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Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warrior...
Brenden Nunes

The importance of the possession game for the Sacramento Kings postseaon success

The Sacramento Kings executed their ideal postseason formula in their play-in win over Golden State: Defense and the possession game.
6 days ago
Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings battles for a rebound against Jordan Nwora #13 and Jon...
Joseph Jarosz

Jontay Porter, who limited his participation vs Kings, receives lifetime ban from NBA

The NBA has banned Jontay Porter after an investigation found he was found to have violated the league's gambling policies.
7 days ago
Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans reacts after sustaining an injury during the second ...
Amiliano Fragoso

Report: Zion Williamson out vs. Kings for play-in game Friday

News broke Wednesday morning that Zion Williamson will not be available for NO's matchup with the Kings Friday.
7 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 11: CJ McCollum #3 of the New Orleans Pelicans dribbling the ball is...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Davion Mitchell says Kings ‘need to get their get-back’ vs. Pelicans

After losing all five regular season matchups against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Sacramento Kings hope the sixth time is the charm.
7 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 16: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings is guarded by Stephen ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kayte Christensen on how Keegan Murray has grown as a player

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to break down Keegan Murray's impressive showing against the Warriors.
7 days ago
Jusuf Nurkic #20 of the Phoenix Suns handles the ball during the first half of the NBA game at Foot...
Arizona Sports

Suns’ Jusuf Nurkic posts ‘that’s all folks!’ after Kings take down Draymond Green, Warriors

Phoenix Suns big man Jusuf Nurkic and Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green have had quite the back-and-forth this season. Given the timing of Nurkic’s latest social media post on Tuesday, there’s reason to believe the Bosnian big man has taken the latest shot in the ongoing feud. Shortly after the Golden State Warriors were […]
7 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 16: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings is guarded by Moses Mo...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kings’ Keegan Murray on remaining aggressive against Warriors

Keegan Murray knocked down eight three-pointers during the Sacramento Kings' impressive Play-In win over the Golden State Warriors.
7 days ago
Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors walks off the court after losing to the Sacramento K...
Joseph Jarosz

Dry night for one half of the Splash Brothers

If Tuesday night was the last time Klay Thompson donned a Golden State Warriors jersey, then he went on with a flicker instead of his usual flame.
7 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 16: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Draymond G...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sweet Revenge: Kings eliminate Warriors, advance in NBA Play-In

Nearly one year removed from last season's Game 7 loss, the Sacramento Kings have eliminated the Golden State Warriors from the postseason.
7 days ago
De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings goes for a layup against the New Orleans Pelicans in the se...
Joseph Jarosz

Sixth time the charm? Kings to face Pelicans in final play-in game

With the Kings' win Tuesday over the Golden State Warriors, Sacramento will now travel to New Orleans to face the Pelicans in the final play-in matchup in the Western Conference.
7 days ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives against Jose Alvarado #15 of the New Orleans Peli...
JAKE SHAPIRO Denver Sports Analyst

Denver Nuggets will face LeBron James’ Lakers in first round

For a second straight season, the Denver Nuggets will meet LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers in the playoffs, this time in the first round.
7 days ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors competes for a loose ball against De'Aaron Fox #5 of...
Joseph Jarosz

Sean Cunningham likes the Kings in a one-game scenario against Warriors

Sean Cunningham, sports reporter and producer for FOX40, joined "The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross" to preview Tuesday night's NBA play-in game between the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors.
8 days ago
Trey Lyles #41 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after a play in the first quarter against the Golden ...
Joseph Jarosz

The history on the nine seed in the NBA play-in tournament

The NBA play-in tournament hasn't been around for a long time, but the ninth seed has been a good spot for teams so far.
8 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles against ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Stephen Curry expects Game 7 environment for Kings vs. Warriors

Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry expects a Game 7 atmosphere at Golden 1 Center for Tuesday's winner-take-all Play-In game.
8 days ago
De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings shoots the ball against Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden Sta...
Joseph Jarosz

Former Kings coach expects De’Aaron Fox to have ‘a huge game’ Tuesday

Garry St. Jean, a former Sacramento Kings coach and Warriors general manager, on how impactful De'Aaron Fox needs to be against Golden State.
8 days ago
Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after making a three-point basket against the Go...
Brenden Nunes

Threes expected to play large impact in Kings Warriors play-in game

Two of the better three point shooting teams in the league face off in a single elimination game, Kings Warriors play-in basketball.
8 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 27: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings goes up to attempt a s...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings seek redemption with season on line vs. Warriors

The Sacramento Kings hope to avenge last April's Game 7 loss when the Golden State Warriors arrive at Golden 1 Center for Tuesday's Play-In.
8 days ago
Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown (left) and assistant coach Jordi Fernandez watch their team ...
Joseph Jarosz

Report: Jordi Fernandez ‘has emerged as the Brooklyn Nets’ next coach

According to ESPN, after a month-long search, the Brooklyn Nets are prepared to hire Sacramento Kings associate head coach Jordi Fernandez as the team's next head coach.
8 days ago
Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings is guarded by Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warri...
Brenden Nunes

Revisiting the four Kings Warriors regular season matchups

Once again, the NBA postseason is going to feature Kings Warriors. What can be taken from their four regular season matchups?
8 days ago
A general view as fans cheer during the third quarter in game seven of the Western Conference First...
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Kings vs Warriors is again the hottest postseason ticket

The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors are again the hottest postseason ticket.
8 days ago
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Frankie Cartoscelli

Trey Lyles emphasizes next man up approach for Kings vs. Warriors

Trey Lyles shared his thoughts on another Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors win-or-go-home postseason game.
8 days ago
The victory beam is lit inside the arena after the Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thun...
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Kings one of 10 teams to sell out every home game this season

The Sacramento Kings were one of 10 teams to sell out every one of their home games for the 2023-24 NBA season.
8 days ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 25: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings is guarded by ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Draymond Green, Steve Kerr share thoughts on Kings vs. Warriors

Draymond Green and Steve Kerr shared their thoughts on the Golden State Warriors' Play-In matchup vs. the Sacramento Kings.
9 days ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 01: Davion Mitchell #15 of the Sacramento Kings goes to the ba...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Davion Mitchell thinks Kings ‘are ready’ for rematch vs. Warriors

Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell says he thinks his team is ready for a postseason rematch against the Golden State Warriors.
9 days ago