According to sources, the Sacramento Kings have no intention of buying out DeMar DeRozan's contract. This comes after reports suggested DeRozan might become a buyout candidate. DeRozan is in the second year of a three-year deal. He's owed $25.7 million next season, although only $10 million is guaranteed.

DeRozan has been available in trade talks leading up to the deadline. However, the Kings haven't been eager to move him. If he remains with the team past the deadline, the partial guarantee offers flexibility. They could explore trade options or shed salary this summer.

DeRozan is averaging 19.2 points this season and recently reached 26,000 career points. His professionalism has been praised by teammates and coaches. Despite the circumstances, he's remained productive.

What's next? The trade deadline looms, and the Kings must decide on DeRozan's future. His presence on the team could influence their playoff push or impact their offseason plans. The situation highlights the complexities of NBA roster management.