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The Houston Rockets traded Sterling Brown, Trey Burke, Marquese Chriss and David Nwaba to Oklahoma City for Derrick Favors, Maurice Harkless, Ty Jerome, Théo Maledon and a second-r...

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Headed to Houston Harkless -- along with Derrick Favors, Ty Jerome, Theo Maledon and a 2025 second-round pick -- was traded from the Thunder to the Rockets on Thursday in exchange for David Nwaba, S...

Impact It's only been two days since the Thunder acquired Harkless from the Hawks via trade, but he'll now join his third team in three months as soon as the transaction is finalized. It's unclear what Harkless' role will be with the Rockets, but assuming he stays put, he'll provide depth at both forward spots for the 2022-23 season. In 47 appearances last season with the Kings, Harkless averaged 4.6 points and 2.4 rebounds in 18.4 minutes per contest.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Potential Destinations if Maurice Harkless is Bought Out What teams could Moe Harkless land on if he’s bought out by the OKC Thunder?

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Thunder acquire forward Maurice Harkless in trade with Hawks

The Oklahoma City Thunder have acquired veteran forward Maurice Harkless in a trade with the Atlanta Hawks

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Dealt to Oklahoma City Harkless -- along with a second-round pick -- was traded to the Thunder from the Hawks in exchange for Vit Krejci (knee) on Tuesday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Hawks acquired Harkless in the deal that sent Kevin Huerter to the Kings, but the veteran forward is on the move again, though his fit in Oklahoma City is unclear. Harkless may serve as a depth option to fill some of the minutes that were expected for Chet Holmgren (foot), or he could be yet another bargaining piece for the Thunder as they continue to retool their roster.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt to Atlanta Harkless -- along with Justin Holiday and a future first-round pick -- was dealt from the Kings to the Hawks on Friday for Kevin Huerter, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact After the Hawks traded for Dejounte Murray, Huerter's role as a shooting guard became less needed, so Atlanta opted to load up on more defensive-minded wings. Harkless will presumably slot in as the backup power forward but can see minutes at the three as well. Last season, he saw 18.4 minutes per game and averaged 4.6 points and 2.4 rebounds. He's an inconsistent three-point shooter -- 32.0 percent for his career on 1.9 attempts per game.

JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento faces Chicago after Fox's 41-point outing

Sacramento plays the Chicago Bulls after De'Aaron Fox scored 41 points in the Sacramento Kings' 134-125 loss to the Utah Jazz

MARCH 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Available Saturday Harkless (ankle) will be available to play against Utah on Saturday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Harkless missed Sacramento's last six games due to a sprained right ankle, but he appears set to make his return against the Jazz. The veteran will come off the bench for the contest and may be on a minutes restriction due to the extended absence.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento takes on Utah, aims to end 3-game skid

Sacramento looks to break its three-game skid when the Kings play Utah

MARCH 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Questionable Saturday Harkless (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Harkless hasn't played since Feb. 26 but could make his return. If he does, he may come off the bench and be on a minutes limit.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Wednesday Harkless (ankle) is unavailable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Harkless was questionable with a sprained right ankle and will miss his sixth straight game, though his status wasn't updated Wednesday until after opening tip. Regardless, his next chance to take the court will come Saturday at Utah.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Nuggets Harkless (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Harkless has missed the past five games but could return Wednesday. If he does, he may be on a minutes limit, and it's not clear if he'll reclaim his starting spot immediately.

MARCH 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets take on the Kings, look for 4th straight victory

Denver will attempt to extend its three-game win streak with a victory against Sacramento

MARCH 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Randle nets career-best 46, Knicks rally past Kings 131-115

Julius Randle hit eight 3-pointers and scored 17 of his career-high 46 points in the third quarter as the New York Knicks rallied from a 20-point deficit and beat the Sacramento Ki...

MARCH 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Unavailable Monday Harkless has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Knicks due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Harkless didn't appear in any of the last four games, and he's now dealing with a sprained ankle. His next chance to return will be Wednesday against the Nuggets.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Steps out of starting five Harkless will come off the bench Monday against the Thunder, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact Harkless started in his past 10 appearances but will exit the lineup after totaling nine points (4-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), three rebounds and one block in 26 minutes over the last two games. Trey Lyles will start in his place for Sacramento.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vanishes in loss Harkless posted one point (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and two rebounds across 18 minutes during Monday's 109-85 loss to Brooklyn.

Impact Harkless entered Monday averaging 13.8 points on 56.8 percent shooting over five contests in January, but he lost all semblance of being a productive contributor against Brooklyn. Monday can serve as a reminder to temper expectations for the 28-year-old, who is averaging 5.2 points and 2.6 rebounds across 39 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive effort in win Harkless racked up 17 points (5-5 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds and one block over 30 minutes during Saturday's 123-110 win over Washington.

Impact Harkless has started in each of Sacramento's last six games and has been productive, scoring in double digits in four of the last five and also pulling down at least eight rebounds in two of the last three. The veteran is averaging just 7.0 points and 3.5 rebounds per game when playing as a starter (20 games), but there's no question his numbers are experiencing an uptick that should translate into a bigger fantasy role if he's able to keep his place as a starter going forward.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets face the Kings on 11-game skid

Brooklyn will try to stop its 11-game losing streak when the Brooklyn Nets play Sacramento

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Fox, Sabonis power new-look Kings past Wizards 123-110

De’Aaron Fox scored 26 points, Domantas Sabonis added 16 points and 11 rebounds in his second game for Sacramento, and the new-look Kings beat the Washington Wizards 123-110

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Officially playing, starting Harkless (ankle) will start Saturday's matchup against the Wizards, Sean Cunningham of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.

Impact As expected, Harkless makes his return following a one-game absence. His return pushes Chimezie Metu to the bench.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play, start Harkless (ankle) is active for Saturday's game against the Wizards and is expected to play and start, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact The Kings are going as far as possible to say Harkless is starting Saturday without definitively confirming it. But, assuming that's the case, Chimezie Metu will head back to the bench while Domantas Sabonis starts at center.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Harkless (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Wizards.

Impact Harkless' absence opened up a spot for Chimezie Metu to start alongside the newly-acquired Domantas Sabonis. It's unclear how the rotation will shake when Harkless is available, though he'll presumably get the nod at power forward.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento visits Washington on 13-game road slide

Sacramento will attempt to break its 13-game road skid when the Kings take on Washington

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Sabonis' double-double leads Kings past Timberwolves 132-119

Harrison Barnes scored 30 points, Domantas Sabonis had 22 points and 14 rebounds in his Kings debut and Sacramento pulled away late to beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 132-119

FEBRUARY 10, 2022 • Associated Press

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