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 | Oct 24, 2023
Stockton Kings head coach Lindsey Harding on her new role

Stockton Kings head coach Lindsey Harding met with the media on Monday to discuss what her new role means to her and for the organization.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 24, 2023
Matt Barrows breaks down the 49ers’ loss to the Vikings

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Dave & Jason to recap the San Francisco 49ers' stunning loss to the Minnesota Vikings.
NFL | Oct 24, 2023
Former NFL QB: ‘I would not quit on the San Francisco 49ers right now.’

Former NFL QB Sean Salisbury joined Dave & Jason to discuss whether or not it's time to worry about the San Francisco 49ers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 23, 2023
Sacramento Kings announce opening night roster

Basketball is back! The Sacramento Kings have announced its opening night roster for the 2023-24 regular season.
NBA | Oct 23, 2023
Keegan Murray on his ‘aggressive’ approach to Year 2

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray met with the media on Sunday to discuss his aggressive approach to his second year in the NBA.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 23, 2023
Report: Padres grant Giants permission to interview Bob Melvin

According to The Athletic, The San Diego Padres have granted the San Francisco Giants permission to interview manager Bob Melvin.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 21, 2023
Sacramento Kings pick up options on Murray, Mitchell & Duarte

The Sacramento Kings are picking up Keegan Murray's third-year option and fourth-year options on Davion Mitchell and Chris Duarte.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 21, 2023
Sacramento Kings unveil 2023-24 Nike City Edition Uniforms

The Sacramento Kings unveiled their 2023-24 Nike City Edition jerseys during Saturday's Fan Fest at Golden 1 Center.
NBA | Oct 19, 2023
Sacramento Kings waive guard Jaylen Nowell

The Sacramento Kings have waived guard Jaylen Nowell to open up a roster spot as the team heads into the regular season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 19, 2023
Colby Jones continues push for rotation spot as Kings beat Jazz

The Sacramento Kings picked up a win to end the preseason behind rookie guard Colby Jones' 19-point performance.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 19, 2023
De’Aaron Fox on the mutual respect between the Kings & Warriors

Following Wednesday’s preseason thriller, De'Aaron Fox spoke about the budding rivalry between the Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 19, 2023
Preseason finale: Kings, Jazz face off in preview of season-opener

The Sacramento Kings and Utah Jazz will conclude the preseason on Thursday night with a matchup at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 18, 2023
Murray shines, Jones gets early call as Kings fall to Warriors

Keegan Murray and the Sacramento Kings picked up their first win of the preseason over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 18, 2023
Mike Brown says ‘there is reasoning’ behind Kings lineup changes

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown explained why he has tweaked the starting lineup during preseason play.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 18, 2023
Preview: Kings, Warriors face off again for preseason tune-up

The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors will face off again on Wednesday night as both teams prepare for the regular season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 17, 2023
Is Kevin Huerter’s starting spot in jeopardy?

The Sacramento Kings made an interesting lineup change on Sunday. Is it time to worry about Kevin Huerter losing his starting spot?
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Oct 17, 2023
Woodland’s Alyssa Nakken interviews for SF Giants managerial opening

Woodland native and former Sacramento State Hornets standout Alyssa Nakken has reportedly interviewed for the SF Giants' manager job.
NBA | Oct 16, 2023
Colby Jones & Keon Ellis on making the most of their opportunities

Sacramento Kings guards Colby Jones and Keon Ellis spoke to the media following Sunday's preseason battle against the Golden State Warriors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 16, 2023
Return of the Roar: Duarte starts & Kings preseason observations

Frankie Cartoscelli and Brenden Nunes break down all of the biggest storylines from the Sacramento Kings preseason & much more.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 16, 2023
Will the San Francisco 49ers be shorthanded next week in Minnesota?

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Dave & Jason to recap the San Francisco 49ers' loss in Cleveland, share injury updates, and more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 15, 2023
Sabonis does it all, but Kings fall to Warriors in preseason thriller

Domantas Sabonis stuffed the stat sheet during the Sacramento Kings' narrow preseason loss to the Golden State Warriors on Sunday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 14, 2023
Preview: Kings, Warriors meet for first time since NBA Playoffs

The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors will face off Sunday in a preseason matchup at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Oct 13, 2023
Vezenkov, Duarte on the adjustments they are making in preseason

Sasha Vezenkov and Chris Duarte--the newest members of the Sacramento Kings--spoke to the media following Friday's practice.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Oct 13, 2023
Mike Sando on 49ers’ QB Brock Purdy’s rise to prominence

The Athletic's Mike Sando joined The Drive Guys to break down his story on San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy.