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 | Mar 3, 2023
Preview: Kings set to face short-handed Clippers in crucial showdown

The Sacramento Kings will hope to bury a struggling Los Angeles Clippers team further when the two face off at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 3, 2023
Kevin Huerter on the 2OT thriller in LA, finishing the season strong & more

Kings guard Kevin Huerter joined Dave & Jason to break down last week's thriller in LA and look forward to the season's final stretch.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 2, 2023
Malik Monk on how special it was to share a 40-point game with De’Aaron Fox

Malik Monk talked about what it was like to be part of the first Kings duo to score 40+ points in a game alongside good friend De'Aaron Fox.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 2, 2023
Mike Brown named February’s Western Conference Coach of the Month

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown has been named February's Western Conference Coach of the Month after going 8-4.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 2, 2023
De’Aaron Fox (wrist) plans to return on Friday night vs Clippers

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox says he is set to return from a one-game absence due to wrist soreness.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 2, 2023
Sam Amick on Mike Brown’s NBA Coach of the Year chances

Sam Amick joined Dave & Jason to discuss Mike Brown's impact on the Sacramento Kings as they aim to end a 17-year playoff drought.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 28, 2023
No Fox, No Problem: Kings win fourth-straight behind Barnes’ big night

With De'Aaron Fox out, someone needed to step up and aid Domantas Sabonis on Tuesday night in OKC. Harrison Barnes was up for the challenge.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 28, 2023
Return of the Roar: Madness in LA & celebrating G-Man’s 3,000th call

Did we witness the greatest Sacramento Kings game of all time on Friday night? Chris Watkins and Frankie Cartoscelli discuss:
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 28, 2023
Preview: Fox questionable as Kings seek two-game sweep in OKC

The Sacramento Kings will face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night before heading back home for a four-game home stand.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 26, 2023
Kings improve to 10 games over .500 for first time since 2004-05

The Sacramento Kings are 10 games over .500 for the first time in 17 years after defeating the Thunder on Sunday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 25, 2023
Sacramento Kings waive KZ Okpala, sign PJ Dozier for rest of season

The Sacramento Kings have waived KZ Okpala and signed guard P.J. Dozier to a contract for the remainder of the season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 25, 2023
History: Kings pull out 176-175 win over Clippers in Game of the Year

What just happened? The Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Clippers just played one of the greatest games in NBA history.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 24, 2023
Preview: Kings, Clippers set for crucial matchup in Los Angeles

Friday night's matchup between the Kings and Clippers will have plenty on the line as both teams look to solidify their place in the West.
NBA | Feb 23, 2023
Fox, Sabonis establish Sac-era records during win over Blazers

De'Aaron Fox & Domantas Sabonis both established Sacramento-era records during Sacramento's win over the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2023
Domantas Sabonis on his All-Star experience and the final stretch of the season

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke to the media following his third NBA All-Star appearance on Sunday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2023
De’Aaron Fox on preparing for the playoff push, game against Portland

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox spoke to the media on Thursday before facing the Portland Trail Blazers.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 23, 2023
Preview: Kings to begin playoff push against Lillard, Blazers

The Sacramento Kings will begin their final 25-game stretch of the season on Thursday when they face the Portland Trail Blazers at G1C.
NBA | Feb 23, 2023
Sam Amick on Sacramento’s ‘tough’ final stretch of the season

The Athletic's Sam Amick joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to preview the road ahead for the Sacramento Kings.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2023
Mike Brown: ‘[Jordi Fernández] will be a head coach in this league.’

Kings head coach Mike Brown spoke about the possibility of associate head coach Jordi Fernández making the jump to a head coaching job.
NBA | Feb 22, 2023
Harrison Barnes on Playoff push: ‘This is what you play for.’

Sacramento forward Harrison Barnes shared his thoughts on the road ahead as the Kings look to end a 16-year playoff drought.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2023
Keegan Murray breaks down his first All-Star Weekend experience

Sacramento Kings rookie Keegan Murray spoke to the media on Wednesday and broke down his first All-Star Weekend experience and much more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2023
Kayte Christensen on what the Kings need to do during the final 25 games

What do the Sacramento Kings need to do during the final 25 games to end the playoff drought? Kayte Christensen gives her thoughts.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2023
Mike Brown on his approach to ‘interesting’ final stretch of the season

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown spoke to the media for the first time following the All-Star break.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 22, 2023
After missing two games, Malik Monk says he will return on Thursday night

The All-Star break came at a good time for Malik Monk, as the guard will make his return from an ankle injury on Thursday night.