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Kings, Martin agree to deal
Downtown rally is planned after signing
By Sam Amick - Bee Staff Writer
Published 12:00 am PDT Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Story appeared in SPORTS section, Page C1
The Kings announced Tuesday that they have agreed in principle with Kevin Martin on a contract extension.
The fourth-year shooting guard's extension, according to two league sources, is for five years and approximately $55 million and is expected to be signed today. Once the deal is signed, the team has planned a celebration reminiscent of the 2001 Chris Webber re-signing party downtown.
After an afternoon news conference, Martin will join Kings basketball president Geoff Petrie, co-owners Joe and Gavin Maloof and coach Reggie Theus at the corner of K and 13th streets downtown near the Esquire IMAX Theatre for a fan rally that is open to the public.
"In all likelihood, it'll happen pretty quick," Petrie said by phone. "There'll be more to say when we actually do it. I just hope everyone stays healthy for one more day."
Martin declined comment until the extension is signed.
"Kevin is thrilled," Martin's agent, Jason Levien, said. "He has loved his first three years in Sacramento, both in the community and with the organization, and he feels fortunate that he will have the opportunity to continue to improve his game in Sacramento and help the team succeed."
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- The Bee's Sam Amick can be reached at samick@sacbee.com.
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Sacramento Bee file, 2007/Hector Amezcua Kevin Martin, making a steal against Denver's Carmelo Anthony last season, is "thrilled" with his contract extension, according to his agent, Jason Levien.
MARTIN RALLY
What: A rally open to the public to celebrate the contract extension of fourth-year shooting guard Kevin Martin.
Where: In front of the Esquire Grill and IMAX Theatre, corner of 13th and K streets.
When: Today, 4 p.m.
Who: Martin, Kings basketball president Geoff Petrie, coach Reggie Theus and co-owners Joe and Gavin Maloof.
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