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 | May 11, 2023
The Rebirth of the Sacramento Kings

The 2022-23 season will long be remembered as the year the Sacramento Kings were put back on the NBA map.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 10, 2023
De’Aaron Fox & Domantas Sabonis named to All-NBA Third Team

Sacramento Kings All-Star duo De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis have been named to the All-NBA Third Team.
NBA | May 10, 2023
Kenny Thomas on which NBA Playoff team can survive elimination

Former Sacramento Kings forward and current NBC Sports analyst Kenny Thomas joined Dave & Jason to dive into the NBA Playoffs on Wednesday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 10, 2023
Schmitt homers in first MLB game as Giants beat Nationals

After spending the start of this season with AAA Sacramento, Casey Schmitt made an impact in his MLB debut on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 9, 2023
Vezenkov, Olympiacos advance in EuroLeague Playoffs with Kings’ Brown in attendance

Potential future Sacramento Kings forward Sasha Vezenkov contributed to Olympiacos' EuroLeague Playoff win on Tuesday.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 9, 2023
Alex Wood nearing return for San Francisco Giants

Left-handed starter Alex Wood is nearing a return to San Francisco's rotation when the Giants could use some reinforcements.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 9, 2023
On This Date: Webber, Bibby combine for 60 points in Game 3 win over Dallas

On this date in 2002, the Sacramento Kings picked up a Game 3 win over the Dallas Mavericks during the second round of the NBA Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 8, 2023
Keegan Murray selected to All-Rookie First Team

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray has capped off his memorable rookie season with a selection to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 8, 2023
Report: Mike Brown is in Greece to watch Sasha Vezenkov

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown is reportedly in Greece to watch Greek League MVP Sasha Vezenkov in the EuroLeague playoffs.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 8, 2023
Giants seek third-straight series win as Nats enter Oracle Park

Can Thairo Estrada and the San Francisco Giants continue to pick up series wins as the Washington Nationals enter Oracle Park?
MLB | May 8, 2023
A’s, Giants mourn the loss of Vida Blue

The Oakland Athletics and San Francisco Giants are mourning the loss of former pitcher Vida Blue, who passed away on Saturday at 73.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | May 4, 2023
Giants look to build off two-game sweep of Astros as Brewers enter Oracle Park

San Francisco will hope to carry over their success in Houston to this weekend's matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 4, 2023
Sam Amick on what’s next for the Sacramento Kings

Sam Amick joined Dave and Jason to recap the Kings' breakout season, contemplate if Harrison Barnes will return this summer, and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 4, 2023
Monte McNair reflects on the Sacramento Kings’ breakout season

Sacramento Kings GM Monte McNair joined Dave & Jason to reflect on Sacramento's memorable season and look ahead to an important offseason.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 3, 2023
Mike Brown on the important summer ahead for the Sacramento Kings

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown met with the media for his end-of-season press conference on Tuesday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 3, 2023
Sacramento Kings GM Monte McNair named NBA Executive of the Year

Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair has been named Executive of the Year after an impressive 2022-23 season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 3, 2023
De’Aaron Fox reflects on a memorable year–both on and off the court

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox met with the media on Tuesday to reflect on a memorable 2022-23 season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 3, 2023
Kayte Christensen says ‘its just the beginning’ for the Sacramento Kings

NBC Sports California's Kayte Christensen joined Dave and Jason to recap a memorable season of Sacramento Kings basketball.
NBA | May 2, 2023
Domantas Sabonis & De’Aaron Fox receive NBA MVP votes

Sacramento Kings All-Star duo Domantas Sabonis and De'Aaron Fox received votes during the NBA MVP voting process.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 2, 2023
Domantas Sabonis says this season ‘put Sacramento back on the map’

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke with the media on Monday to share an update on his injured hand and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 2, 2023
Game 7 of Kings vs. Warriors was most-watched 1st round NBA Playoff game since 1999

Game 7 of the Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors brought in the most first-round viewers since 1999.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 2, 2023
Harrison Barnes says a reunion with Sacramento in free agency would be ‘special’

Harrison Barnes made it clear that he would like to return to the Sacramento Kings in free agency this summer.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 1, 2023
De’Aaron Fox has second-highest scoring playoff series debut in NBA history

Kings guard De'Aaron Fox had the second-highest playoff series debut in NBA history during the seven-game series against Golden State.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | May 1, 2023
Trey Lyles says he ‘100%’ would return to Kings next season

Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles says he is interested in a reunion this summer when he enters free agency.