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Sacramento Kings: Three very bold predictions for ‘19-20

By Jonathan Roberts

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 26: Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Jeff Green #32 of the Washington Wizards during an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on October 26, 2018 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 26: Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Jeff Green #32 of the Washington Wizards during an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on October 26, 2018 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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SACRAMENTO, CA – JANUARY 7: Marvin Bagley III #35 and De’Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings high five during the game against the Orlando Magic on January 7, 2019 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CA – JANUARY 7: Marvin Bagley III #35 and De’Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings high five during the game against the Orlando Magic on January 7, 2019 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Rocky Widner/NBAE via Getty Images) /

Despite a strong push to get De’Aaron Fox into the All-Star game last season he didn’t make it. This year he will, and he’ll have some company.

De’Aaron Fox had an incredible season last year, and was arguably deserving of a spot on the NBA’s 2018-19 All-Star team. This year, there’ll be no arguing.

Not only will De’Aaron Fox make an All-Star team, but he’ll be joined by rookie-phenom Marvin Bagley III, who, in games where he played 30+ minutes, averaged 21.2 points, 11.5 rebounds and 1.4 blocks.

Surprised? You shouldn’t be. Fox proved last year he was more than just a gimmicky, fast guy on the court, but an electric talent capable of taking over games on both ends of the court and that he’s an elite point guard in this league.

The real catalyst for both this season though, is Team USA.

Both Fox and Bagley (as well as Harrison Barnes) are moving on with Team USA as they prepare for the 2019 FIBA World Cup. And not only have they been moving on, but they’re excelling. Couple that with the opportunity to play against the best players from across the world and under the best coaches, and you’ve got a recipe for an even bigger breakout season from Fox and Bagley.

And, in the wise words of Trinidad James: Don’t believe me, just watch.

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