Precious Achiuwa has a new NBA team

Precious Achiuwa Joins Sacramento Kings

Free agent center Precious Achiuwa has agreed to a contract with the Sacramento Kings, reports Shams Charania of ESPN. This marks the beginning of Achiuwa's sixth NBA season.

Roster Changes for Kings

To create space for Achiuwa, the Kings are expected to waive second-year center Isaac Jones, according to the same report.

Background on Precious Achiuwa

Achiuwa was selected 20th overall by the Miami Heat in the 2020 NBA Draft but was waived by the Heat before the 2025–26 season. Over five NBA seasons, he has played 320 regular-season games with Miami, Toronto Raptors, and New York Knicks, averaging 7.6 points and 5.7 rebounds in 20 minutes per game.

"Over five NBA seasons, Achiuwa has appeared in 320 regular-season games with the Heat, Raptors, and Knicks, averaging 7.6 points and 5.7 rebounds in 20 minutes per game."

Most Recent Performance

Last season, Achiuwa played 66 games for the New York Knicks, including 10 starts, averaging 6.6 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.

Interest from EuroLeague Teams

Donatas Urbonas of BasketNews noted that several EuroLeague teams were also interested in signing the 26-year-old player.

Isaac Jones' Overview

Isaac Jones, 25, in his second season with the Kings, averaged 1.0 points and 0.7 rebounds in 5.7 minutes per game, before being waived to clear a roster spot.

Precious Achiuwa’s move to the Sacramento Kings reflects strategic roster adjustments as he seeks to revitalize his NBA career in a new environment.

BasketNews.com — 2025-11-04