Frankie Cartoscelli

Franklin 'Frankie' Cartoscelli is a Sactown Sports 1140's Sacramento Kings beat writer and a co-host of the Return of the Roar podcast. A native of Yuba City, Frankie grew up watching the early-2000's Kings teams, spending countless nights at ARCO Arena over the years before being hired by the franchise--fresh out of college--as an Events & Fan Experiences intern. After working four seasons with the Kings and two seasons with the Sacramento Republic FC's communications team, Frankie joined Sactown Sports 1140 and has been covering NBA basketball since the 2020-21 season. Outside of Frankie's love for Sacramento Kings basketball, he is a die-hard New York Yankees fan and an avid moviegoer.

JaVale McGee says he can bring energy, winning experience to Kings

Sacramento Kings center JaVale McGee spoke to the local media for the first time since being signed as a free agent.
8 hours ago

Keegan Murray says he feels more comfortable heading into Year 2

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray says he feels much more comfortable heading into his sophomore NBA season.
8 hours ago

Sean Salisbury thinks the Raiders should not fire Josh McDaniels

Should the Las Vegas Raiders fire head coach Josh McDaniels following the team's disappointing start? Sean Salisbury doesn't think so.
8 hours ago

Mike Brown on JaVale McGee’s early impact in training camp

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown met with the media following Tuesday's training camp session at Golden 1 Center.
1 day ago

Harrison Barnes says he feels ‘honored’ to be back with the Kings

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes spoke to the media for the first time since signing a three-year contract to return to the 916.
1 day ago

Sacramento Kings Media Day Notes: Vezenkov, Defense & More

Frankie Cartoscelli and Brenden Nunes shared their takeaways from Monday's Sacramento Kings Media Day festivities.
1 day ago

Trey Lyles says being back with the Kings ‘feels like home.’

After signing a two-year contract during the offseason, Trey Lyles says he feels right at home with the Sacramento Kings.
1 day ago

De’Aaron Fox not currently interested in playing for Team USA

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox says he is not worried about playing for Team USA in next summer's Olympic Games.
2 days ago

Domantas Sabonis says his avulsion fracture has healed

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis shared that his right-hand avulsion fracture has healed and he is ready to take the floor.
2 days ago

Sacramento Kings announce training camp roster & coaching staff

The Sacramento Kings have released its training camp roster and coaching staff for the 2023-24 season as Media Day gets underway.
2 days ago

Matt Barrows on if Purdy, McCaffrey are in MVP conversation

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined us to recap the San Francisco 49ers' win over Arizona, discuss Christian McCaffrey's dominance & more.
2 days ago

Are the Sacramento Kings a fit for Jrue Holiday?

Sacramento Kings legend Jerry Reynolds joined Whitey & Watkins to share his thoughts on the team as training camp is set to begin on Monday!
5 days ago

San Francisco Giants fire manager Gabe Kapler

On Friday, the San Francisco Giants announced that they had parted ways with manager Gabe Kapler, the 2021 NL Manager of the Year.
5 days ago

Sacramento Kings 2023-24 season preview: Domantas Sabonis

Following his incredible first full season with the Sacramento Kings, Domantas Sabonis is back after signing a five-year extension.
5 days ago

Sacramento Kings 2023-24 season preview: Harrison Barnes

Harrison Barnes is back on a new contract with the Sacramento Kings. What can fans expect from HB in 2023-24?
5 days ago

Sacramento Kings to add Lamb, Nowell to training camp roster

With camp set to open next week, the Sacramento Kings will add guards Jeremy Lamb and Jaylen Nowell to their training camp roster.
5 days ago

Brandon Crawford says he will be active for SF Giants’ final game

Longtime San Francisco Giants shortstop Brandon Crawford says he will be activated from the IL on Sunday to play in the season finale.
5 days ago

Greg Papa on the status of the San Francisco 49ers’ injured wide receivers

Greg Papa, the radio voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Dave & Jason to preview this weekend's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals!
5 days ago

Sacramento Kings 2023-24 season preview: Keegan Murray

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray is primed for a big 2023-24 season following his impressive rookie campaign.
6 days ago

49ers running back Christian McCaffrey named NFC Offensive Player of the Month

After his impressive start, San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey has been named NFC Offensive Player of the Week.
6 days ago

SF Giants set single-season franchise record for strikeouts

The San Francisco Giants set a single-season franchise record for strikeouts at the plate during Wednesday's loss to San Diego.
6 days ago

Sam Amick on how the Damian Lillard trade to the Bucks took shape

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to break down the blockbuster trade that sent Damian Lillard to the Milwaukee Bucks.
6 days ago

Jimmer Fredette on his next basketball journey: 3-on-3

Former Sacramento Kings guard Jimmer Fredette joined Dave & Jason to preview the upcoming 3-on-3 tournament at Golden 1 Center!
7 days ago

San Francisco Giants eliminated from NL Wild Card race

The San Francisco Giants have been eliminated from NL Wild Card contention and will miss the MLB Playoffs for the second straight season.
7 days ago