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 6, 2023
Kayte Christensen on Harrison Barnes’ fit in the Kings lineup

Sacramento Kings TV analyse Kayte Christensen joined Jason Ross to break down the Kings' loss to the Pelicans, Harrison Barnes' role & more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 5, 2023
Report: Cubs out on Shohei Ohtani, SF Giants still in mix

On Tuesday, USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported that the San Francisco Giants remain in the mix for Shohei Ohtani.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 5, 2023
Breaking down the 49ers’ convincing win over the Eagles

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Dave & Jason to recap the San Francisco 49ers' dominant win over the Philadelphia Eagles & much more!
NFL | Dec 5, 2023
Former NFL QB says 49ers are ‘as dangerous as it gets’

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Dave & Jason to recap the San Francisco 49ers' impressive win over the Philadelphia Eagles.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2023
Kings can’t overcome rough second quarter in loss to Pelicans

The Sacramento Kings were eliminated from In-Season Tournament contention as the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday night at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 4, 2023
De’Aaron Fox named Western Conference Player of the Week

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox has been named Western Conference Player of the Week for the second time this season.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 4, 2023
MLB Winter Meetings Rumors: SF Giants in on Yamamoto, Ohtani

The MLB Winter Meetings are underway, and the San Francisco Giants are rumored to be in on two Japanese superstars.
NBA | Dec 4, 2023
Preview: Kings, Pelicans meet with trip to Las Vegas on the line

On Monday night, the Sacramento Kings & New Orleans Pelicans will meet for a single-elimination NBA In-Season Tournament quarterfinal at G1C.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 2, 2023
Fox & Monk combine for 52 points as Kings top Nuggets

De'Aaron Fox & Malik Monk scored 26 points apiece during the Sacramento Kings' impressive win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Dec 1, 2023
Is Brock Purdy ready for the 49ers’ rematch against the Eagles?

Greg Papa, voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Carmichael Dave to preview Sunday's showdown against the Philadelphia Eagles.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Dec 1, 2023
Miami Marlins hire Gabe Kapler as assistant GM

The Miami Marlins have hired former San Francisco Giants manager Gabe Kapler to be their new assistant general manager.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Dec 1, 2023
Return of the Roar: How do you feel about the Kings 17 games in?

The Sacramento Kings are 10-7 through 17 games. Frankie Cartoscelli & Brenden Nunes shared their thoughts on Sacramento's start to the season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 29, 2023
Sacramento Kings defense goes stagnant as Clippers dominate in 131-117 win

James Harden turned back the clock as the Los Angeles Clippers routed the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 29, 2023
Preview: Kings seek sixth-straight home win vs. Clippers

The Sacramento Kings will complete a back-to-back on Wednesday night when they face Harden, Leonard, George & the Los Angeles Clippers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 29, 2023
Kayte Christensen on another wild Kings vs. Warriors showdown

Tuesday night's game between the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors was an instant classic, with the 'Beam…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 28, 2023
Monk, Kings complete 24-point comeback win over Warriors to clinch Group C

Malik Monk's go-ahead basket with 7.1 seconds remaining gave the Sacramento Kings a thrilling win over the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 28, 2023
Preview: Kings seek Group C clinch vs. Draymond, Warriors

The Sacramento Kings will look to advance in the NBA In-Season Tournament on Tuesday night when they face the Golden State Warriors at G1C.
NFL | Nov 28, 2023
Is 49ers vs. Eagles an NFC Championship rematch AND preview?

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Dave & Jason to preview Sunday's matchup between the San Francisco 49ers & Philadelphia Eagles.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 27, 2023
Keegan Murray close to return as Kings vs. Warriors looms

Kings forward Keegan Murray is closing on a return to action as Sacramento prepares to face the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 27, 2023
Report: Giants prepared to spend ‘significant dollars’ in free agency

According to former MLB GM Jim Bowden, the San Francisco Giants are prepared to open the checkbook in free agency this winter.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 27, 2023
49ers set sights on Eagles for NFC Championship rematch

Matt Barrows joined Dave & Jason to preview Sunday's NFC Championship rematch between the San Francisco 49ers & Philadelphia Eagles.
NBA | Nov 24, 2023
Sacramento Kings waive Filip Petrusev

According to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Sacramento Kings have waived center Filip Pestrusev and will keep a roster spot open.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 24, 2023
Kings close in on NBA In-Season clinch with win over T-Wolves

The Sacramento Kings handed the Minnesota Timberwolves their first home loss of the season while improving to 3-0 in In-Season Group Play.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 22, 2023
Zion, Pelicans hand second straight loss to Kings

Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans handed the Sacramento Kings a second-straight loss on Wednesday night.