Sacramento Kings Announce Partnership With Black Lives Matter

Mar 29, 2018, 12:00 AM | Updated: Jan 4, 2019, 11:25 am

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 27: Black Lives Matter protesters block the entrance to the Golden 1 Center ...

(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

SACRAMENTO, CA - MARCH 27: Black Lives Matter protesters block the entrance to the Golden 1 Center where the Sacramento Kings are playing on March 27, 2018 in Sacramento, California. Black Lives Matter protesters took to the streets as hundreds packed a special city council at Sacramento City Hall to address concerns over the shooting death of Stephon Clark by Sacramento police. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

(Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)

The Sacramento Kings announced a partnership with Black Lives Matter, the Sacramento Bee reports.

The Kings have committed to setting up an education fund for Stephon Clark’s children, and will reportedly start to work with local groups leading recent protests around Golden 1 Center.

The newly formed Build. Black. Coalition operates under the slogan “this is a movement, not a moment.”

Build. Black. spokeswoman Darcy Totten said “This tragic death really humanized something that’s been felt deeply in this community for a long time, something that’s been brewing. Our goal is to fundamentally transform the conditions that led to the death of Stephon Clark, because those conditions are systemic.”

Vince Carter, Garrett Temple and Doug Christie are all scheduled to appear at “Kings and Queens Rise: A Youth Voice Forum for Healing” at 5 p.m. Friday at South Sacramento Christian Church.

Read more on the story HERE.

Newsletter

Basketball

Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings is guarded by Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warri...

Joseph Jarosz

The Ringer’s Howard Beck explains why the Kings aren’t backsliding

The Ringer's Howard Beck joined The Drive Guys to discuss his recent piece on the Sacramento Kings, how important it is for Keegan Murray to make another jump next season, and why the team needs to re-sign Malik Monk.

1 hour ago

Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings is congratulated by De'Aaron Fox #5 and Domantas Sabonis ...

Joseph Jarosz

What were the best moments from the Sacramento Kings season?

We've asked Sactown Sports hosts and staff their favorite moments from the past year and what the Sacramento Kings need to accomplish this offseason.

4 hours ago

Keegan Murray grabs a hat after being drafted 4th overall by the Sacramento Kings during the 2022 N...

Joseph Jarosz

ESPN NBA insider on what the Sacramento Kings can do with their draft picks

ESPN's Bobby Marks breaks down what the Sacramento Kings can do with their draft picks. The team may not be as restricted as some may believe.

5 hours ago

Keon Ellis #23 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after a call during the second half against the New Y...

Brenden Nunes

Keon Ellis reflects on his breakthrough 2023-24 season

Keon Ellis had a breakthrough second season with the Sacramento Kings, earning a standard contract in February, starting amid injuries.

18 hours ago

Rudy Gobert #27 of the Minnesota Timberwolves goes to the basket against Victor Wembanyama #1 of th...

Joseph Jarosz

Sam Amick breaks down the results of The Athletic’s NBA Player Poll

The Athletic’s Sam Amick joined "The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross" on Tuesday to break down the results of the Anonymous NBA player poll for 2024.

1 day ago

A general view of the Sacramento Kings playing against the Golden State Warriors during the Play-In...

Joseph Jarosz

Watch: Every Sacramento Kings exit interview

Monday was the last time we'll hear from the Sacramento Kings players for a long time. 

2 days ago

Sacramento Kings Announce Partnership With Black Lives Matter