace offensively, as the Spurs are ranked 17th in the NBA in pace and 15th in offensive rating. Even with the need to get acclimated to new teammates and a new offensive system, Fox’s fantasy value should be fine, and there shouldn’t be a change for…

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Publish date : 2025-02-03 06:58:00

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