Kings Assign Carter And Robinson To Stockton Ahead Of Season Debut
Kings Assign Carter and Robinson to Stockton Ahead of Season Debut
Sacramento Looks to Finalize Roster Ahead of Game against Lakers
Sacramento, Calif.- The Sacramento Kings concluded their preseason slate with a 119-113 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday night. Following the game, the team announced that they had assigned forwards Metu Carter and KZ Robinson to their NBA G League affiliate, the Stockton Kings.
This move is a somewhat surprising one, as both Carter and Robinson have been key contributors to the Kings' preseason success. Carter averaged 14.0 points and 7.7 rebounds per game, while Robinson averaged 9.5 points and 4.3 rebounds per game.
There are some potential reasons for this decision. First, the Kings may simply be looking to give their younger players more playing time. Carter and Robinson are both 23 years old, and they could benefit from getting consistent minutes in the G League.
Second, the Kings may be trying to finalize their roster ahead of their season debut against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 19th. The team currently has 17 players on their roster, and they need to cut that number down to 15 by the start of the regular season.
It is also possible that the Kings are simply not sold on the long-term potential of Carter and Robinson. Both players have shown flashes of promise, but they have also been inconsistent. The Kings may be looking to give other players a chance to prove themselves before making a final decision on Carter and Robinson's futures with the team.
Different Perspectives on the Kings' Decision
There are a variety of different perspectives on the Kings' decision to assign Carter and Robinson to the G League. Some people believe that it is a wise move that will give the players a chance to develop and improve. Others believe that it is a mistake, and that the Kings are giving up on two young players with potential.
Kent Bazemore, Forward for the Kings: "I think it's a smart move. They're both talented players, but they need to get more consistent. They'll get that chance in the G League."
Jason Thompson, Former Kings Center: "I'm surprised by this decision. I think both of those guys have the potential to be good NBA players. I hope they don't give up on them too quickly."
Michael Scotto, NBA Insider for HoopsHype: "This move is a bit of a gamble for the Kings. Carter and Robinson have both shown some flashes of promise, but they've also been inconsistent. It's possible that they could both develop into solid NBA players, but it's also possible that they could end up being out of the league in a few years."
Conclusion
The Kings' decision to assign Carter and Robinson to the G League is a complex one. There are a variety of factors that could have led to this decision, and there are a variety of different perspectives on whether or not it was the right move. Only time will tell whether or not this decision will ultimately benefit the Kings.
The Kings will open their regular season against the Los Angeles Lakers on October 19th at the Golden 1 Center.