Zach LaVine was recently acquired by the Sacramento Kings, and his latest 42-point performance shows the potential of that new marriage.

LaVine has been underwhelming since joining the Kings via trade a few weeks ago. The 29-year-old guard is averaging 20.3 points and 4.7 assists through seven games with the Kings, shooting just 43% from the field and 26.4% from beyond the arc.

Both of these teams went through massive overhauls at the trade deadline, with the Kings bringing in Zach LaVine, and the Warriors trading for Jimmy Butler. That makes the two new players for each squad an easy choice for the matchup of the game.

Zach LaVine is one of the most exciting players in the NBA. The two-time All-Star is currently averaging 23.7 points, 4.6 rebounds and 4.6 assists per contest w

In response to Ja Morant’s challenge, Zach LaVine reposted Morant’s message on X and hinted at a potential return.

The Kings star hints at possibly another go around at the Slam Dunk competition after being called out by Ja Morant.

Markelle Fultz made his NBA return when he signed a deal with the Sacramento Kings. Fultz had been a free agent for the first half of the 2024-25 season. On Thursday, Zach LaVine spoke about Fultz. LaVine (h/t Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports 1140): "I've known Markelle since he was