\u201cI\u2019ve played a lot of big cities,\u201d Achiuwa continued, having played for Miami, Toronto, and New York. \u201cI grew up in a big city as well, but I\u2019ve always been the type of person to kind of be low key, out the way. Sacramento gives me that feeling, you know, where it\u2019s not a lot going on, nothing too crazy, and that\u2019s more so my pace.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cBut at the end of the day, you know, it\u2019s business. You never know. It\u2019s never black and white in this business. This is year six for me. I\u2019ve kind of seen a lot of things in a short period of time, but it\u2019s just taking it one day at a time. You know, see what happens, see what unfolds. My representation is going to be in constant communication with the organization and the front office, and hopefully, you know, I\u2019m praying that we\u2019re able to come to something that works for both sides.\u201d<\/p>\n
That\u2019s about as blunt as you\u2019ll hear an impending free agent be. Achiuwa previously spoke about how much he appreciates playing for a former player in Sacramento head coach Doug Christie. Penny Hardaway at Memphis was his only other instance where that was the case, another scenario where Achiuwa pointed out he thrived in.<\/p>\n
With recent reporting that Christie is expected to remain in his role for the 2026-27 season, you would think that would increase the likelihood of Achiuwa being retained. But it will likely all come down to what salary he demands on the open market.<\/p>\n
It\u2019s great to keep players who want to be there, and at 26, he certainly has plenty of room for continued growth. The fact that he averaged 15.7 points and 9.2 rebounds in the final 25 games speaks to that.<\/p>\n
That could also be intriguing to playoff-caliber teams searching for depth pieces. With great size, length, and mobility, Achiuwa is a valuable archetype in the modern NBA. A strong counter to that would be his 27.8 percent three-point shooting this year.<\/p>\n
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Precious Achiuwa #9 of the Sacramento Kings, Maxime Raynaud #42, Dylan Cardwell #32, and Nique Clifford #5 light the beam after the game against the Washington Wizards at Golden 1 Center on January 16, 2026 in Sacramento, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n
More on Precious Achiuwa<\/p>\n
Beyond his obvious impact on the court, Achiuwa connected with the fanbase by adding some \u201cflair\u201d to the beam tradition. After home wins, of which there were 15 this season, he would join the rookie trio of Maxime Raynaud, Nique Clifford, and Dylan Cardwell in lighting the beam.<\/p>\n
Deciding it could use a bit more, the forward brought sunglasses into the mix. That became part of the beam lighting early in the season, and could easily stick as time goes on. Many people forget that the Keegan Murray chant in the stadium originally was Yogi Ferrell. Funnily enough, the sunglasses could be a lasting addition that outlives his time with the team.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt was just something, just add a little bit of flair, a little bit of spice to it,\u201d Achiuwa said of the sunglasses.<\/p>\n
\u201cI like the whole beam idea. I\u2019ve always watched it being on other teams and playing against Sacramento; I\u2019ve always watched the beam. But coming in, I was like, you know, how can we spice it up a little bit? And sunglasses kind of came to mind. And I was like, \u2018Hey, this is going to be something a little more exciting.\u2019 Just added excitement.\u201d<\/p>\n
If he does return to the Kings, his versatility alongside Keegan Murray and DeAndre Hunter could provide them with the wing depth they\u2019ve lacked for seemingly over a decade.<\/p>\n
When is the next Sacramento Kings offseason date of interest?<\/p>\n
The Sacramento Kings will now look ahead to the highly anticipated NBA Draft Lottery, which is set for Sunday, May 10th.<\/p>\n
Sacramento hasn\u2019t secured the top pick in the NBA Draft since 1989, when it selected center Pervis Ellison with the first overall selection.<\/p>\n
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