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2017 NBA free agency tracker: Grades for every deal so far

By Gerald Bourguet

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2017 NBA free agency tracker
INDIANAPOLIS, IN – FEBRUARY 24: Zach Randolph #50 of the Memphis Grizzlies shoots the ball against the Indiana Pacers during the game at Bankers Life Fieldhouse on February 24, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

Zach Randolph: 2 years, $24 million (Sacramento Kings)

Similar to the George Hill signing, the Sacramento Kings are looking to address their lack of locker room leadership by signing Zach Randolph. A two-year deal insures this 35-year-old won’t be a burden on the cap sheet if his body begins to break down, while the Kings get one of the best sixth men in the league from last season.

While it’s jarring to hear “Zach Randolph” and “locker room leader” in the same sentence given the way his career began, Z-Bo will have plenty of wisdom to impart on the younger frontcourt featuring Willie Cauley-Stein, Skal Labissiere, Harry Giles and Georgios Papagiannis. Here’s hoping he doesn’t steal too many minutes from them.

Last year, Randolph averaged 14.1 points and 8.2 rebounds in just 24.5 minutes per game off the bench. He doesn’t move the needle to “playoff team” for the Kings, but along with Hill, this signing shows the Kings are at least trying to change their culture for the better.

Bourguet Grade: B+

HoopsHabit Grade: B+