Jazz Almost Traded John Collins to Kings

Utah Jazz’s John Collins weighs in on Sacramento Kings trade rumors
Reporting from Sacramento indicated the Kings and Jazz were in final conversations about a trade involving John Collins — but that the deal didn't go through. Collins responded to the rumors on Thursday.
Kings have discussed a deal with Jazz for John Collins
Jazz big man John Collins continues to be frequently mentioned as a possible target for the Kings. Earlier this month, it was reported that the Kings were no longer in on trading for Nets forward Cameron Johnson,
Jazz's John Collins breaks silence on rumored Kings trade
Utah Jazz forward John Collins is rumored to be on the move one week before the NBA trade deadline. The Sacramento Kings are reportedly in trade talks for Collins, who knows he could join the Kings between now and February 6. Collins addressed the trade rumors, per The Salt Lake Tribune’s Andy Larsen.
Kings interested in John Collins?
Hopefully you recall our Jan. 22 report about Johnson and Sacramento and how the Kings — after weeks without active discussions with the Nets on the in-demand sharpshooter — had moved on to the
NBA Rumors: Jazz Almost Traded John Collins to Kings
Collins has been a productive piece of the Jazz's rotation when on the floor. He's averaged 18.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.5 assists on 53.1% shooting from the field and a career-best 44.6% from the three-point line.
Sources: Kings, Jazz engaged in serious John Collins trade talks
Collins emerged as their top trade target in recent weeks, sources said. The Kings and Jazz held extensive trade conversations about Collins and came up with the framework for a potential deal ahead of the deadline. Sacramento's interest in Collins has also been reported by NBA insider Marc Stein.
Kings might land $125 million explosive Jazz star amid ‘serious’ trade talks
The Sacramento Kings' phones have been ringing nonstop since it was announced Tuesday afternoon that superstar point guard De'Aaron Fox had been made available on the trade market, but the franchise's front office hasn't stopped pursuing trades outside of Fox to land win-now assets to compete in the present.
A state of 'purgatory': John Collins reacts to latest trade rumors as deadline looms
While John Collins had heard whispers and rumors over the last few weeks, he hadn't heard the latest report: He was apparently pretty close to being a Sacramento King.
Kings Discussed Deal For John Collins
The Jazz and the Kings have connected about a deal for John Collins but it's unclear how far talks progressed.
Kings reportedly held ‘exploratory trade talks’ regarding $125 million Jazz star
“The Jazz and Kings have conducted exploratory trade talks centered on John Collins,” Forbes’ Evan Sidery shared via Twitter/X on Thursday afternoon. “Sacramento can make salaries work while avoiding the tax by including Kevin Huerter and Trey Lyles.”
Jazz's John Collins: Returns with 16-point showing
Collins (illness) tallied 16 points (5-12 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal across 28 minutes Thursday in the Jazz 's 138-113 loss to the Timberwolves.
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