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 7, 2025
LaVine shines as Kings spoil Fox’s return to Sacramento

The Sacramento Kings took care of business on Friday night at Golden 1 Center against old friend De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 7, 2025
Florida State turning to Kings assistant Luke Loucks as next head coach

Florida State is negotiating with Sacramento Kings assistant coach Luke Loucks to become head coach of the Seminoles, multiple outlets reported Friday.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 7, 2025
Lawrence Butler, Athletics agree on 7-year extension

The Athletics are signing right fielder Lawrence Butler to a seven-year, $65.5 million contract extension, multiple outlets reported.
NBA | Mar 7, 2025
De’Aaron Fox: ‘I truly wanted to play for one team my whole career.’

Former Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox opened up about his departure from the Beam Team in an interview with ESPN.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 7, 2025
Kings guard Malik Monk (toe sprain) considered day-to-day

The Sacramento Kings say that Malik Monk is considered day-to-day with a right toe sprain. Monk will not play on Friday night vs. San Antonio.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 7, 2025
A’s hire Marc Badain as new Team President

The Athletics have hired Marc Badain to be the team's new President. Badain was instrumental in helping the Raiders' relocation to Las Vegas.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 7, 2025
Kings look to stay in playoff hunt as they host Fox, Spurs

The Sacramento Kings will face off with old friend De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs on Friday night at Golden 1 Center.
UC DAVIS | Mar 7, 2025
UC Davis basketball game vs. UC San Diego to air on ESPN2

For the first time in nearly 10 years, UC Davis basketball will play in front of a national audience as they are set to face UC San Diego on ESPN2.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 6, 2025
49ers plan to release Javon Hargrave ahead of new league year

The San Francisco 49ers plan to release veteran defensive tackle Javon Hargrave when the new league year begins next week, per ESPN.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 6, 2025
Western Conference Standings Update: The Kings remain in a tight race for 6th

The Western Conference standings are getting tighter by the day, and the Sacramento Kings are making their move for the sixth seed.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 6, 2025
Sam Amick on the Kings’ improved play & De’Aaron Fox’s return

Sam Amick joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to share his thoughts on the Sacramento Kings' 3-1 trip, De'Aaron Fox's return to G1C, & more.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 5, 2025
Kayte Christensen on the seemingly improving Kings defense

Sacramento Kings TV analyst Kayte Christensen joined Carmichael Dave & Jason Ross to share her observations from a successful road trip.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 5, 2025
Mason Jones scores 49 points in Stockton Kings win over Suns

Sacramento Kings two-way guard Mason Jones exploded for 49 points during a 136-127 win for the G-League affiliate Stockton Kings.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 5, 2025
Kings vs. Nuggets Injury Report: Jokic questionable

Denver Nuggets star center and three-time MVP winner Nikola Jokic (ankle) is questionable to face the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 5, 2025
Should the 49ers take a look at Davante Adams?

Now that Deebo Samuel is gone and Brandon Aiyuk recovering from a knee injury, should the San Francisco 49ers look to sign Davante Adams?
UC DAVIS | Mar 5, 2025
UC Davis basketball eyes bounce-back finish to regular season

UC Davis basketball has dropped four-straight games, but they will look to get back into the win column this week as the Big West tournament nears.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 5, 2025
Raiders’ Maxx Crosby: Aaron Rodgers is going to have big year

Las Vegas Raiders star defensive end took to his podcast this week to share his hopes that free agent QB Aaron Rodgers will join the silver & black.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 5, 2025
Zach LaVine, Kings aim to gain ground in West vs. Nuggets

Zach LaVine and the surging Sacramento Kings will look to secure a fifth straight win against the Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 4, 2025
Zach LaVine has already joined rare Sacramento Kings company

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has already put himself among some franchise greats after being named West Player of the Week.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Mar 4, 2025
Deebo Samuel: ‘Nothing but love’ for 49ers after trade

Following his trade to the Washington Commanders, WR Deebo Samuel took to social media to say he has nothing but love for his old team.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Mar 4, 2025
Report: Raiders won’t make offer to keep WR DJ Turner

The Las Vegas Raiders will not tender a contract to wide receiver DJ Turner, a restricted free agent, multiple outlets reported Monday.
MLB | Mar 3, 2025
Reports: Commissioner weighs removing Pete Rose from MLB ineligible list

Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred is reviewing whether to reinstate the late Pete Rose from baseball’s ineligible list.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Mar 3, 2025
Updated Sacramento Kings roster: Skal returns amid Sabonis injury

The Sacramento Kings roster will be tested over the coming days as they navigate a stretch of play without All-NBA center Domantas Sabonis.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Mar 3, 2025
2025 Spring Training: Athletics Announce Seven Roster Moves

As Spring Training rolls on, the Athletics have made a series of roster moves that include seven player being reassigned to minor league camps.