Sacramento and forward Abdur-Rahim reach deal

Sacramento, CA (Basketball News) - The Sacramento Kings have reportedly come to terms with free agent forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim, according to the Sacramento Bee.

Abdur-Rahim, one of the most coveted and marquee players available during the offseason, appeared to be headed to the New Jersey Nets in a trade with Portland back on August 2. However, the deal was put on hold due to concerns resulting from his physical examination by the Nets.

The trade was then rejected by New Jersey when Abdur-Rahim failed to pass the club’s physical because of scar tissue in his right knee.

The third overall selection of Vancouver in 1996, Abdur-Rahim has averaged 19.8 points with 8.1 rebounds in 672 games with the Grizzlies, Atlanta Hawks and Trail Blazers.

An All-Star in 2002, Abdur-Rahim averaged 16.8 points and 7.3 boards in 54 games with Portland last season.