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The Blind Optimist Challenge

Matt George puts his ego and self esteem on the line all season with the Blind Optimist Challenge.
6 years ago
OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 24: Kevin Durant #35 of the Golden State Warriors poses for a picture durin...
Jason Ross

J.Ross: NBA Predictions for the 2018-2019 Season

Giving My predictions for the upcoming 2018-2019 season, including the order in the standings, MVP and champion.
6 years ago
GREEN BAY, WI - OCTOBER 15:  Aaron Rodgers #12 of the Green Bay Packers throws a pass under pressur...
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Aaron It Out – The Drive – 10/16

Hour 1 Segment 1: Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss parenting. Segment 2: Morning Brew! The 49ers keep it close in Green Bay, but lose. NBA Opening Day is here! The Dodgers face plant at home. Segment 3: The guys discuss the perceived inevitability of the 2018-19 NBA season because of the Warriors. Segment 4: Dave and Kyle discuss the […]
6 years ago
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Chris Watkins

How The Kings Fared In National Power Rankings

See how the Sacramento Kings fared in the national media's power rankings.
6 years ago
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Matt George

De’Aaron Fox, Dave Joerger To Miss Tonight’s Preseason Finale with Illness

The Kings will be without their on-court and off-court leaders.
6 years ago
LAIKIPIA, KENYA - AUGUST 25: A Zebra is seen grazing at Endana on August 25, 2017 in Laikipia, Keny...
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Zebras Can’t Fight – The Drive – 10/12

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the Kings Jazz preseason game, and look ahead at Brewers Dodgers, and NFL Week 6 games with a dive into the Raiders Seahawks game. They chat about NFL QB play with Sean Salisbury, and fantasy football with Dave Richard.
6 years ago
MINNEAPOLIS, MN - APRIL 11: Jimmy Butler #23 and Karl-Anthony Towns #32 of the Minnesota Timberwolv...
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Young Old Guys – The Drive – 10/10

Hour 1 Segment 1: Carmichael Dave and Kyle talk about Dave’s miniature family reunion. Segment 2: Morning Brew! Jimmy Butler wreaks havoc at Timberwolves practice. The Kings and Jazz face off in preseason. Eagles-Giants kick off Week 6 of the NFL season. Segment 3: Dave gives a history lesson about Nazis and sneakers. Segment 4: Dave and Kyle chat […]
6 years ago
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Matt George

Jimmy Butler Screams at Teammates and Coaches During Timberwolves Practice

Things are getting heated in Minnesota.
6 years ago
LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 04: Marvin Bagley III #35 of the Sacramento Kings scores a basket against...
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A Soft Preview – The Drive – 10/10

Carmichael Dave and Kyle take a look at Red Sox Yankees, Angel Hernandez's tough performance, and where the MLB postseason is headed. They also continue their soft Sacramento Kings preview and they discuss the Oakland Raiders with Scott Bair.
6 years ago
NEW ORLEANS, LA - OCTOBER 08:  Drew Brees #9 of the New Orleans Saints reacts during the second hal...
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A Soup-er Show – The Drive – 10/9

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the Sacramento Kings win over Maccabi Haifi, and give a final NFL Week 5 recap. They also chat about Drew Brees and his passing record, and look at the 49ers after five games. Matt Barrows joins the show to talk about the 49ers.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Sacramento Kings Rout Maccabi Haifa in 132-100 Preseason Victory

Seven different Kings reached double figures in scoring as Sacramento stuck it to Maccabi Haifa.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Five Takeaways From Sacramento Kings Preseason So Far

After three preseason games, here are the most noticeable takeaways from Kings preseason basketball.
6 years ago
CHARLOTTE, NC - SEPTEMBER 23:  Graham Gano #9 celebrates with teammate Cam Newton #1 of the Carolin...
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Gano Lo Gano – The Drive – 10/8

Carmichael Dave and Kyle break down the 49ers loss to the Cardinals, the Raiders loss to the Chargers, and the rest of the NFL Week 5 scores. They also discuss some of the UFC 229 chaos with Khabib and McGregor.
6 years ago
LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers defends against Skal Labissiere #7 of the Sacramento Kin...
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Immovable Force vs. Whatever The Heck Object – The Drive – 10/5

Carmichael Dave and Kyle chat about the Kings preseason and the Kings Lakers matchup. They also check out the NFL Week 5 and discuss some fantasy football and UFC 229. Sean Salisbury, Dave Richard and Jon Anik join the show.
6 years ago
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Shut Up, Nick Saban – The Drive – 10/4

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the Oakland A's loss to the Yankees and the start of the rest of the MLB postseason. They also get into Patriots Colts and the rest of the NFL Week 5 slate, and look ahead to Kings Lakers.
6 years ago
DENVER, CO - OCTOBER 1: Quarterback Patrick Mahomes #15 of the Kansas City Chiefs reacts after a fo...
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Cuffing SZN – The Drive – 10/2

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss the Sacramento Kings preseason opener vs. the Phoenix Suns, the Chiefs Broncos matchup, and look at their predictions from Week 4 of the NFL season. Matt Barrows of the Athletic talks 49ers, and Mark Mastrov talks Kings.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Yogi Ferrell, Sacramento Kings Bench Shines in Preseason Opener Victory

The Sacramento Kings rode the wave of momentum provided by their bench, taking their preseason opener in Phoenix 106-102.
6 years ago
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Matt George

Three Things to Watch Tonight in the Sacramento Kings’ Preseason Debut

The Sacramento Kings are back in action tonight in Phoenix against the Suns.
6 years ago
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Chris Watkins

Swole Bibby vs Crying Jordan

by Chris Watkins – Sports 1140 KHTK For anyone who follows any of our social media’s, you know we love memes and gifs here at Sports 1140. So you can only imagine our excitement to find The Ringer has compiled a full 64 team style bracket of all of the best memes in NBA history. The […]
6 years ago
TARRYTOWN, NY - AUGUST 12:  Marvin Bagley III of the Sacramento Kings poses for a portrait during t...
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It Begins – The Drive – 10/1

Carmichael Dave and Kyle look at NFL Week 4 action, the Oakland Raiders win, the San Francisco 49ers loss, and they look ahead to the Kings season ahead of their preseason opener. Grant Napear joins the show.
6 years ago
CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 20:  Baker Mayfield #6 of the Cleveland Browns runs off the field after a...
Chris Verlod

Always Wear Pants In Public – The Drive – 9/27

Hour 1 Segment 1: Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss their biggest wardrobe malfunctions. Segment 2: Morning Brew! The A’s top the Mariners 9-3. The 49ers promote practice squad QB Nick Mullens to the active roster. Rams-Vikings kick off Week 4 of the NFL season. Segment 3: Kenny Thomas is in studio to chat about some of his events […]
6 years ago
SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 25: Chris Herrmann #26 of the Seattle Mariners watches his two run home run...
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Nails Down A Chalk Board Bad – The Drive – 9/26

Carmichael Dave and Kyle put a bow on the NFL Week 3 scores, they give their latest NFL power rankings and hand out awards for Week 3. They also talk about Tiger Woods' comeback, the Oakland A's loss and Sacramento Kings training camp. Scott Bair of NBC Sports joins the show to talk Raiders.
6 years ago
SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 24:  Oakland Athletics players celebrate clinching a spot in the playoffs a...
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A Jimmy Theme – The Drive – 9/25

Carmichael Dave and Kyle discuss more fallout from Jimmy Garoppolo's injury, the NFL's player safety attempts, Week 3 NFL action and Eminem MGK beef at Kings media day. Matt Barrows of the Athletic joins the show to talk about the 49ers.
6 years ago
LAS VEGAS, NV - OCTOBER 08: Vice president of basketball operations and general manager of the Sacr...
Chris Watkins

Sacramento Kings Announce Training Camp Roster

The Sacramento Kings have announced their training camp roster
6 years ago