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

NBA | Jun 24, 2026
John Calipari says Darius Acuff Jr. can become the face of the Kings

John Calipari believes Kings rookie Darius Acuff is ready for the NBA and says Sacramento fans will quickly fall in love with the dynamic guard.
NBA | Jun 24, 2026
Isaiah Thomas on Darius Acuff Jr: ‘He’s a winner, he’s a leader’

Former Sacramento Kings guard and two-time NBA All-Star Isaiah Thomas had high praise for new Kings guard Darius Acuff Jr. on draft night.
NBA | Jun 23, 2026
Sacramento Kings trade for 29th pick, select UConn forward Alex Karaban

The Sacramento Kings have traded the 34th pick in the NBA Draft to the Cleveland Cavaliers and have selected Alex Karaban with the 29th pick.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 23, 2026
Athletics Injury Report: Rooker, Severino & more

The Athletics continue to wait for the return of several key players as they look to remain afloat in the American League postseason race.
NBA | Jun 23, 2026
John Calipari says NBA teams ‘will regret’ passing on Darius Acuff Jr.

John Calipari predicted NBA teams would regret passing on Darius Acuff Jr., who the Sacramento Kings selected with the No. 7 pick in 2026.
NBA | Jun 23, 2026
Sacramento Kings select Darius Acuff Jr. with 7th pick in NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings have selected Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Learn more about the new King.
NFL | Jun 23, 2026
NFL Training Camp Dates: Here’s when the 49ers report for workouts

The wait for NFL training camps is almost over. Here's when your favorite team plans to report to prepare for the start of the 2026 regular season.
NBA | Jun 22, 2026
Kings Mock Draft Roundup: Final 7th pick predictions

With the 2026 NBA Draft set to begin on Tuesday, here's one final look at NBA Mock Drafts as analysts predict the Sacramento Kings' 7th pick.
NBA | Jun 22, 2026
Report: Kings ‘content waiting to see’ who falls to 7th

Sacramento Kings remain strongly linked to Arkansas star Darius Acuff Jr., with new reports suggesting they may stand pat at 7th in the NBA Draft.
NBA | Jun 22, 2026
Recent history of the 7th overall pick in the NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings will make the 7th pick in the NBA Draft on Tuesday night, but what does recent history tell us about that draft position?
NBA | Jun 20, 2026
Pistons show interest in Zach LaVine–but is a deal possible?

Zach LaVine has been linked to the Pistons, but Detroit insider Ku Khahil explained why a trade with the Kings may be difficult to complete.
NBA | Jun 18, 2026
Darius Acuff Jr. continues to emerge as top candidate for Kings’ 7th pick

Sam Amick: Darius Acuff Jr. remains the prospect most heavily linked to the Kings as Sacramento prepares to make the 7th pick in the NBA Draft
NBA | Jun 18, 2026
Amick: Zach LaVine not expected to decline $49 million player option

Sam Amick reports Zach LaVine is not expected to decline his $49 million player option, making a return to the Sacramento Kings likely.
NBA | Jun 18, 2026
Could Mikel Brown Jr. be an option for the Kings at 7th?

Mikel Brown Jr.'s shooting and offensive upside have NBA teams intrigued. Louisville analyst Bob Valvano explains the strengths and concerns.
MLB | Jun 17, 2026
MLB insider says Giants have ‘zero plans’ to trade Logan Webb

Logan Webb is not expected to be part of a San Francisco Giants sell-off despite trade rumors surrounding several veterans ahead of the deadline.
NBA | Jun 17, 2026
Report: Kingston Flemings visited Sacramento for workout last week

Jake Fischer reports Darius Acuff and Kingston Flemings could both be available when the Sacramento Kings pick No. 7 in the 2026 NBA Draft.
MLB | Jun 16, 2026
SF Giants Injury Updates: Ramos set for rehab games

The San Francisco Giants provided injury updates this week as they sit well under .500 and face growing pressure ahead of the MLB trade deadline.
NBA | Jun 16, 2026
Several Sacramento Kings players officially become free agents

The offseason is underway for the Sacramento Kings. Which players are now officially free agents? Here's who is now on the open market.
MLB | Jun 16, 2026
Report: Giants open to offers for Devers, Chapman & others

ESPN's Buster Olney reports the San Francisco Giants are open to trade offers for Rafael Devers, Willy Adames and Matt Chapman.
NBA | Jun 16, 2026
Are teams underestimating Domantas Sabonis’ value?

The Drive Guys discuss why Domantas Sabonis isn't commanding a stronger trade market after Charlotte reportedly declined to part with picks.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jun 16, 2026
Dusty Baker believes Sacramento has ‘an excellent chance’ of landing MLB expansion team

Dusty Baker believes Sacramento has an “excellent chance” to secure an MLB expansion team as momentum builds around the city’s ambitious bid.
NBA | Jun 16, 2026
Cunningham: What Darius Acuff Jr.’s Sacramento visit means

Sean Cunningham revealed Darius Acuff recently visited Sacramento for a private workout, further connecting the Arkansas star to the Kings.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jun 14, 2026
Former NFL All-Pro DE Aldon Smith dies at 36

Former NFL defensive end Aldon Smith, who quickly made an impact as an All-Pro pass rusher before encountering off-field issues, died on Saturday. He was 36.
NBA | Jun 14, 2026
Sam Amick expands on his report of Kings-Hornets trade talks involving Domantas Sabonis

Sam Amick says Domantas Sabonis trade talks between the Kings and Hornets are real, but differing timelines and draft assets remain hurdles.