Dylan Cardwell should be the center for a rookie/sophomore Kings’ line

Writer Ian Goodwillie argues that Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie should build a young lineup centered around Dylan Cardwell once players return from injury. The proposed all-youth unit would feature Cardwell at center alongside Maxime Raynaud, Alex Karaban, Nique Clifford, and Darius Acuff Jr. Goodwillie contends this combination complements each player's strengths, particularly on defense and rebounding.

Cardwell is currently sidelined after sustaining a left calf strain during the preseason, though he has begun on-court rehabilitation activities ahead of an upcoming re-evaluation. Raynaud is also working back from an injury. The article notes Cardwell previously progressed from being an undrafted player on a two-way deal to securing a full main-roster spot.