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Predrag "Peja" Stojakovic #16 of the Sacramento Kings waits for his second turn during the Foot Loc...
Joseph Jarosz

NBA All-Stars talk about about past and present Kings in Indianapolis

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic and Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker made sure to talk about past and present Sacramento Kings players during All-Star weekend.
2 months ago
Delon Wright #55 of the Washington Wizards handles the ball against the Sacramento Kings at Capital...
CHANDLER HOLT KSL Sports

Report: Former Kings trade target Delon Wright to sign with Miami Heat

According to ESPN sources, former Utah Utes guard Delon Wright has agreed to a contract buyout with the Washington Wizards.
2 months ago
Vince Carter #15 of the Sacramento Kings looks to pass against David Nwaba #11 of the Chicago Bulls...
Joseph Jarosz

Vince Carter a finalist for the 2024 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Former Sacramento Kings guard Vince Carter is a finalist for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Carter player one season for the Kings in his 22-year career.
2 months ago
Alex Len #25 of the Sacramento Kings during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on ...
Brenden Nunes

Deciding between Alex Len and JaVale McGee as the backup center

The Sacramento Kings have gone between Alex Len and JaVale McGee as the backup center, but they could benefit from some consistency.
2 months ago
Professional photo of Kings gm Monte McNair...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Monte McNair on the trade deadline & expectations for the future

Sacramento Kings GM Monte McNair joined Carmichael Dave to recap the first half of the season and explain his approach to the trade deadline.
2 months ago
DENVER, COLORADO - FEBRUARY 14: Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings laughs with De'Aaron Fox #5 a...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Western Conference Standings Update: Where do the Kings stand?

As all 30 teams enter the NBA All-Star break, where do the Sacramento Kings sit in the Western Conference standings?
2 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 29: De'Aaron Fox #5 and Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kin...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Mark Jones thinks the Kings are poised for a stretch run

Sacramento Kings broadcaster Mark Jones joined Carmichael Dave on Friday to explain why he thinks this team is better than some think.
2 months ago
Keyonte George #3 of the Utah Jazz shoots over Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors durin...
Field Level Media

Steve Kerr gets 500th victory as a head coach with 140-137 win over Jazz

Klay Thompson responded to not being in the starting lineup by scoring a season-high 35 points and the Golden State Warriors survived a late rally to earn a 140-137 win over the Utah Jazz on Thursday night in Salt Lake City.
2 months ago
De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings is congratulated by teammates after his basket gained the l...
Brenden Nunes

Three Takeaways: The Sacramento Kings are finding ways to win ugly

The Sacramento Kings came out of a tough Western Conference back to back against the Phoenix Suns and Denver Nuggets with one win.
2 months ago
Head Coach Mike Brown of the Sacramento Kings speaks during a press conference before the game agai...
Joseph Jarosz

Mike Brown praises player who didn’t log any minutes against Nuggets

The second player Kings coach Mike Brown singled out with praise didn't even see a minute of action Wednesday night against the Nuggets.
2 months ago
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - FEBRUARY 11: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings puts up a shot ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sam Amick on why the Sacramento Kings have been unpredictable

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave to share his thoughts on a roller coaster first half of the season for the Sacramento Kings.
2 months ago
Terance Mann #14 of the LA Clippers is guarded by Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors i...
Field Level Media

Kawhi Leonard-less Clippers rally to beat Warriors 130-125

Paul George had 24 points before fouling out and the Los Angeles Clippers, playing without Kawhi Leonard, overtook the Golden State Warriors 130-125 on Wednesday night in San Francisco.
2 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 13: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks on from the bench dur...
Frankie Cartoscelli

De’Aaron Fox erupts in the clutch, leads Kings to win over Nuggets

De'Aaron Fox came through when the Sacramento Kings needed him most during Wednesday’s win over the Denver Nuggets.
2 months ago
Mitch Richmond (L) and Gary Payton attend the East semifinal game of the inaugural NBA In-Season To...
Joseph Jarosz

Kings legend Mitch Richmond to serve as Slam Dunk judge

Sacramento Kings legend Mitch Richmond has been tapped as one of the hosts of the 2024 AT&T Slam Dunk contest.
2 months ago
Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors is fouled by Jusuf Nurkic #20 of the Phoenix Suns i...
Arizona Sports

Draymond Green calls Jusuf Nurkic ‘little guy,’ Kevin Durant ‘cowardly’ on podcast

Draymond Green on his podcast released Tuesday explained his continuing beef with Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic.
2 months ago
Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns drives against Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings duri...
Brenden Nunes

Mike Brown disagrees with crucial calls in final seconds of Kings, Suns

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown expressed his frustration with the late-game officiating in their narrow loss to the Phoenix Suns.
2 months ago
Stephen Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors and LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers joke ...
Field Level Media

Report: Warriors sought LeBron James at trade deadline

The Golden State Warriors explored a deal with the Los Angeles Lakers to acquire LeBron James at last week's trade deadline, ESPN reported Wednesday.
2 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 09: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets dribbling the ball is ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings face Nuggets before entering All-Star break

The Sacramento Kings will hope to secure a rare road win in Denver as they face the defending champion Nuggets on Wednesday night.
2 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 13: Josh Okogie #2 of the Phoenix Suns drives to the basket against Dav...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kayte Christensen on Kings vs. Suns, looking ahead to the Nuggets

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to recap Tuesday's loss to the Suns & preview tonight's matchup in Denver.
2 months ago
Head coach Steve Kerr of the Golden State Warriors looks on before a game against the Philadelphia ...
Field Level Media

Steve Kerr eyes 500th coaching win as Warriors brace for Clippers

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr can reach his 500th career coaching win Wednesday when they take on the Los Angeles Clippers in San Francisco.
2 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - FEBRUARY 13: Royce O'Neale #00 of the Phoenix Suns attempts to control a rebound...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Suns hold off Kings to increase lead in West standings

The Sacramento Kings lost a costly game on Tuesday as the Phoenix Suns increased their lead in the Western Conference standings.
2 months ago
Sasha Vezenkov #7 of the Sacramento Kings shoots a three pointer against the Phoenix Suns during th...
Brenden Nunes

Sasha Vezenkov will miss 4-6 weeks with right ankle sprain

Sasha Vezenkov, who has dealt with multiple recent ankle injuries, has suffered a right ankle sprain. He will be re-evaluated in 4-6 weeks.
2 months ago
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - JANUARY 16: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings handles the ball during the ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings, Suns set for crucial matchup on TNT

The Sacramento Kings can clinch the regular season series with a win over the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday night.
2 months ago
USA Team in action during the Torneo Ciudad de Malaga, basketball match played between USA and Slov...
Brenden Nunes

Deonte Burton and Stanley Johnson named to USA’s AmeriCup Qualifying Team

Deonte Burton and Stanley Johnson, who currently play for the Stockton Kings, have been named to USA's AmeriCup Qualifying Team.
2 months ago