Lead Editor & Kings Beat Writer

Frankie Cartoscelli

Author Name: Franklin Cartoscelli Bio: Franklin 'Frankie' Cartoscelli is Sactown Sports 1140's Lead Editor, Sacramento Kings beat writer and co-host of the Return of the Roar podcast. Professional Background: Worked in professional sports since 2017, including stops with the Sacramento Kings and Sacramento Republic FC. Career Milestones: Covering Kings basketball, Major League Baseball, NBA Summer League, NBA All-Star Games, and the NBA Playoffs. Areas of Expertise: On-air contributions, long and short-form stories for the website, reporting stories and breaking news, running social media for Sactown Sports 1140. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/franklin-cartoscelli-175063158 Twitter/X: @FCartoscelli3

SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 9, 2024
Sean Cunningham expects the Kings to be active at the trade deadline

How active will the Sacramento Kings be during the trade deadline? Sean Cunningham joined Jason Ross to share his thoughts.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 7, 2024
Pelicans dominate Kings, improve to 4-0 vs. Sacramento

The New Orleans Pelicans continued to dominate the Sacramento Kings as the Beam Team suffered a blowout loss on Sunday afternoon.
NBA | Jan 6, 2024
Report: Kings to waive Juan Toscano-Anderson, trim roster to 14 players

The Sacramento Kings plan on waiving forward Juan Toscano-Anderson in a move that will open up a roster spot heading into trade season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2024
Sabonis posts second-straight triple-double as Kings beat Raptors

Domantas Sabonis posted a second-straight triple-double during the Sacramento Kings' 135-130 win over the Toronto Raptors on Friday night.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 5, 2024
SF Giants acquire Cy Young winner Robbie Ray from Mariners

The San Francisco Giants have acquired Cy Young award winner Robbie Ray from the Seattle Mariners, per ESPN's Jeff Passan.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2024
Report: Kings make three players available, eye Siakam in trade talks

The Sacramento Kings have made three players available via trade and continue to have interest in Pascal Siakam, per Yahoo! Sports.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2024
Preview: Kings seek first home win over Raptors since 2016

The Sacramento Kings hope to improve to a season-high eight games over the .500 mark when they meet the Toronto Raptors at G1C on Friday.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 5, 2024
Greg Papa reflects on ‘amazing year’ for Brock Purdy & 49ers

San Francisco 49ers broadcaster Greg Papa joined Jason Ross to look back on Brock Purdy's impressive year, look ahead to the playoffs & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 4, 2024
Domantas Sabonis’ rare triple-double places him in elite company

On Wednesday, Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis' 20-20-10 triple-double grouped him with some of the NBA's biggest stars.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 4, 2024
Amick: Many around NBA expect the Sacramento Kings to make a trade

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the Sacramento Kings' approach to trade season & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 3, 2024
Malik Monk leads Kings to win over Magic in 2OT thriller

Malik Monk scored a season-high 37 points during the Sacramento Kings' 138-135 win over the Orlando Magic in double overtime on Wednesday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 3, 2024
Kings seek first win on second night of back-to-back vs. Magic

The Sacramento Kings are 0-4 on the second night of back-to-backs this season. Can they pick up their first win against the Orlando Magic?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 3, 2024
Kayte Christensen on why Kings-Hornets wasn’t SAC’s worst loss

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to lay out why Tuesday's loss to Charlotte wasn't the worst of the season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 2, 2024
Hornets snap 11-game skid, beat sluggish Kings

The Sacramento Kings lost to the Charlotte Hornets on Tuesday in what was the Beam Team's worst loss of the season thus far.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 2, 2024
Preview: Kings seek 20th win of season against struggling Hornets

The Sacramento Kings will open a four-game homestand on Tuesday night against a Charlotte Hornets team that has lost 11 straight games.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 2, 2024
Is it championship or bust for the San Francisco 49ers?

Is the 2023 season a failure for the San Francisco 49ers if they fall short of winning the Super Bowl? Matt Barrows gives his take & more.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 2, 2024
Should the 49ers play their starters on Sunday?

With a first-round bye week looming, should the San Francisco 49ers play their starters during Sunday's regular-season finale?
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 29, 2023
Fox, Kings erase 23-point deficit to stun Hawks

De'Aaron Fox established a new career-high with eight made three-pointers during the Sacramento Kings' comeback win over the Atlanta Hawks.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 29, 2023
Report: SF Giants ‘a favorite’ for Matt Chapman

According to MLB Network's Jon Heyman, the San Francisco Giants are considered a favorite for free agent third baseman Matt Chapman.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 29, 2023
Greg Papa: 49ers still control their destiny in race for NFC crown

Greg Papa, voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Dave & Jason to discuss the race for the NFC crown & much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 29, 2023
Preview: Kings look to get back on track vs. Hawks

The Sacramento Kings will hope to get back into the win column on Friday night when they face the Atlanta Hawks.
UC DAVIS | Dec 27, 2023
UC Davis head coach Jim Les on building connections with players

Former Sacramento Kings guard and current UC Davis head coach Jim Les joined Dave & Jason to discuss his role in mentoring young players.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 27, 2023
Kayte Christensen on Kings-Blazers & potential roster upgrades

Sacramento Kings broadcaster Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to recap a rough loss to the Blazers, talk trade scenarios, and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 26, 2023
Fox & Sabonis combine for 77 points, but Kings lose to Blazers

De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis did all they could on Tuesday, but the Sacramento Kings fell to the Portland Trail Blazers.