The Sacramento Kings are continuing to make interesting moves during the offseason. Recently, they signed former Oklahoma City Thunder shooting guard Adam Flagler to a two-way contract. If the Kings are serious about bringing Flagler into the operation, he could be a good addition to the team.
Flagler is one of a select group of active players with three championships in three leagues. He won an NCAA championship in 2021 with the Baylor Bears, an NBA G League championship in 2024 with the OKC Blue, and an NBA championship in 2025 with the OKC Thunder. He's had a good run.
Keep in mind that Flagler didn't actually play in the NBA Finals that year. He was still on a two-way contract, meaning he wasn't eligible to participate. But it did make him eligible to get a ring, as he did play on the NBA roster during the regular season. Flagler is a champion, plain and simple.
While he went undrafted in 2023, the Thunder took a chance on him and signed Flagler to a two-way contract. He spent two seasons in Oklahoma City before moving to the Spurs' G League team for 2025-2026. Now, he's a King for the next season and might fit the rebuild roster.
Flagler is just looking for the right opportunity to shine
What makes Flagler such an interesting choice for the Kings is the combination of his defense and sharpshooting. On the defensive end of the court, he has an impressively high motor that allows him to be a disruptive force. He's known for shutting passing lanes down and generating steals.
On offense, he's a legitimate threat. Flagler is an elite shot creator who can hit the teardrop over a taller defender as well as launch from deep. He's an almost 40% career three-point shooter. Even more impressive is his vision on the court. Flagler is a solid primary ball-handler and passer.
What has held Flagler back from playing a bigger role in the NBA is his size. He's 6'3" with a smaller wingspan, which the modern NBA has viewed as an undersized guard. Now that we're in a post-Jalen Brunson NBA, smaller guards are in. The league might be ready to give Flagler a chance.
If he manages to get some time on the NBA roster and delivers, that could lead to bigger opportunities for Flagler. At the very least, he'll get a chance to make an impression through the California Classic and the Summer League. He might be a good rotation player for the rebuild.
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