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

NBA | Nov 22, 2023
Trey Lyles (calf strain) upgraded to questionable vs. Pelicans

Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (calf) has been upgraded to questionable for Wednesday’s game against the New Orleans Pelicans.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 22, 2023
Preview: Fox, Kings seek revenge against Zion, Pelicans

De'Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings will look to avenge a blowout loss to the New Orleans Pelicans when the teams meet again on Wednesday.
NBA | Nov 22, 2023
Will the Kings be able to slow down Zion Williamson?

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Jason Ross to preview Wednesday's matchup against Zion Williamson & the Pelicans.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 20, 2023
Pelicans snap Sacramento Kings’ six-game winning streak

The Sacramento Kings saw their six-game winning streak come to an end on Monday night at the hand of the New Orleans Pelicans.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 20, 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 after leading the Beam Team to a 4-0 week.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 20, 2023
Preview: Kings chase seventh straight win vs. Zion, Pelicans

The Sacramento Kings will look to pick up a seventh straight win on Monday night when they face Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 20, 2023
49ers set for crucial Thanksgiving matchup vs. Seahawks

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Jason Ross to preview Thursday's matchup between the San Francisco 49ers & Seattle Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 19, 2023
Fox & Sabonis combine for 62 points as Kings top Mavericks

De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis did it again. The Sacramento Kings have won six straight games following Sunday's win over the Mavericks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 17, 2023
De’Aaron Fox scores 43 as Kings top Spurs for fifth-straight W

De'Aaron Fox exploded for a season-high 43 points during the Sacramento Kings fifth-straight win over the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 17, 2023
Report: Zach LaVine ‘would welcome’ trade to Kings

According to Yahoo! Sports' insider Jake Fischer, Chicago Bulls star Zach LaVine would welcome a trade to the Sacramento Kings.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 17, 2023
Report: Oracle Park could deter Ohtani from signing with Giants

Could the San Francisco Giants have difficulty signing superstar free agent Shohei Ohtani due to Oracle Park's dimensions?
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 17, 2023
Greg Papa on Brock Purdy: ‘He’s unflappable.’

Greg Papa, voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Jason Ross to preview Sunday's game vs. Tampa & talk about how good Brock Purdy has been.
NBA | Nov 17, 2023
Preview: Kings to face Victor Wembanyama, Spurs for first time

If the Sacramento Kings want to pick up a fifth-straight win, they will have to go through rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs.
NBA | Nov 15, 2023
Showtime: Kings hand Lakers first home loss behind red-hot offense

De'Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis and Kevin Huerter scored 24+ points during the Sacramento Kings' win over the Los Angeles Lakers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 15, 2023
Preview: Kings open six-game road trip against Lakers

The Sacramento Kings will begin a six-game road trip on Wednesday night when they face the Los Angeles Lakers.
NBA | Nov 15, 2023
Will the NBA suspend Draymond Green?

NBC Sports' Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to share her thoughts on last night's brawl involving Draymond Green & Rudy Gobert.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 15, 2023
Salisbury: 49ers are a top-two team in the NFC

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury thinks the San Francisco 49ers are on track to face the Philadelphia Eagles in the NFC Championship.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 14, 2023
Return of the Roar: De’Aaron Fox returns & the Kings are rolling

On the latest Return of the Roar podcast, the guys recap the Sacramento Kings' three-game win streak, highlight De'Aaron Fox's return & more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Nov 14, 2023
SF Giants Free Agency Rumors: Shohei Ohtani & Cody Bellinger

How active will the SF Giants be in free agency? According to several insiders, they could offer Shohei Ohtani the most money this winter.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 14, 2023
Kings coach Mike Brown reflects on career following 400th win

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown reflected on his career after picking up his 400th career win on Monday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 13, 2023
De’Aaron Fox returns as Kings pour it on Cavaliers in blowout win

De'Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings delivered their strongest showing of the young season during Monday's blowout win over the Cavaliers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 13, 2023
Preview: Sacramento Kings aim for third-straight win vs. Cavaliers

The Sacramento Kings are looking for their third-straight win as they prepare to face the Cleveland Cavaliers at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 13, 2023
Matt Barrows on an impressive bounce-back win for the 49ers

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to recap the San Francisco 49ers' impressive win over Jacksonville.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 10, 2023
They’re Back: Huerter, Murray find offense as Kings top Thunder

Kevin Huerter and Keegan Murray had breakthrough performances during the Sacramento Kings' win over the OKC Thunder on Friday night.