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TORONTO, ON - MARCH 20: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings battles for a rebound against ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sabonis extends double-double streak as Kings dominate Raptors

The Sacramento Kings picked up its 40th win of the season in blowout fashion during Wednesday’s comfortable win over the Toronto Raptors.
30 days ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - OCTOBER 02: Chimezie Metu #4 of the Phoenix Suns poses for a portrait during NBA...
Brenden Nunes

Report: Former King Chimezie Metu signs with Pistons

Chimezie Metu, the 6’9 forward who played for the Sacramento Kings from 2020-2023, has just signed with the Detroit Pistons. The Pistons are a team Sacramento has grown unfortunately familiar with since their 133-120 loss to the Pistons earlier this season. Detroit is currently listed as the second-worst team in the National Basketball League this […]
30 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 18: Keon Ellis #23 of the Sacramento Kings talks to teammate Malik M...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kayte Christensen on what Keon Ellis brings to the Kings’ lineup

NBC Sports' Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to talk all things Sacramento Kings, including the emergence of guard Keon Ellis & more.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 29: De'Aaron Fox #5 and Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kin...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings seek 40th win against depleted Raptors

The Sacramento Kings hope to secure its 40th win of the season against a shorthanded Toronto Raptors team on Wednesday night.
1 month ago
Keon Ellis #23 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after making a shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder...
Amiliano Fragoso

Jerry Reynolds thinks Keon Ellis is the key to Kings’ defensive shift

Have the Kings turned a corner on the defensive side of the ball? Jerry Reynolds certainly thinks so. Sacramento Kings Icon, Jerry Reynolds, joined The Drive Guys Tuesday to talk about the Kings’ recent emphasis on defense and where it’s coming from. Plus, thoughts on the potential return of Sasha Vezenkov, and how Jerry sees […]
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 18: Kevin Huerter #9 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after getting in...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kevin Huerter suffers left shoulder dislocation, OUT vs. Toronto

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter is listed as OUT for Wednesday's game against the Toronto Raptors due to a left shoulder dislocation.
1 month ago
DeMarcus Cousins #15 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after the Rudy Gay #8 of the Sacramento Kings m...
Amiliano Fragoso

Report: DeMarcus Cousins to return to Taiwan basketball on short-term deal

Former Kings C DeMarcus Cousins has reportedly signed a new deal with the T1 League, returning to Taiwan to play basketball.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 10: Keon Ellis #23 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles the ball up c...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Keon Ellis establishes new franchise mark for Kings guards

Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis established a Sacramento era (1985-present) record for a stat that will certainly raise some eyebrows.
1 month ago
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 03: Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings looks on against the Chicago...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Malik Monk erupts in OT as Kings hold off Grizzlies

Malik Monk scored 12 points in overtime to help the Sacramento Kings defeat the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night.
1 month ago
Klay Thompson #11 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Josh Hart #3 of the New York Knicks in...
Field Level Media

Backcourt duo of Brunson & McBride carry Knicks over Warriors, 119-112

Jalen Brunson weaved his way to a game-high 34 points, Miles McBride chipped in with a career-best 29 and the New York Knicks used their offense as the driving force in a 119-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Monday night in San Francisco.
1 month ago
Andrej Stojakovic #2 of the Stanford Cardinal reacts after making a three-point shot against the US...
Brenden Nunes

Jesuit Graduate Andrej Stojakovic enters transfer portal

Andrej Stojakovic, son of Peja and Jesuit High School graduate, has entered the transfer portal after his freshman year at Stanford.
1 month ago
Ja Morant #12 of the Memphis Grizzlies handles the ball during the game against the Sacramento King...
Joseph Jarosz

ESPN NBA insider Amin Elhassan on his viral jump shot, De’Aaron Fox takes

ESPN's NBA Insider Amin Elhassan joined "The Drive Guys" Monday to talk about the Sacramento Kings and his now-viral basketball shot.
1 month ago
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - JANUARY 29: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings posts up against Scotty ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings end homestand vs. shorthanded Grizzlies

The Sacramento Kings will face the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night to conclude the Beam Team's six-game homestand at Golden 1 Center.
1 month ago
Isaiah Thomas #3 of the Phoenix Suns during the NBA game against the Memphis Grizzlies at US Airway...
DAMON ALLRED Arizona Sports

Isaiah Thomas to return NBA, signs 10-day contract with Suns, per report

Nearly two years since his last NBA game, point guard Isaiah Thomas is planning to sign a 10-day contract with the Phoenix Suns, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania.
1 month ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket against Donte DiVincenzo #0 of ...
Field Level Media

Cultures clash as sharp-shooting Warriors face defensive Knicks

The New York Knicks get a chance to demonstrate just how much their defense has improved when they get a rematch with the Golden State Warriors on Monday night, this time in San Francisco.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 16: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the basket during...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Brunson, Knicks outlast Kings 98-91 in gritty showdown

The Kings fell short against the New York Knicks as Sacramento dropped a 98-91 loss in front of a sold-out crowd at Golden 1 Center.
1 month ago
Julius Randle #30 of the New York Knicks shoots over Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings du...
Field Level Media

High-powered Kings welcome New York Knicks to town

Two teams hoping to avoid the play-in tournament face off Saturday night when the New York Knicks visit the Sacramento Kings.
1 month ago
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 25: OG Anunoby #8 of the New York Knicks reacts after scoring during t...
Frankie Cartoscelli

OG Anunoby (elbow) plans on playing in Kings vs. Knicks

Despite elbow soreness, New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby plans to play on Saturday against the Sacramento Kings.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 22: Harrison Barnes #40, Domantas Sabonis #10, Malik Monk #0 and ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings Injury Updates: Kevin Huerter, Trey Lyles & more

After missing Wednesday's game vs. the Lakers, Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (leg) returned to practice on Friday.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 12: Domantas Sabonis #10 high-fives Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacra...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Western Conference Standings update: Kings inch closer to top-5

The Sacramento Kings will enter the weekend within one game of the fifth-seed spot in the Western Conference standings.
1 month ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks is fouled by Keon Ellis #23 of the Sacramento King...
Brenden Nunes

Keon Ellis continues to prove why he belongs in Sacramento’s rotation

Keon Ellis, who was converted from a two-way to a standard NBA contract mid-way through the season, is continuing to shine in his minutes.
1 month ago
Malik Monk #0 and Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings high-five during their game against t...
Amiliano Fragoso

ESPN’s Jorge Sedano thinks the Kings could make the conference finals

ESPN's Jorge Sedano joined The Drive Guys Thursday to discuss the Kings' recent win over the lakers and their outlook this season.
1 month ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers goes for a loose ball against Keegan Murray #13 and Harr...
Brenden Nunes

Sacramento found success playing their brand of basketball in back-to-back wins

The Sacramento Kings are fresh of their most impressive back-to-back performance of the season, with wins over the Bucks and Lakers.
1 month ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 13: Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings talks with Austin Reaves #...
Joseph Jarosz

Sam Amick: Kings are trending toward being the team to avoid in the playoffs

The Athletic’s Sam Amick joined "The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross" to discuss the Sacramento Kings' recent two-game win streak, potential playoff matchups and more.
1 month ago