The Sacramento Kings have allegedly signed forward Keegan Murray to a five-year contract extension worth $140 million, according to Shams Charania from ESPN. Murray, selected fourth overall in the 2022 NBA Draft, was slated to be a restricted free agent next summer. This deal secures his position with Sacramento through the 2030-31 season.

Murray aims to regain his form from his sophomore season, where he averaged 15.2 points with a 35.8% accuracy from beyond the arc. Despite a decline last season, he hopes to bounce back with a full offseason under the current coaching staff. Unfortunately, he will start this season on the injured reserve due to a torn ligament in his thumb, sidelining him for 4-6 weeks.

This extension marks a significant step for the Kings, who have struggled with direction in recent years. Locking in Murray is either a chance for development or a strategic move for future trades, given his established shooting capability and record for three-pointers.