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LeBron James and Lakers not a desired destination as Kings star prefers 21-year-old French phenom


The NBA's trade deadline is fast approaching, and teams have little over a week left to trade players. As the basketball world focuses on Jimmy Butler 's situation, a Sacramento Kings star wants out. Superstar De'Aaron Fox has stated his wish to leave the franchise that drafted him.

The 27-year-old came under a lot of heat for his hand in the firing of former head coach Mike Brown . He clarified that he had nothing to do with. His team's 9-4 record since has moved them back into play in spots. That has further fueled that rumor, making it seemingly uncomfortable for Fox.

He was ecstatic ahead of the start of the season when DeMar DeRozan joined them in free agency, which could push them to battle for top playoff spots. However, it seems he does not want to be a part of the experiment as Shams Charania revealed earlier.

The Sacramento Kings have decided to open up on a potential trade of De'Aaron Fox ahead of the Feb 6th trade deadline. I'm told that Fox and his representation, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports have a destination in mind where they want to go to. I'm told Lakers are not part of that destination of choice.

Shams Charania said

This means, even though De'Aaron Fox is represented by Rich Paul, he does not want to team up with Paul's close friend and primary client LeBron James . That could be a major blow for the Los Angeles Lakers who could have landed a major scorer who also happens to be Rich Paul's client.

Shams Charania mentioned that a lot of suitors will line up for De'Aaron Fox. He is only 27 and holds an expiring contract after next season along with his elite play. All of those factors are enticing for any team. However, as per Sacramento Kings beat writer James Ham, Fox has one particular place he wants to go.

According to multiple sources, if De'Aaron Fox leaves the Kings via trade, his preferred landing spot is the San Antonio Spurs. It could be an interesting couple of days in Sacramento.

James Ham wrote

If this does happen, that means Fox would prefer teaming up with Victor Wembanyama over LeBron James. The 21-year-old's play this season has become even more enticing for prospective All-Stars looking to compete at a high level for the foreseeable future.

Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs are just outside the play in spots. A lethal scorer such as the Kings star could help them unlock their next level of competitiveness. He could just focus on scoring as unlike with the Kings, he won't have to bother much about playmaking with Chris Paul present.

This article first appeared on FirstSportz and was syndicated with permission.

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