Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine is expected to pick up his $48.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.

"They are not leaving that money on the table, So, he's not opting out", Amick said about LaVine and his representation during a recent appearance on SacTown Sports.

Amick also reported that the Kings have given LaVine permission to look into sign-and-trade options. In that scenario, the veteran shooting guard would opt out, sign for a lower salary and would be traded. Sacramento would be happy to work with LaVine in that situation, but no sign-and-trade option has presented itself as of yet.