According to ESPN's Jake Fischer, the contract between Crowder and the Kings is expected to include incentives that could push his total earnings closer to $15 million. Crowder is set to bolster the Kings' wing rotation, which has been depleted by injuries to De'Aaron Fox and Kevin Huerter.
The 32-year-old forward brings a wealth of experience and versatility to Sacramento. He is a capable defender, known for his physicality and ability to guard multiple positions. Crowder is also a solid three-point shooter, averaging 33.9% from beyond the arc in his career.
The Kings, who currently hold the third seed in the Western Conference, are hoping Crowder's arrival will provide a boost to their playoff aspirations. The team has struggled defensively this season, ranking 26th in the league in defensive rating. Crowder's presence should help improve their perimeter defense and provide some much-needed depth on the wing.
With Crowder now on board, the Kings will face an interesting decision in the summer. Crowder is set to become a free agent again at the end of the season, and the team will need to decide whether to pursue a long-term deal with him. If Crowder performs well in Sacramento, he could be a valuable piece for a team that is aiming to make a deep playoff run.
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