Daeqwon Plowden News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Won't start Monday Plowden is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Pelicans, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Plowden turned in a solid effort in his first start of the season Saturday, scoring 16 points, though he'll revert to a reserve role for Monday's contest. The Bowling Green product has appeared in five NBA games this season, averaging 5.6 points, 2.8 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 19.8 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 16 points in first start Plowden finished Saturday's 132-126 loss to the Cavaliers with 16 points (6-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 39 minutes.

Impact Plowden recently rejoined the parent club after another stint with the Stockton affiliate. The move appears to be Sacramento's first acknowledgment of the lost season, and it's taking a look at its inventory as it looks to the future. The Bowling Green product has bounced among several different teams since going undrafted in 2022, but he's developed his skills in G League competition and landed with a squad that's building a youthful core alongside a solid group of veterans.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Making first start of NBA career Plowden is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.

Impact Plowden will make the first start of his NBA career as the Kings will play a young starting lineup. Plowden will slot alongside two rookies, Maxime Raynaud and Nique Clifford, and veterans Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan. Plowden is averaging 3.0 points and 2.0 rebounds per game in his four outings off the bench in 2025-26.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

A reliable G League shooter could help shore up the Kings' offense Daeqwon Plowden has been playing incredibly well for the Stockton Kings, making him a solid 3&D choice for the Sacramento Kings.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Kings new roster decision was direct result of Kevin Durant trade The Sacramento Kings just signed Daeqwon Plowden to a two-way contract less than a month after he was waived following getting moved in the...

JULY 31, 2025 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Inks two-way deal with Sacramento The Kings signed Plowden to a two-way contract Wednesday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact The Suns waived Plowden on July 6 after being traded to Phoenix in the massive seven-team trade involving Kevin Durant landing with the Rockets. The Bowling Green product played in six regular-season games with the Hawks during the 2024-25 campaign, averaging 7.2 points and 1.8 rebounds across 12 minutes per game while shooting 64 percent from the floor and 52.9 percent from beyond the arc.

JULY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

To be waived by Phoenix Plowden will be waived by the Suns, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports Sunday.

Impact Plowden was sent to the Suns as part of a historic seven-team trade that became official Sunday, though he'll now have to explore other opportunities. The 26-year-old appeared in six outings for Atlanta after signing a two-way deal with the team in December, averaging 7.2 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.5 three-pointers in 12.0 minutes per game during that span.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Phoenix The Hawks traded Plowden to the Suns as part of a historic seven-team trade that became official Sunday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Plowden played in six games for the Hawks during the 2024-25 campaign. The Bowling Green product averaged 7.2 points and 1.8 rebounds across 12 minutes per game, shooting 64 percent from the field and 52.9 percent from deep.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible for playoffs Plowden, who is on a two-way contract with the Hawks, is ineligible for the NBA Playoffs.

Impact Plowden appeared in a total of six games for the Hawks, averaging 7.2 points and 1.8 rebounds in 12.0 minutes. He was much more involved for the College Park Skyhawks in the G League, posting averages of 15.4 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.1 steals, 0.9 blocks and 2.2 three-pointers across 29 appearances.

APRIL 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rare appearance in win Plowden registered two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) in one minute during Thursday's 133-109 victory over Brooklyn.

Impact Plowden suited up for just the fifth time all season, all of which have been garbage-time appearances bar one. It's clear Plowden is on the outside looking in when it comes to rotational minutes, averaging 5.2 points in 8.1 minutes this season.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to NBA Plowden was transferred from the G League's College Park Skyhawks to Atlanta on Monday.

Impact With College Park missing out on the G League playoffs, Plowden will join the Hawks in the NBA to provide some depth to the roster. The rookie swingman is logging 16.5 minutes per game over two appearances with Atlanta in 2024-25, but it's unclear what kind of role he'll have to close out the season.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't suit up Sunday Plowden didn't play in Sunday's 126-108 G League loss to the Rio Grande Valley Vipers due to a right elbow strain.

Impact The right elbow strain is a new injury for Plowden, and his next chance to suit up will come in the parent club's game against Memphis on Monday. The two-way swingman has received the majority of his playing time in the G League, appearing in only two outings with the Hawks since signing a two-way contract with the club in December.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to parent club The Hawks transferred Ploweden from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Friday.

Impact Plowden recorded 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, one assist and one block in 22 minutes during Thursday's 123-122 overtime G League loss to the Maine Celtics. However, Plowden will now get an opportunity to crack the Hawks' NBA rotation during Saturday's matchup with Boston.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Taking flight: The NBA debut of Daeqwon Plowden | NBA.com Daeqwon Plowden joined Kendrick Nunn and Andre Ingram as the only undrafted players since the ABA merger to score 19 or more points in their...

JANUARY 16, 2025 • NBA.COM

Shines in debut Wednesday Plowden closed Wednesday's 110-94 victory over the Bulls with 19 points (7-8 FG, 5-6 3Pt) and four rebounds over 25 minutes.

Impact Plowden played in an NBA game for the first time in his career, providing the Hawks with a much-needed scoring punch off the bench. He took advantage of the fact Atlanta was short-handed, something that may not last too long. While it is fantastic to see players like Plowden making a name for themselves on the biggest stage of all, it is unlikely to repeat itself any time soon.

JANUARY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keaton Wallace & Daeqwon Plowden GO OFF for 46 Points & 9 threes combined in Hawks Win over Bulls

JANUARY 16, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Recalled to NBA Atlanta recalled Daeqwon Plowden from the G League's College Park Skyhawks on Wednesday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Plowden, who is on a two-way contract with Atlanta, could see his first taste of NBA action Wednesday against the Bulls -- Atlanta will have just 10 players available due to numerous injuries.

JANUARY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Agrees to two-way deal Plowden and the Hawks agreed to a two-way contract Friday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Plowden went undrafted in 2022 out of Bowling Green and has never been on an active NBA roster during the regular season until now. Before signing the two-way deal, Plowden was playing for the Hawks' G League affiliate, the College Park Skyhawks, averaging 14.2 points while shooting 38.5 percent from deep.

DECEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Atlanta The Hawks waived Plowden on Friday, Brad Rowland of the Locked On Podcast Network reports.

Impact Plowden latched on with the club for training camp on a non-guaranteed deal. However, after being waived the 26-year-old is expected to join Atlanta's G League affiliate -- the College Park Skyhawks -- for the 2024-25 campaign.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

2024-25 Atlanta Hawks Roster Preview: Daeqwon Plowden Age: 26 (2 seasons in G League) Height, Weight: 6'6, 216 lbs 2023-24 Averages (G League): 14 points, 3.9 rebounds, 1 assist and 1.1 steals o...

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • SI.COM

Signs with Atlanta Plowden signed a contract with the Hawks on Thursday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact Plowden was waived by the Warriors earlier this month, but he only needed a few days to find a new team. Plowden was previously on a two-way contract with the Warriors and turned heads with his play in the 2024 Summer League, averaging 14.6 points per game and shooting 39.6 percent from three-point range across eight contests. Plowden will likely open the season with the College Park Skyhawks of the G League.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Warriors The Warriors waived Plowden on Tuesday.

Impact Plowden had previously agreed to a two-way deal with the Warriors but will now start the 2024-25 campaign as a free agent. It wouldn't be surprising for the 25-year-old forward to find his way onto a G League roster.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Golden State on two-way deal Plowden and the Warriors agreed to a two-way contract Tuesday, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

Impact Plowden has been a standout during the Summer League, averaging 16.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.2 blocks and 2.6 three-pointers across five appearances. He's likely to be a featured player in the G League for Santa Cruz this season.

JULY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NBA 2K25 Summer League: Daeqwon Plowden paces Warriors' charge | NBA.com Daeqwon Plowden scores a team-high 19 points (8-12 FGs) to lead four Warriors in double figures at the NBA 2K25 Summer League.

JULY 14, 2024 • NBA.COM

Returns to action Sunday Plowden (leg) recorded 14 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 23 minutes during Sunday's 92-68 win over the Lakers in the California C...

Impact Plowden suffered a right leg injury during Saturday's Summer League win over Miami, but he was back in action a day later. He's played a prominent role for Golden State this summer and should continue to get opportunities to contribute.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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