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 | Apr 20, 2023
Sacramento struggles to create offense during Game 3 loss to Warriors

This seven-game series between the Kings & Warriors just got a lot more interesting following Golden State's win at Chase Center on Thursday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 20, 2023
Mike Brown says its special to win NBA’s Coach of the Year in first year with Sacramento

Sacramento Kings coach Mike Brown spoke with the media on Thursday before facing the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of the NBA Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 20, 2023
Domantas Sabonis says he ‘definitely’ will play in Game 3

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke with the media prior to Thursday's Game 3 matchup against the Golden State Warriors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 20, 2023
Kings seek 3-0 series lead over Warriors as action shifts to Chase Center

The Sacramento Kings can put the defending champion Golden State Warriors on the ropes with a win in Game 3 on Thursday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 19, 2023
Mike Brown named 2022-23 NBA Coach of the Year

Kings head coach Mike Brown has been named 2022-23 Coach of the Year after leading Sacramento to the playoffs for the first time in 17 years.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 19, 2023
De’Aaron Fox on winning the NBA Clutch Player of the Year award

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox spoke to the media on Wednesday after winning NBA Clutch Player of the Year.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 19, 2023
Harrison Barnes on how the Kings need to remain poised vs Warriors

Kings forward Harrison Barnes spoke to the media on Wednesday as Sacramento prepares to face the Warriors in Game 3.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 19, 2023
Kayte Christensen on how Draymond Green’s absence could affect Game 3

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to discuss Draymond Green's suspension, look ahead to Game 3 & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 18, 2023
De’Aaron Fox named NBA Clutch Player of the Year

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox has been named 2022-23 NBA Clutch Player of the Year due to his heroic late-game efforts this season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 18, 2023
Malik Monk & Kevin Huerter reflect on Sacramento’s Game 2 win

Sacramento Kings guards Malik Monk & Kevin Huerter shared their thoughts on Monday's Game 2 win over Golden State.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 18, 2023
Kings & Warriors players react to Draymond Green, Domantas Sabonis incident

Players from the Sacramento Kings & Golden State Warriors sounded off following Monday's incident between Draymond Green & Domantas Sabonis.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 18, 2023
Fox, Mitchell come up big as Kings take 2-0 series lead over Warriors

The Sacramento Kings have taken a 2-0 series lead over the Golden State Warriors. Next: the series will shift to Chase Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 17, 2023
Domantas Sabonis & Keegan Murray on making adjustments in Game 2

Hear from Domantas Sabonis and Keegan Murray as the Sacramento Kings prepare for their Game 2 matchup against the Warriors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 17, 2023
Game 2 Preview: Kings look to take 2-0 series lead over Warriors

It was a glorious Sunday for the Sacramento Kings fanbase. On the heels of a memorable Saturday evening…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 15, 2023
Fox, Monk combine for 70 points in Kings Game 1 win over Warriors

The Sacramento Kings took a 1-0 series lead over Golden State thanks to massive performances from De'Aaron Fox and Malik Monk.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2023
De’Aaron Fox named finalist for NBA Clutch Player of the Year

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox has been named as a finalist for the NBA Clutch Player of the Year award.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2023
Mike Brown named finalist for NBA Coach of the Year

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown has been named as a finalist for the NBA's Coach of the Year award.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2023
Mike Brown plans to use ‘9-to-10’ players in playoff rotation

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown plans to use a '9-to-10' player rotation during the NBA Playoff matchup with the Warriors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2023
Harrison Barnes & Malik Monk meet with media before facing Warriors

Harrison Barnes and Malik Monk met with the media on Friday as the Kings prepare to play Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs against the Warriors.
NBA | Apr 14, 2023
49ers broadcaster Greg Papa says Kings vs. Warriors will ‘easily’ go 6 games

San Francisco 49ers broadcaster Greg Papa joined Dave and Jason to preview the first-round matchup between the Kings and Warriors.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 14, 2023
Preview: Kings, Warriors set for first playoff matchup in NBA history

The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors have spent the past 38 years just over an hour away…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 13, 2023
Murray, Huerter meet with media before facing Warriors in NBA Playoffs

Sacramento Kings sharpshooters Keegan Murray and Kevin Huerter spoke with the media on Thursday as they prepare for the NBA Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 13, 2023
Kings head coach Mike Brown named NBCA Coach of the Year

Mike Brown has been named as the NBA's Coach of the Year after leading Sacramento to its first playoff appearance since 2006.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Apr 13, 2023
Neemias Queta selected for All-NBA G-League First Team & All-Defensive Team

Sacramento Kings center Neemias Queta has been named to the NBA G-League's All-Defensive team after blocking 1.9 shots per game.