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SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 30: Domantas Sabonis #10 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the baske...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Charles Barkley says the Kings are better than the Warriors

According to NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley, the Sacramento Kings will be better than the Golden State Warriors this season.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 25: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings drives toward the bask...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Preview: Kings open up 2023-24 regular season vs. Jazz

The Sacramento Kings are back in action as the 'Beam Team' will open the 2023-24 regular season against the Jazz in Salt Lake City, Utah.
6 months ago
Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown reacts to a call during their game against the Golden State ...
Brenden Nunes

Mike Brown claims the Sacramento Kings ‘will not finish 25th or 26th defensively’

On Tuesday afternoon, Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown made his commitment to defensive improvement apparent.
6 months ago
Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors dribbling the ball is closely guarded by De'Aaro...
Brenden Nunes

De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis preview their season opener in Utah

After Tuesday's practice, Sacramento Kings All-Stars De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis spoke with reporters about Wednesday's season debut.
6 months ago
Chris Paul #3 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles past Victor Wembanyama #1 of the San Antonio Sp...
KELLAN OLSON Arizona Sports

Chris Paul, new-look Warriors open season against Phoenix Suns

Everywhere Chris Paul has been has quickly become a Chris Paul Team. But do the Warriors take on that moniker this season?
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 20: Keegan Murray #13 and Kevin Huerter #9 of the Sacramento Kings...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Return of the Roar: Sacramento Kings over/under predictions

The Return of the Roar podcast is back with an episode highlighting over-under predictions on several Sacramento Kings-related topics.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 07: Sacramento Kings Assistant Coach for Player Development Lindsey ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Stockton Kings head coach Lindsey Harding on her new role

Stockton Kings head coach Lindsey Harding met with the media on Monday to discuss what her new role means to her and for the organization.
6 months ago
Malik Monk #0 of the Sacramento Kings reacts after De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings made a t...
Amiliano Fragoso

NBA Western Conference over/under predictions for the 2023-24 regular season

The NBA is back, kicking off Tuesday night with two marquee Western Conference matchups. Before then, let's predict the West over/unders.
6 months ago
Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown shouts to his team during their game against the Portland Tr...
Brenden Nunes

Mike Brown emphasizes the importance of embracing your role

Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown shared the process of defining roles throughout the season, why embracing them is crucial, and more.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings talks to Trey Lyles #...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings announce opening night roster

Basketball is back! The Sacramento Kings have announced its opening night roster for the 2023-24 regular season.
6 months ago
Davion Mitchell #15 of the Sacramento Kings drives on Dario Saric #20 of the Golden State Warriors ...
Brenden Nunes

Davion Mitchell showcased his improved shot in preseason

Sacramento Kings guard Davion Mitchell emphasized improving his shot over the offseason. His time spent in the gym was apparent in preseason.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 11: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings shoots the ball agai...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Keegan Murray on his ‘aggressive’ approach to Year 2

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray met with the media on Sunday to discuss his aggressive approach to his second year in the NBA.
6 months ago
PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 31: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings dribbles during the fourth q...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings pick up options on Murray, Mitchell & Duarte

The Sacramento Kings are picking up Keegan Murray's third-year option and fourth-year options on Davion Mitchell and Chris Duarte.
6 months ago
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Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings unveil 2023-24 Nike City Edition Uniforms

The Sacramento Kings unveiled their 2023-24 Nike City Edition jerseys during Saturday's Fan Fest at Golden 1 Center.
6 months ago
Head coach Mike Brown of the Sacramento Kings talks with his player Domantas Sabonis #10 against th...
Brenden Nunes

Anthony Slater thinks the Sacramento Kings can win the Pacific Divison

Anthony Slater, of The Athletic, joined The Drive Guys to discuss his recent prediction that Sacramento will win their division.
6 months ago
Brandon Sampson #0 of the LSU Tigers dribbles down the court during a game against the Arkansas Raz...
Brenden Nunes

Report: Stockton Kings acquire returning player rights to Brandon Sampson

The Stockton Kings announced that they have traded Ade Murkey to the Wisconsin Herd in exchange for Brandon Sampson and a second-round pick.
6 months ago
Andre Iguodala #9 of the Golden State Warriors cheers on his team after a basket against the San An...
Brenden Nunes

Report: Andre Iguodala announces his NBA retirement

After 19 seasons in the NBA and four NBA Champions, Andre Iguodala has officially announced his retirement.
6 months ago
Colby Jones #20 of the Sacramento Kings poses for a portrait during the 2023 NBA rookie photo shoot...
Brenden Nunes

Four Takeaways: Colby Jones continues to impress in preseason

The Sacramento Kings won their preseason finale against the Utah Jazz on Thursday night. The second unit impressed, particularly Colby Jones.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 02: Jaylen Nowell #35 of the Sacramento Kings poses for a photo at...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings waive guard Jaylen Nowell

The Sacramento Kings have waived guard Jaylen Nowell to open up a roster spot as the team heads into the regular season.
6 months ago
SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 15: Alex Len #25 and Colby Jones #20 of the Sacramento Kings look on durin...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Colby Jones continues push for rotation spot as Kings beat Jazz

The Sacramento Kings picked up a win to end the preseason behind rookie guard Colby Jones' 19-point performance.
6 months ago
A Chick-fil-A meal is displayed at a Chick-fil-A restaurant....
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Kings announce new partnership with local Chick-fil-A restaurants

The Sacramento Kings have partnered with local Chick-fil-A restaurants to offer fans a chance at a free sandwich on select game days.
6 months ago
Harrison Barnes #40 of the Sacramento Kings shoots over Talen Horton-Tucker #0 of the Utah Jazz dur...
BEN ANDERSON KSL Sports

Utah Jazz to rest veterans in preseason finale against Kings

The Utah Jazz plan to rest several veteran starters in their preseason finale against the Sacramento Kings Thursday night.
6 months ago
Davion Mitchell #15 of the Sacramento Kings drives on Dario Saric #20 of the Golden State Warriors ...
Brenden Nunes

Four Takeaways: Promising flashes of improvement from Davion Mitchell and Keegan Murray

The Sacramento Kings fell to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night, but Davion Mitchell and Keegan Murray had encouraging moments.
6 months ago
Steph Curry #30 of the Golden State Warriors shoots and makes a three-point shot over De'Aaron Fox ...
Joseph Jarosz

Sam Amick believes Steph Curry, Warriors are not taking the Kings lightly

The Athletic's Sam Amick explains why he believes the Kings and Steph Curry will be linked until the latter retires.
6 months ago