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 | Jan 13, 2023
Preview: Kings look to conclude home-stand on high note vs Rockets

The Sacramento Kings will have another chance at improving to five games over the .500 mark when they face the Houston Rockets on Friday.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 13, 2023
Greg Papa previews the 49ers’ Wild Card matchup against the Seahawks

The 49ers and Seahawks are no strangers to one another. Greg Papa previewed Saturday's matchup between the two divisional foes.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 12, 2023
Return of the Roar Podcast: Trey Day & The 1st-Place Kings

The Sacramento Kings are back to their winning ways after opening up a five-game home stand with two losses.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 12, 2023
Fox cracks top-10 in latest NBA All-Star Game fan voting results

The second wave of NBA All-Star fan voting results was released on Thursday, as two Sacramento Kings remained on the outside looking in.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 12, 2023
Amick: Mike Brown has ‘strong case’ for Coach of the Year honors

Amick joined Dave & Jason Ross to discuss his interaction with LeBron James & contemplate if Mike Brown can win Coach of the Year.
NBA | Jan 11, 2023
Trey Day: Lyles’ huge fourth quarter lifts Kings past Rockets

Trey Lyles scored 15 of his 20 points during the fourth quarter as the Sacramento Kings defeated the Houston Rockets by a final of 135-115.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 11, 2023
De’Aaron Fox: ‘You want to win those games that you’re supposed to win.’

Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox spoke to the media prior to Wednesday night’s game against the Houston Rockets.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 11, 2023
Kayte Christensen has ‘no doubts’ that Domantas Sabonis & De’Aaron Fox will be All-Stars

Sacramento Kings TV broadcaster Kayte Christensen joined Dave & Jason to preview Kings vs Rockets, talk All-Star voting, and more.
SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS | Jan 10, 2023
Michael Conforto ‘couldn’t be happier’ to be a San Francisco Giant

New San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto said that he is thrilled to be a part of the organization.
NBA | Jan 10, 2023
Kevin Huerter on win over Magic: ‘It’s big. We have to take care of home.’

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter spoke to the media following Monday night's win over the Orlando Magic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 10, 2023
Chimezie Metu on getting another shot at the rotation, winning DPOG & lighting the beam

Sacramento Kings center Chimezie Metu spoke to the media following a 136-111 blowout win over the Orlando Magic.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 10, 2023
Sean Salisbury thinks the 49ers are ‘as good as anybody’ in the NFC

Salisbury joined the show to discuss the College Football Championship, where the 49ers fit in the NFC playoff picture & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 9, 2023
Kings set franchise three-point record during blowout win over Magic

The Sacramento Kings set a franchise record for made three-point field goals during Monday's 136-111 win over the Orlando Magic.
NBA | Jan 9, 2023
Sacramento Kings sign guard PJ Dozier to a 10-day contract

The Sacramento Kings announced Monday they've signed defensive-minded guard PJ Dozier to a 10-day contract with the team.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 9, 2023
Preview: Kings hope to snap skid, get back on track against Magic

The Sacramento Kings will hope to snap a two-game losing streak on Monday night when they face the Orlando Magic at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 9, 2023
Matt Barrows sees ‘huge’ talent disparity between 49ers, Seahawks

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to preview Saturday's NFC Wild Card matchup between the 49ers & Seahawks.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 7, 2023
Poor defense, questionable calls cost Kings in loss to Lakers

Another day, another close Sacramento Kings loss that is surrounded by officiating controversies and poor defense.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 6, 2023
Sacramento Kings waive forward Chima Moneke, trim roster to 14

The Sacramento Kings have waived rookie forward Chima Moneke in a move to open up a roster spot, per James Ham.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 6, 2023
Kings rookie Keegan Murray says he is focused on team goals, not personal awards

Sacramento Kings rookie forward Keegan Murray spoke to the media on Friday about his Rookie of the Month honors and much more.
NBA | Jan 6, 2023
Kevin Huerter talks Golden 1 Center’s atmosphere, NBA officiating & more

Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter joined Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross to talk about Golden 1 Center's loud atmosphere & much more.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Jan 6, 2023
Who has been the San Francisco 49ers’ Offensive MVP this season?

Greg Papa joined Dave & Jason to discuss which San Francisco 49er has been this season's Offensive Most Valuable Player.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2023
Return of the Roar Podcast: The ‘Cardiac Kings’ Are Back

On the latest Return of the Roar podcast, Chris Watkins & Frankie Cartoscelli discussed the past week of Kings action, All-Star voting & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2023
NBA releases first batch of All-Star Game fan voting results; Fox and Sabonis outside top 10

Check out where Sacramento Kings stars Domantas Sabonis and De'Aaron Fox sit in the NBA All-Star fan voting polls.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Jan 5, 2023
Domantas Sabonis says Kings ‘should have put ourselves in a better position’ to win against Hawks

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis spoke to the media following Wednesday's loss to the Atlanta Hawks.