Sacramento Kings Deliver Farewell Message For Now-OKC Thunder Player After Trade

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie delivered a farewell message wishing Nique Clifford the best after the team traded him to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Christie praised Clifford as the ultimate professional and explained that backcourt competition and roster depth led to the move. In exchange for the permanent trade, Sacramento acquired two future unprotected second-round draft picks.

The Oklahoma City Thunder made the move to reinforce depth after major long-term injuries to starters Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, and Chet Holmgren. To create a roster spot for Clifford, Oklahoma City waived guard Dalen Terry.