DeMar DeRozan Becomes Free Agent After Sacramento Kings Waive Star

The Sacramento Kings are parting ways with DeMar DeRozan, who will be waived by the franchise. The team is waiving the six-time NBA All-Star, according to ESPN reporter Shams Charania. The decision immediately makes DeRozan one of the leading free agents on the market. DeRozan turns 37 in August 2026 yet is still regarded as a reliable scoring option.

Teams seeking extra offence on the wing are expected to monitor DeRozan availability closely. DeRozan has appeared in at least 74 games in each of the past five seasons, highlighting consistent durability.

In 2025-26, DeRozan produced 18.4 points per game on 49.7 per cent shooting over 77 outings for Sacramento Kings. DeRozan also averaged 4.1 assists and 2.9 rebounds, while Sacramento Kings finished the campaign with a 22-60 record. DeRozan last earned All-Star honours in 2022-23 with the Chicago Bulls. Earlier in the career, DeRozan featured for the Toronto Raptors and San Antonio Spurs.

Across 17 seasons, DeRozan is 16th on the NBA scoring list with 26,711 points. DeRozan averages 21.1 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.1 assists, numbers that keep contenders interested for 2026 runs. The profile suggests ongoing value for franchises aiming to strengthen established cores.