New Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry is still getting acquainted with the organization, but he’s already identified key areas that need improvement. Speaking at his introductory press conference at Golden 1 Center, Perry addressed the team’s roster and lack of identity following a 40-42 season that ended with a ninth-place finish in the Western Conference. The Kings recently traded star point guard De’Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs in a three-team deal that brought Zach LaVine to Sacramento. LaVine now leads a core group that includes Malik Monk, DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis—though further roster changes appear likely.
Perry highlighted several pressing needs: more size, length, athleticism, defensive intensity, and a true point guard. “I’m still learning this roster,” Perry said. “There is talent here, but no true point guard. From what I’ve seen, we need to add length and athleticism to support the current group.”
After Fox’s departure on February 3, Monk and Keon Ellis stepped into the point guard role, with LaVine, DeRozan, and Sabonis also handling playmaking duties. The Kings have been rumored to be interested in trading for Trae Young or LaMelo Ball and could pursue veteran free agents like Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul, Dennis Schroder, Tyus Jones, or Spencer Dinwiddie.
Sabonis and interim head coach Doug Christie both emphasized the team’s urgent need for a point guard following their play-in tournament loss to the Dallas Mavericks. The Kings went 27-24 under Christie amid injuries and roster instability, but struggled to develop a consistent style of play.
Perry emphasized the importance of creating a strong team identity, saying, “Any successful organization needs one. That’s what I want to establish here.” He laid out his vision for the Kings: a tough, defensively-minded, disciplined team that plays hard and works together. “We’re looking for players who want to be part of that—not ones who have to be forced into it,” he said.