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 | Dec 23, 2023
Blue Christmas: Timberwolves send Kings into holidays with loss

The Sacramento Kings finished its six-game homestand with a 4-2 record after suffering a loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 22, 2023
De’Aaron Fox makes history as Kings torch Suns

De'Aaron Fox passed Mike Bibby in assists as the Sacramento Kings picked up a big win over the Phoenix Suns on Friday night.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 22, 2023
Could 49ers vs. Ravens be a Super Bowl preview?

Greg Papa joined Carmichael Dave to preview the Christmas Day matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Baltimore Ravens.
MLB | Dec 22, 2023
Yoshinobu Yamamoto signs 12-year, $325 million deal with Dodgers

Star free agent pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto has agreed to a a record-breaking 12-year, $325 million deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 22, 2023
Former NFL QB says that Brock Purdy deserves the NFL MVP

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Carmichael Dave to discuss Brock Purdy's NFL MVP chances, look ahead to 49ers vs. Ravens, and much more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 21, 2023
Report: SF Giants are out on Yoshinobu Yamamoto

According to NBC Sports' Alex Pavlovic, the San Francisco Giants have been informed that they will not be a finalist for Yoshinobu Yamamoto.
NBA | Dec 21, 2023
Malik Monk (foot) sits out of practice while Alex Len (ankle) returns

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (foot) didn't participate in Thursday's practice, but Alex Len (ankle) participated fully.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 21, 2023
Stockton Kings announce roster moves

The Stockton Kings have acquired G-League rights to former top-five pick Kris Dunn and guard Jordan Goodwin from Capital City in return for Jake Stephens.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 21, 2023
Sam Amick on the Sacramento Kings’ activity on the trade market

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave to break down player fits that could help take the Sacramento Kings to the next level.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 20, 2023
Celtics catch fire from deep in blowout win over Kings

The Boston Celtics proved why many have them as an NBA Finals favorite during a blowout win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 20, 2023
Preview: Kings aim for fourth-straight win vs. Celtics

The Sacramento Kings will look to pick up a fourth-straight win on Wednesday when they face the Boston Celtics at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 20, 2023
Doug Christie on the Kings establishing a home-court advantage

Former guard and current assistant coach Doug Christie joined The Drive Guys to talk all things Sacramento Kings!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 19, 2023
What is Keegan Murray’s NBA ceiling?

The Sacramento Bee's Chris Biderman joined Stiles & Watkins to share his take on Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray's ceiling.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 19, 2023
NBA All-Star Voting Opens: Vote for your favorite Kings now!

NBA All-Star voting is open! Cast your votes for your favorite Sacramento Kings players now through January 20th.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 19, 2023
San Francisco Giants sign catcher Tom Murphy to two-year deal

The San Francisco Giants have reached a deal with free agent catcher Tom Murphy in a move that could signal the end of the line for Joey Bart
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 19, 2023
Kenyon Murray was ‘in awe’ of Keegan’s 47-point game

Kenyon Murray, father of Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray, shared his thoughts on his son's 47-point performance & growth as a player.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 18, 2023
De’Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis dominate as Kings rout Wizards

Sacramento's All-Star duo of De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis put on a show during the Kings' win over the Washington Wizards.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 18, 2023
Report: Yoshinobu Yamamoto bidding expected to begin Monday

ESPN's Jeff Passan reports that teams are expected to submit their offers to free agent star pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto on Monday.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Dec 18, 2023
Sacramento Republic FC release 2024 regular season schedule

The Sacramento Republic FC released its 2024 regular season schedule on Monday as we move closer to March 9th's season opener.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 18, 2023
Preview: Kings seek 3-0 start to homestand vs. struggling Wizards

The Sacramento Kings will look to improve to 3-0 during its ongoing six-game homestand against the struggling Washington Wizards.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 18, 2023
Barrows: Purdy & McCaffrey are both playing like MVP candidates

The San Francisco 49ers could have two players battling it out for MVP honors: Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 18, 2023
Former Stockton Kings player, girlfriend arrested in suspected murder plot

Chance Comanche, who had played for the Stockton Kings for two seasons, was arrested over the weekend on suspicion of murder.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 16, 2023
Cooking With Keegan: Murray drops 47 points as Kings rout Jazz

Keegan Murray dropped a career-high 47 points (26 during the third quarter) during the Sacramento Kings' blowout win over the Utah Jazz.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 14, 2023
De’Aaron Fox drops 41 as Kings outlast SGA, Thunder

De'Aaron Fox scored 40+ points--again--as the Sacramento Kings defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night at Golden 1 Center.