Domantas Sabonis

Professional basketball player

Lithuanian Kaunas, Lithuania Taurus 6 ft 10 in

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional basketball player
NationalityLithuanian
Date of Birth03/05/1996
Age30 years
BirthplaceKaunas, Lithuania
Zodiac SignTaurus

Latest News about Domantas Sabonis

05/10/2026

Sabonis dismissed offseason trade speculation involving the Sacramento Kings, including reports linking him to the Charlotte Hornets, Detroit Pistons and Boston Celtics. He said he has a strong relationship with Kings general manager Scott Perry and is excited to remain with the team for the 2026-27 season.

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Bio/Wiki

SummaryDomantas Sabonis is a Lithuanian professional basketball center who plays for the Sacramento Kings of the NBA. He was drafted 11th overall in the 2016 NBA Draft and is known for double-double production, rebounding, and passing from the center position. He is a three-time NBA All-Star.
Current StatusAs of October 2026, he is on the Sacramento Kings roster and is expected to be the team's starting center for the 2026-27 season, though his long-term future with the franchise has been the subject of trade speculation. He has publicly dismissed the reports and said he is excited to be in Sacramento.

Physical Stats & More

PositionCenter
Height6 ft 10 in

Educational Qualification(s)

CollegeGonzaga University

Family

FatherArvydas Sabonis

Career

DraftRound 1, 11th overall, 2016 NBA Draft
College CareerGonzaga University
NBA Teams
  • Oklahoma City Thunder
  • Indiana Pacers
  • Sacramento Kings
Current TeamSacramento Kings
Current ContractFour-year veteran extension signed with the Sacramento Kings covering 2024-2027, with a 2026-27 base salary of $45,472,000
Recent PerformancePlayed 19 games in the 2025-26 season due to a meniscus tear that required knee surgery in February 2026, averaging 15.8 points and 11.4 rebounds per game
Career EarningsApproximately $272 million, per Spotrac
Honours
All-Star SelectionsThree-time NBA All-Star

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. His father, Arvydas Sabonis, is also a famous Lithuanian basketball player and Hall of Fame center.
2. He was traded from Oklahoma City to Indiana in 2016 as part of the deal that brought Victor Oladipo to the Thunder.
3. He has been a consistent double-double threat, with career shooting splits that improved his three-point accuracy in recent seasons.

Also born on 3 May

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