KEVIN HUERTER NEWS

Inactive for preseason opener Huerter (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Warriors.

Impact Huerter has been increasingly more involved at practice, but he's yet to be cleared for 5-on-5 activities and will be unavailable for the Kings' preseason opener. Huerter is recovering from a procedure in April that repaired his torn left labrum. While the 26-year-old seems close to gaining 5-on-5 clearance, it's unknown when he'll be ready to play in games. Sacramento's next exhibition comes Friday at Golden State.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Continues to progress Huerter (shoulder) was able to increase his activity at Tuesday's practice as he continues to progress to full-contact work, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Huerter suffered a labral tear to his left shoulder back in March, and while he's been limited to open training camp, all signs point to a return in the near future. The next step is getting clearance for 5-on-5 activities, but it's unclear when he'll be able to make his preseason debut.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Limited to non-contact activities Head coach Mike Brown said Monday that Huerter has been restricted to non-contact activities in practice as he recovers from a left shoulder injury, Jason Anderson of The Sacrament...

Impact Huerter is in the final stages of his recovery from a dislocation and labral tear to his left shoulder that he suffered in March. He's been focused on individual workouts during training camp, and the 26-year-old guard appears to be inching closer towards returning to 5-on-5 activities ahead of the start of the 2024-25 regular season.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kings' Kevin Huerter Gives Hopeful Injury Update The Sacramento Kings sharpshooter is eager to get back on the court.

OCTOBER 1 • SI.COM

Ramping up ahead of season Huerter (shoulder) has been ramping up his individual workouts ahead of the regular season, and he said Monday that "The last step for me is really just getting 5-on-5 full-contact...

Impact Huerter is six months out from suffering a dislocation and labral tear to his left shoulder. However, the 26-year-old said during media day that he feels good and expects to be cleared for 5-on-5 action before the beginning of the regular season, if his follow up appointment in mid-October goes well.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for on-court workouts Huerter (shoulder) has been cleared for on-court workouts, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.

Impact Huerter is recovering from a shoulder procedure he underwent in early April, and the news that he's been cleared for on-court workouts shows he's trending in the right direction. Huerter will be re-evaluated in mid-October, and if everything continues to trend in the right direction, he could be cleared for full contact activity before the start of the 2024-25 regular season.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Lakers add Bronny James at No. 55 after grabbing veteran Dalton Knecht in first round

The NBA’s Pacific Division wasn’t the destination for many young projects during this year’s draft, though there was one extremely notable exception to that rule

JUNE 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Undergoes shoulder procedure Huerter (shoulder) underwent successful surgery to repair his torn left labrum, he will be out for the remainder of the season but should be a full-go for 2024-25, Brenden Nunes of...

Impact Huerter officially went through the surgery without any issues, thus beginning a lengthy rehab process. He'll look to move past a somewhat disappointing 2023-24 season, finishing with career lows in minutes per game (24.4) and three-point percentage (36.1) in 64 games (59 starts). Huerter will be entering his final year of a four-year, $65 million contract he signed with the Hawks back in 2021, and could see his playing time increase next season if the Kings don't retain pending free agent Malik Monk.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Kings' Kevin Huerter to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery Fifth-year guard Kevin Huerter dislocated his left shoulder and tore the labrum on March 18 after taking contact from Desmond Bane.

MARCH 30 • NBA.COM

Sacramento Kings' Kevin Huerter to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter will miss the rest of the season with plans to undergo left shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum, coach Mike Brown confirmed

MARCH 30 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kings G Kevin Huerter (shoulder) out for season Sacramento Kings starting guard Kevin Huerter will undergo season-ending left shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum, according to multipl...

MARCH 29 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

To undergo season-ending surgery Huerter will undergo season-ending left shoulder surgery to repair a torn labrum but is expected to make a full recovery ahead of the 2024-25 campaign, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN r...

Impact Huerter dislocated his left shoulder in mid-March and has been sidelined since. The Kings were hesitant to rule the sharpshooter out for the entire season, but it seems both parties agreed that getting the surgery now was the right move. Huerter's production was sporadic in 2023-24, and overall, he saw dips in every major category compared to his first season in Sacramento. He'll finish with averages of 10.2 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.9 three-pointers and 0.7 steals in 24.4 minutes per game over 64 appearances. Huerter has two years remaining on his current contract.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return this season Huerter (shoulder) won't return during the 2023-24 season, even if the Kings make the playoffs, Sam Amico of HoopsWire.com reports.

Impact Huerter suffered a dislocated shoulder and labral tear last week, and the issue will force him to miss the remainder of the year. The 25-year-old's production declined in most areas during his second season with the Kings, as he averaged 10.2 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 24.4 minutes per game over 64 appearances. He'll now shift his focus toward preparing for the 2024-25 season.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kings guard Kevin Huerter is sidelined with injured left shoulder | NBA.com Kevin Huerter was injured in the 1st quarter of Monday's win over Memphis. No recovery timeline has been provided.

MARCH 22 • NBA.COM

Kings guard Kevin Huerter is sidelined with injured left shoulder

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter will be sidelined with a dislocated left shoulder and labral tear

MARCH 21 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

No timetable for return The Kings announced Thursday that Huerter, who have been ruled out for Thursday's game against Washington, has been diagnosed with a dislocated shoulder and labral tear and doesn't...

Impact Huerter sustained his shoulder injury during Monday's win over the Grizzlies, and the team is still evaluating treatment options. While it's not yet clear when the 25-year-old will be able to return, it seems likely that he's facing a multi-game absence.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Huerter (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Washington.

Impact Huerter sustained a left shoulder injury Monday against Memphis, and he'll be sidelined for a second consecutive game Thursday. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but Keon Ellis will likely continue to handle a starting role in Huerter's absence.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Wednesday Huerter (shoulder) will be inactive Wednesday against Toronto.

Impact A formal diagnosis on Huerter's shoulder has yet to come, potentially indicating that Sacramento is sending him for additional testing. The Kings will commence a back-to-back Wednesday without the 25-year-old, and Huerter's status is likely in doubt for Thursday's game against Washington as well. Keon Ellis and Chris Duarte profile as match-up dependent fill-ins for Sacramento's rotation.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Kings guard Kevin Huerter knocked out of game versus Grizzlies with shoulder injury

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter left Monday night’s game against Memphis with a left shoulder injury and was ruled out for the rest of the game

MARCH 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with shoulder injury Huerter will not return to Monday's game against Memphis due to a left shoulder injury.

Impact Huerter was fouled so hard by Desmond Bane that his left shoulder appears to subluxate/dislocate in the air -- although it was an inadvertent play and normal transition foul from Bane. No official diagnosis has been published by Sacramento yet, but Huerter's night is done.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Injuries arm Monday Huerter exited to the locker room in the first quarter of Monday's game against Memphis after suffering a wrist injury, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Huerter was fouled in transition and immediately crumpled to a heap under the basket after taking a smack to the arm. It's unclear if his wrist or shoulder suffered more of the blow, but Huerter went straight to the locker room, visibly in pain.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Knicks Huerter (leg) is available to face the Knicks on Saturday, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Huerter was initially listed as questionable after missing the Wednesday win over the Lakers, and the veteran shooting guard will be available for this one, meaning he should handle his regular workload as a starter. Huerter has been struggling of late, however, as he's averaging 9.3 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.8 assists per game while shooting 33.3 percent from three-point range since the end of the All-Star break.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Huerter (leg) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game versus the Knicks, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Huerter is in danger of missing his second straight game due to a bruised right leg. More light should be shed on his status once he begins to test his leg out during pregame warmups. If he is ultimately unable to play, Chris Duarte and Keon Ellis are prime candidates to benefit from his absence.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Full go at practice Huerter (leg) was a full participant during Friday's practice, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 report.

Impact Huerter was sidelined for Wednesday's win over the Lakers but is trending in the right direction ahead of Saturday's matchup versus the Knicks. The sharpshooter has struggled lately, averaging just 6.1 points while shooting 25 percent from three over his last seven appearances.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Lakers Huerter (leg) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.

Impact Huerter has been downgraded from questionable to out Wednesday due to a right leg contusion. Chris Duarte and Keon Ellis will likely continue to receive increased playing time in his absence. Huerter's next chance to suit up is Saturday's matchup with the Knicks.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE