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Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings looks to drive to the basket on Trevelin Queen #12 of the Orl...
Field Level Media

Preview: Sacramento Kings hobble into matchup against surging Magic

The Sacramento Kings look to bounce back from one of their most surprising losses of the season when they visit the Orlando Magic on Saturday.
6 days ago
Kevin Huerter #9 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after making a basket against the Golden State Warr...
Joseph Jarosz

Chris Mannix is pessimistic about the Kings’ playoff chances with Huerter’s injury

Sports Illustrated's Chris Mannix joined "The Drive Guys" to talk about why the injury to Kevin Huerter is bigger than people may realize.
7 days ago
Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Sacramento Kings during the first hal...
Brenden Nunes

Western Conference Standings Update: Kings falls to eight after loss to Wizards

After a tough loss to the Washington Wizards, the Sacramento Kings have fallen to eight in the Western Conference.
7 days ago
Brandon Ingram #14 of the New Orleans Pelicans dribbles during the first half against the Brooklyn ...
Joseph Jarosz

NBA injuries: Which playoff-bound teams are limping into the playoffs?

NBA injuries are common but with less than a month until the postseason, teams will have to make quick adjustments if they want to stay the course. Here's who's hurt and what we know about their ailments.
7 days ago
WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 21: Kyle Kuzma #33 of the Washington Wizards dribbles in front of Malik Monk...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Kings go cold from deep in costly loss to Wizards

The Sacramento Kings suffered its latest embarrassing loss on Thursday, this time to the NBA-worst Washington Wizards.
7 days ago
Kevin Huerter #9 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after getting injured on a play in the first quarte...
Brenden Nunes

Kevin Huerter suffered dislocated shoulder and labral tear

Kevin Huerter is announced to have suffered a dislocated shoulder and a labral tear in Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies.
8 days ago
Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at...
Brenden Nunes

The Sacramento Kings have found recent success at the free-throw line

The Sacramento Kings have struggled to convert free-throws most of this season, but they've found a groove in that aspect as of late.
8 days ago
Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings in action during the first half of a game against the Utah Ja...
Joseph Jarosz

Anthony Slater’s biggest takeaways from interview with Malik Monk

Anthony Slater, NBA reporter for The Athletic, discusses his recent interview with Sixth Man of the Year frontrunner Malik Monk.
8 days ago
Isaiah Thomas #4 of the Charlotte Hornets looks on during their game against the Orlando Magic at S...
KELLAN OLSON Arizona Sports

Isaiah Thomas returns to NBA, after injuries derailed his career in its prime

At the age of 35, Isaiah Thomas has returned to where he wants to be, officially signing a 10-day deal with Phoenix on Wednesday.
8 days ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 18: Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings shoots against th...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings aim for third-straight win vs. NBA-worst Wizards

The Sacramento Kings will look to secure a third-straight win on Thursday when they complete a back-to-back against the Washington Wizards.
8 days ago
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - FEBRUARY 03: Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings looks on against the Chicago...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Amick: ‘There are teams out there’ for Malik Monk in free agency

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to discuss Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk's upcoming free agency and much more.
8 days ago
Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors pulls the jersey of Santi Aldama #7 of the Memphis ...
Field Level Media

Watch: Grizzlies coach gets knocked over after Draymond Green scuffle

Draymond Green and Desmond Bane were given double technical fouls following a scuffle in the Warriors 137-116 win.
8 days ago
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.
8 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 […]
9 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.
9 days 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.
9 days 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 […]
9 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days 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.
10 days ago