

Sasha Vezenkov Eyes New Opportunities Beyond Sacramento
Well, some rumors suggest that Sasha Vezenkov, a former EuroLeague MVP, has no club left into which he belongs in the United States during this Season with the Sacramento Kings. Vezenkov began a fine 2022/23 season with Olympiacos Piraeus and ‘jumped’ the NBA last summer, but not as expected in his debut season. The 28-year-old forward couldn’t find much playing time in the Kings team and used to spend most of the time on the bench in total he played 5. 4 points and 2. 3 rebounds in 42 games, while timid center Jalen Reynolds averaged 10.5 points and 5.2 rebounds in 25 games.
Sasha Vezenkov’s Request for Release or Trade
It is said that Sasha Vezenkov has requested the Kings to either release or trade him, according to the member of the European Basketball because of Eurohoops Michalis Stefanou. Although the player earns a three-year deal worth $6.6 million, Vezenkov ended up on the border of the playoffs behind the Sacramento Kings, being involved in 12.2 minutes per game. The Bulgarian international has not been happy with the opportunities he has been getting and the performance of the team and thus the transfer.
Vezenkov’s future is now uncertain. With the Kings needing to decide whether to release or trade him, several scenarios could unfold. If traded, Sasha Vezenkov will carry his existing contract to the new team. However, if released, he could become a free agent, opening the door to various possibilities, including a return to Europe. Given his success in the EuroLeague, a comeback to European basketball cannot be ruled out.
Vezenkov’s EuroLeague Legacy
In the EuroLeague, Vezenkov was an intimidating force before his NBA transfer. Having received the MVP award for the 2022/23 season, the player greatly contributed to the victory of Olympiacos Piraeus. Scoring prowess, daunting ability to rebound, and unbelievable versatility that he demonstrated while playing for Europe established him as one of its most wanted forwards. His potential return would spark the interest of top clubs across Europe across all competitions.
Sasha Vezenkov’s future is still uncertain as the Sacramento Kings are still considering his petition. Whether he continues playing in the NBA or goes back to Europe, the path of Vezenkov has only started. His choice will perhaps depend on some form of probable trade result or some form of opportunity in the international market. For now, basketball enthusiasts across the world keep their fingers crossed waiting for the revelation of the next phase of Vezenkov’s basketball adventure.