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 | Jul 26, 2026
Sacramento’s rebuild hinges on development–not wins

Akis Yercostas evaluates Darius Acuff, Alex Karaban & the Kings' young core while explaining why player development should drive Sac's rebuild.
NBA | Jul 25, 2026
Deuce Mason is ‘not concerned at all’ about Darius Acuff Jr.

Deuce Mason joins The Matt & Kayla Show to discuss Kings Summer League, Darius Acuff Jr., roster development, and his new broadcast role.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jul 25, 2026
Why the Raiders finally have a clear direction entering 2026

Q Myers previews Raiders training camp, discussing Fernando Mendoza, Maxx Crosby, Brock Bowers and why Las Vegas finally has a plan.
NFL | Jul 25, 2026
Could the 49ers reunite with Deebo Samuel?

Nick Wagoner previews 49ers training camp, discussing Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Fred Warner, Brock Purdy & San Francisco's NFC hopes.
NFL | Jul 25, 2026
Why the 49ers are built to bounce back in 2026

Vic Tafur breaks down the 49ers' biggest storylines entering 2026, including health, the pass rush, Christian McCaffrey and Brandon Aiyuk.
NFL | Jul 25, 2026
49ers’ Kyle Shanahan to be limited in camp after serious car crash

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan broke his nose, three ribs and his hand, needed over 40 stitches to his face and sustained a severe concussion after he was involved in a car accident last week, San Francisco general manager John Lynch said on Saturday.
NBA | Jul 24, 2026
Jerry Reynolds: No need to overreact to Summer League struggles

Jerry Reynolds breaks down Darius Acuff Jr.’s Summer League struggles, Kings rookies, Emmanuel Sharp and why fans shouldn’t overreact.
NBA | Jul 23, 2026
NBA Draft analyst isn’t worried about Darius Acuff Jr.’s Summer League showing

Darius Acuff struggled in Summer League, but Bobby Gerould explains why Sacramento Kings fans shouldn't panic despite the rookie's rough debut.
NBA | Jul 23, 2026
Dylan Cardwell did what he does best in Las Vegas: Defend

Dylan Cardwell burst onto the scene for the Sacramento Kings in 2025-26, and the undrafted big man is quickly becoming a fan favorite in the 916.
NFL | Jul 23, 2026
49ers Training Camp: Biggest Storylines to Watch

Chris Biderman breaks down the biggest San Francisco 49ers training camp storylines, including Nick Bosa, rookie receivers, injuries and more.
NBA | Jul 22, 2026
Report: Kings unlikely to bring Russell Westbrook back for 2026-27

Carmichael Dave explains why the Kings choosing to not re-sign Russell Westbrook could be the right move for both Sacramento & the PG.
NBA | Jul 22, 2026
Reflecting on Nique Clifford’s NBA Summer League showing

Nique Clifford just experienced his second NBA Summer League. Here's what the second-year wing did during his time in Las Vegas.
LAS VEGAS RAIDERS | Jul 22, 2026
No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza, Raiders at odds over bonus

What's the deal with Fernando Mendoza as the Raiders begin training camp with rookies due in Las Vegas on Thursday?
NBA | Jul 22, 2026
George: Kings are not currently pursuing Mario Hezonja

Matt George shares what he's hearing about Mario Hezonja and why the Sacramento Kings don't appear to be pursuing the former NBA lottery pick.
MLB | Jul 21, 2026
MLB insider says there’s a ‘95% chance’ Luis Arraez is traded

ESPN's Jeff Passan gives Luis Arraez a 95% chance of being traded as the Giants' disappointing season makes the four-time All-Star available.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 21, 2026
Passan: A’s ‘have zero desire’ to trade Shea Langeliers

ESPN's Jeff Passan reports the Athletics have no interest in trading Shea Langeliers despite heavy deadline interest and another losing season.
NFL | Jul 21, 2026
49ers Training Camp: Health, Brock Purdy & the Aging Core Take Center Stage

Brian Peacock previews 49ers training camp, discussing the aging core, Brock Purdy, Fred Warner, Nick Bosa & San Francisco's biggest questions.
NBA | Jul 21, 2026
Carmichael Dave: Zach LaVine is too valuable for Sacramento to make a bad trade

Dave & Jason explain why Zach LaVine's expiring contract makes him a valuable trade asset,but only if the Kings get the right deal.
NBA | Jul 21, 2026
Darius Acuff’s Summer League struggles shouldn’t change the bigger picture

Jason Ross explains why Darius Acuff's Summer League struggles shouldn't cause panic and why the Kings rookie still has All-Star upside.
NBA | Jul 21, 2026
What we saw from Maxime Raynaud’s brief Summer League showing

Maxime Raynaud probably didn't need to play in Summer League for Sacramento, but he did anyway. Here's why that was a good thing.
NBA | Jul 20, 2026
Comparing Darius Acuff Jr.’s Summer League to NBA star guards

Sacramento Kings rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. struggled during Las Vegas Summer League--but he's not the first PG with star potential to do so.
ATHLETICS BASEBALL | Jul 20, 2026
Athletics Injury Updates: Kurtz, Gelof & more

The Athletics are still waiting on the return of several key pieces, with All-Star first baseman Nick Kurtz's absence looming large amid a lengthy slide.
NFL | Jul 20, 2026
49ers announce signing of P Jack Bouwmeester

The San Francisco 49ers today announced they have signed P Jack Bouwmeester to a three-year deal. Here's more info on the 49ers' latest moves.
NBA | Jul 17, 2026
Farewell, Las Vegas: Kings takeaways from NBA Summer League

Las Vegas Summer League has come to an end for the Sacramento Kings. So, what did we learn about the new rookies and second-year players?