With Domantas Sabonis sidelined for at least a week, the Sacramento Kings have signed Skal Labissiere to a 10-day contract, returning him to the team that drafted him 28th overall in 2016. Labissiere, who last played in the NBA during the 2019-20 season, has spent the last two years with the Stockton Kings, where he showcased strong performance metrics, averaging 16 points and 7.6 rebounds in 20 games this season.

While Jonas Valančiūnas takes over as the starter, and Trey Lyles is expected to get backup minutes, Labissiere offers an alternative for coach Doug Christie in case of foul trouble or injuries. Standing 6-foot-10 with a 7-foot-3 wingspan, Labissiere could potentially provide a more physical presence compared to Lyles, aiding the Kings in their defensive efforts.