Sacramento Kings' Projected 2017-2018 Starters 2.0

Sacramento Kings’ Projected 2017-2018 Starters 2.0

By Rafe Wong | Jul 30, 2017

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SACRAMENTO, CA – APRIL 11: Willie Cauley-Stein /

Center: Willie Cauley-Stein

Willie Cauley-Stein has to be the obvious choice here. During last season, Willie made great strides as he became a better defender and expanded his offensive game outside the paint. With Cauley-Stein continuing to prove himself while being young, he is due to have a breakout season with the Kings.

Starting Kosta Koufos is a solid option as well, but I think Willie has been more productive than him. Plus, Koufos was a solid player last season being the backup big man. Another option to start at center is Georgios Papagiannis, but he still has long ways to go before he can become a reliable asset for the Kings. But the potential is there.

For the full analysis on our reasoning, click here.

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