Reporting from Sacramento indicated the Kings and Jazz were in final conversations about a trade involving John Collins — but that the deal didn't go through. Collins responded to the rumors on Thursday.

However, it seems as if the Jazz were almost involved in a big deal that nearly took place not too long ago, but the trade ultimately fell through. According to James Ham of The K

Now in nearly the same boat as the Miami Heat, the Sacramento Kings are exploring trades for their face of the franchise, with a specific package in mind.