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

UC DAVIS | Nov 27, 2024
UC Davis football sets sights on FCS Playoffs

Following an impressive 10-2 regular season, the UC Davis football team will enjoy a first-round bye in the FCS Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 26, 2024
Kings Injury Updates: Lyles out multiple weeks, DeRozan OUT vs. Minnesota

The Sacramento Kings have provided an injury update on forwards DeMar DeRozan (back) and Trey Lyles (calf).
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 26, 2024
Sacramento Kings close to deal with free agent Jae Crowder

The Sacramento Kings are closing in on a deal with free agent forward Jae Crowder, per ESPN's Shams Charania.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 26, 2024
Mike Brown fined $35,000 for incident with ref vs. Nets

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for his actions during Sunday's loss to the Brooklyn Nets.
UC DAVIS | Nov 26, 2024
Lan Larison earns Big Sky Offensive Player Of The Week honors

UC Davis football senior running back Lan Larison has added another trophy to his case, being named the Big Sky Offensive Player of the Week.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 26, 2024
Barrows: The 49ers ‘were a shadow of themselves’ vs. Green Bay

The Athletic's Matt Barrows joined Jason Ross to explain why it's hard for him to believe the San Francisco 49ers will overcome this stretch.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 26, 2024
Malik Monk says Kings will have team meeting before facing T-Wolves

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk says the team will meet to discuss the ongoing four-game skid before facing Minnesota on Wednesday.
UC DAVIS | Nov 26, 2024
UC Davis head coach Tim Plough named Eddie Robinson Award finalist

UC Davis football head coach Tim Plough has been named as a finalist for the Eddie Robinson Award, which names the FCS' best coach.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 26, 2024
Kyle Shanahan provides update on Brock Purdy, Dre Greenlaw & more

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan provided updates on Brock Purdy, Nick Bosa & more as the team prepares to face Buffalo.
SACRAMENTO REPUBLIC FC | Nov 26, 2024
Sacramento Republic FC announce acquisition of Dominik Wanner

Sacramento Republic FC announced this week that the club has acquired wingback Dominik Wanner ahead of the 2025 season.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 25, 2024
Kings continue to slide, drop fourth straight game as OKC rolls

The Sacramento Kings have lost four straight games following Monday's ugly loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder at Golden 1 Center.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 25, 2024
Report: Malik Monk plans to play vs. OKC

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle sprain) plans to return on Monday night vs. Oklahoma City, per Chris Haynes.
UC DAVIS | Nov 25, 2024
Lan Larison Named FCS National Offensive Player Of The Week

UC Davis football running back Lan Larison has been named the Stats Perform FCS National Offensive Player of the Week.
UC DAVIS | Nov 25, 2024
UC Davis Earns Highest Seed In Program History; Seeded No. 5 In FCS Playoffs

UC Davis football has earned its highest playoff seed in program history, securing a 5th seed spot & first round BYE in the FCS Playoffs.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 25, 2024
Kings look to bounce back against Hartenstein, Thunder

Isaiah Hartenstein and the Oklahoma City Thunder will look to hand the Sacramento Kings a fourth-straight loss on Monday night.
UC DAVIS | Nov 25, 2024
No. 5 UC Davis Outlasts Sacramento State, 42-39; Retains Causeway Cup For Second Straight Season

UC Davis football put the finishing touches on an incredible regular season with a slim win over Sacramento State in the Causeway Classic.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 24, 2024
Nets use long-ball to outlast sliding Kings

Cam Thomas (34 points) and the Brooklyn Nets outlasted De'Aaron Fox (30 points) and the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night at Golden 1 Center.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 22, 2024
49ers rule out Brock Purdy & Nick Bosa vs. Green Bay

The San Francisco 49ers have ruled out QB Brock Purdy (shoulder) and DE Nick Bosa (hip) for Sunday's game vs. Green Bay.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Nov 22, 2024
Kotsay: A’s were in contact with free agent Walker Buehler

Athletics manager Mark Kotsay says the club has been in contact with free agent and reigning World Series champion pitcher Walker Buehler.
SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS | Nov 22, 2024
Greg Papa on the 49ers: ‘They are running out of excuses’

Greg Papa, radio voice of the San Francisco 49ers, joined Carmichael Dave to preview this weekend's matchup vs. Green Bay.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 22, 2024
Preview: Kings get key pieces back in rematch vs. Clippers

The Sacramento Kings will look to avenge an early-season loss to the Los Angeles Clippers when the two teams meet on Friday night.
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 22, 2024
Keon Ellis explains his thought process behind career performance

Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis joined Allen Stiles to break down his career-high 33-point performance & much more.
NFL | Nov 22, 2024
Fantasy Football Tips for Week 12: Start or sit, waiver wire options & more

CBS Sports' Fantasy Football expert Dave Richard shares his players to watch for in Week 12, talks waiver wire targets, and much more!
SACRAMENTO KINGS | Nov 21, 2024
DeMar DeRozan & Domantas Sabonis practice, ‘looking good’ for return Friday

Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis returned to practice this week as they look to return on Friday night.