Kings Sign UDFA Isaiah Crawford to Two-Way Deal

The Sacramento Kings pick up an undrafted free agent from LA Tech.

Feb 22, 2024; El Paso, Texas, USA; LA Tech Bulldogs Aggies forward Isaiah Crawford (22) dribbles the ball against the UTEP Miners defense in the first half at Don Haskins Center. Mandatory Credit: Ivan Pierre Aguirre-USA TODAY Sports / Ivan Pierre Aguirre-USA TODAY Sports

The Sacramento Kings traded away the 45th overall pick to the Toronto Raptors so they did not make any noise in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft. But, the Kings are already active on the undrafted free agent market.

Shams Charania of The Athletic reports the Kings are signing Louisiana Tech Bulldogs forward Isaiah Crawford to a two-way deal.

Louisiana Tech's Isaiah Crawford has agreed to a two-way NBA deal with the Kings, sources said.

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 27, 2024

Crawford, 22, is a 6-foot-6 forward with a 7-foot wingspan. The senior averaged 16.3 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.4 assists, 2.1 steals, and 1.7 blocks per game with 48.5/41.4/72.8 shooting splits. The all-around wing has a nice touch around the rim with impressive footwork, but his improved outside shot gives him some versatility.

Crawford lacks as a playmaker and shot creator, but a good amount of his shot attempts come in the post. His length and athleticism make him a versatile defender, and his 3.8 stocks per game as a senior was there to show for it. Crawford earned Conference USA Player and Defensive Player of the Year last season.

Isaiah Crawford might be the most underrated prospect in the 2024 NBA Draft.

At 6’6 with a 7’1 wingspan, Crawford was one of the premier two-way players in the country this season at LA Tech, where he averaged 16.3/6.2/2.4 on 48.5% FG and 57.3% TS.

Some numbers that pop out… pic.twitter.com/LfFReikQO1

— mohamed (@mcfxz) June 13, 2024

Since the Kings did not make a selection in the second round, taking a chance on Crawford with one of their two-way contract spots is not much of a risk. The versatile forward tore the ACL in the same knee twice in college, so he could eventually be an effective piece if he stays healthy.

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