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 | Feb 21, 2023
Report: Hawks eyeing Kings’ Jordi Fernández as head coaching candidate

The Atlanta Hawks view Sacramento Kings associate head coach Jordi Fernández as a head coaching candidate, per The Athletic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
Domantas Sabonis on the importance of Sacramento’s presence at All-Star Weekend

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke to the media following his appearance in Sunday's NBA All-Star Game in…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
De’Aaron Fox says he’s ‘grateful’ for first All-Star experience

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox spoke to the media following his appearance in Sunday's NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, Utah.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
Fox, Sabonis ready for Playoff push after All-Star appearance

For the first time in over 18 years, two members of the Sacramento Kings took the floor during…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
Neemias Queta shines in G-League Next Up Game

Sacramento Kings two-way center Neemias Queta led his team in scoring during Sunday's G-League Next Up Game at All-Star Weekend.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
Return of the Roar: Checking in from All-Star Weekend

Chris Watkins and Frankie Cartoscelli checked in from Salt Lake City to talk about what it's been like covering All-Star Weekend.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 19, 2023
Fox, Sabonis set for All-Star stage in Salt Lake City

Sacramento Kings duo De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis will take the floor together during Sunday's NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 18, 2023
Huerter falls short in 3-Point Contest, McClung Shines in Dunk Contest

Kevin Huerter wasn't able to get going from beyond the arc on Saturday night, while Mac McClung delivered a memorable Slam Dunk Contest.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 18, 2023
De’Aaron Fox on first All-Star appearance, Keegan Murray’s potential & more

Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox spoke to the media before appearing in his first All-Star game on Sunday night in Salt Lake City.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 18, 2023
Kevin Huerter set to face Hield, Haliburton & more in 3-Point Contest

Kevin Huerter wanted his chance at taking home the 3-Point crown, and he's going to get his opportunity…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 17, 2023
Keegan Murray’s triple helps lift Team Pau to Rising Stars championship

Kings rookie Keegan Murray sank a game-winning triple during Friday's Rising Stars tournament at NBA All-Star Weekend in Salt Lake City.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 17, 2023
Kyle Draper says Mike Brown pushes players ‘harder than any coach I’ve ever seen’

Sacramento Kings analyst Kyle Draper discusses the first half of the Kings' season and how Mike Brown has gotten players to buy in already.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 16, 2023
Keegan Murray set for Rising Stars Game after strong start to NBA career

After a strong introduction to the NBA, Sacramento Kings rookie Keegan Murray is set for Friday's Rising Stars Game in Salt Lake City.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 16, 2023
Sam Amick on the Sacramento Kings approach in the buyout market

Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave and JayMarzz to discuss what the Sacramento Kings could do on the buyout market.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 14, 2023
Booker, Suns hand Kings loss before heading into All-Star break

The Sacramento Kings dropped a costly game to Devin Booker and the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday evening. Onto the All-Star break.
MLB | Feb 14, 2023
2023 MLB rules changes: what are they and what makes them different?

Significant changes are on the horizon for baseball. MLB will roll out several new rules this year, including a pitch count and larger bases.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 14, 2023
Preview: Kings, Suns set for important matchup before heading into break

The Sacramento Kings will hope to head into the All-Star break on a high note when they face the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 13, 2023
Mr. 4th Quarter: Fox closing in on Sac-Era 4th quarter scoring record

Closing time is De'Aaron Fox's time. The All-Star guard has been the NBA's best closer this season, but there is more to the late heroics.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 13, 2023
Keegan Murray says he wants to ‘have fun’ during All-Star Weekend

Sacramento Kings rookie Keegan Murray spoke to the media on Monday before the forward heads to All-Star Weekend.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 13, 2023
Mike Brown on the Kings heading into the All-Star break strong, plans for the break

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown spoke to the media on Monday before the team boarded its flight…
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 13, 2023
Kevin Huerter heading to All-Star Weekend for 3-Point Contest

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter will be heading to NBA All-Star Weekend to participate in the Three-Point Contest
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 11, 2023
All-Star Fox: Kings pull out OT win over Mavs thanks to Fox’s late heroics

De'Aaron Fox gave a memorable closing performance for the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night in a game that went down to the wire.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 10, 2023
Mavs’ huge first quarter acts as difference in win over Kings Friday

Dallas used a 45-point first quarter to put the Sacramento Kings in an insurmountable hole on Friday night at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Feb 10, 2023
Kings guard De’Aaron Fox named to NBA All-Star team

At long last, Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox has been named to the NBA All-Star team for the first time in his six-year career.