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Nerlens Noel Signs New Contract with Sacramento Kings

NBA Center Returns to Sacramento for 2023-24 Season

Details of the Contract

Nerlens Noel, the American professional basketball center, has officially signed a new contract with the Sacramento Kings. The deal was announced on July 21st, 2023, and was first reported by Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

The contract details have not been disclosed, but it is believed to be a multi-year agreement.

Noel's Career

Noel was born on April 10th, 1994, in Everett, Massachusetts. He attended Tilton School in Tilton, New Hampshire, before playing college basketball for the University of Kentucky. After one season with the Wildcats, he declared for the NBA Draft and was selected 6th overall by the Philadelphia 76ers in 2013.

Noel has played for several teams throughout his career, including the Dallas Mavericks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and New York Knicks. He signed with the Kings as a free agent in 2021 and has become a key part of their rotation.

Kings' Expectations

The Kings have high hopes for Noel in the upcoming season. He is a versatile defender who can play both center and power forward. He is also a solid rebounder and has shown improvement in his scoring.

With Noel in the lineup, the Kings hope to make a playoff push in the 2023-24 season. They have a young and talented roster, and Noel's experience and leadership will be invaluable.