The Kings could look to fill Barnes’ …

The Kings could look to fill Barnes’ roster spot if he cannot return, but that’s not the plan as of Friday. Walton said he talked to general manager Vlade Divac about the possibility of not having Barnes, but given his importance to the team, the Kings are willing to wait. “It’s also a conversation that the player needs to be involved in because ultimately it’s up to them to come out here and keep waiting,” Walton said. “As long as Harrison wants to keep pursuing and join the team, we’re not going to replace him. “It’s one of those things that even if he’s not ready for the first game, Harrison means so much to our team that — we’re out here trying to make a playoff push — so if we can somehow make that happen and Harrison can join for that part of the bubble, then we’re not going to give his spot away if that option is available.”