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Kevin Durant backs up Jaylen Brown in the post....
Arizona Sports

Report: Kevin Durant tells Nets owner to pick him or coach, GM

Brooklyn Nets forward Kevin Durant reportedly met with team owner Joe Tsai in London on Saturday and reiterated his trade request, although with a caveat. The Athletic’s Shams Charania reports Durant told Tsai he does not believe in the team’s current trajectory but told the owner that Tsai must choose between him or the leadership duo […]
2 years ago
Forward Kent Bazemore warms up for the Los Angeles Lakers....
Joseph Jarosz

Kent Bazemore Signs Contract To Return With Sacramento Kings, Reports Say

The Sacramento Kings have agreed to a one-year contract with free-agent forward Kent Bazemore to return to the team.
2 years ago
Steve Kerr and Mike Brown on the sidelines....
Joseph Jarosz

Steve Kerr Says “We’re Going To Miss Mike” In Interview With The Athletic

 In an interview with The Athletic's Anthony Slater, Kerr spoke about changes to his coaching staff and how he's going to miss Mike Brown.
2 years ago
Bill Russell waves to fans at an NBA game....
Joseph Jarosz

NBA Legend Bill Russell Passes Away At 88

NBA Legend Bill Russell died Sunday, according to a statement made by his family. Russell, best known for his time with the Boston Celtics, finished his coaching career with the Sacramento Kings during the 1987-88 season. He finished with a 17-41 record. Bill Russell won eight straight titles with the Boston Celtics and 11 total […]
2 years ago
Matthew Dellavedova holds the ball during the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifier match...
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Kings Sign Guard Matthew Dellavedova

The Sacramento Kings have added a veteran guard to its roster. Matthew Dellavedova has signed with the Sacramento Kings, the team announced on social media Friday. The terms of the contract have not yet been released. Delly worked out for team officials in early July. Dellavedova spent last season playing with Melbourne United in Australia. […]
2 years ago
Keegan Murray passes the ball during a summer league game....
Joseph Jarosz

Keegan Murray Recovering Following Minor Surgery

Kings rookie Keegan Murray is recovering following minor surgery on his wrist. News of the surgery came out Thursday. The procedure was first reported by James Ham and confirmed by the Sacramento Kings. Sources say recovery should be quick and Murray is not expected to miss any basketball activities. Murray was pictured with a wrap/brace on […]
2 years ago
SACRAMENTO, CA - JULY 27: Keko #7 of the Sacramento Republic FC celebrates their victory after a U....
Joseph Jarosz

Where Does Republic FC’s Win Rank Amongst The Biggest Sports Moments In Sacramento

What are the biggest sports moments to happen in Sacramento? The Sacramento Republic FC's win over Sporting KC is definitely one of them.
2 years ago
50 Cent on stage in Paris....
Joseph Jarosz

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson Lands Partnership Deal With Sacramento Kings

Rapper 50 Cent is now a part of the King’s path. Or at least, his wine and spirits company and charity are. The two announced a partnership Wednesday morning, as Sire Spirits “becomes the official premium champagne partner with their award-winning Le Chemin du Roi (fittingly translated as The Kings Path), a proud spirits partner […]
2 years ago
Mark Jones in the announcing booth....
Joseph Jarosz

Mark Jones Discusses Keegan Murray’s Summer On The Carmichael Dave Show With Jason Ross

Mark Jones, one half of the voice of the Sacramento Kings, joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross, on Wednesday morning as he cools down from a busy summer with the Sacramento Kings and being an announcer for the NBA’s Summer League. Topics discussed include: Kyler Murray’s contract stipulation compared to “Broadway” Joe Namath’s […]
2 years ago
Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo talk on the sidelines....
Joseph Jarosz

SiriusXM’s Sean O’Connell Believes 49ers Should Have Stuck With Jimmy G

Is Donovan Mitchell the best player on a championship team? That was one of the questions that came up as Zakariah, filling in for Dave and Jason on The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross, spoke with PFL [The Professional Fighters League] play-by-play announcer and former MMA fighter Sean O’Connell about everything filling the sports airwaves […]
2 years ago
Donovan Mitchell dribbling the ball on a basketball court....
Joseph Jarosz

Sacramento Kings Tied To Latest Donovan Mitchell Trade Rumors

The latest Donovan Mitchell trade rumors are now connecting the Utah Jazz star to Sacramento. That’s according to a new report that lists the Sacramento Kings in the mix for the perennial All-Star as it looks like the Jazz are set to rebuild. The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Monday that along with the New York […]
2 years ago
Kevin Durant backs up Jaylen Brown in the post....
Kevin Zimmerman, Arizona Sports

Celtics Reportedly In Kevin Durant Trade Mix Dangling Jaylen Brown

The Phoenix Suns might be among the favorite landing spots for Kevin Durant, who is seeking a trade from the Brooklyn Nets. But from the Nets’ perspective, the Boston Celtics might lead the handful of teams in the conversation for acquiring the star when it comes to the trade package they have to offer. According […]
2 years ago
Coach Mike Brown yelling on the sidelines...
Joseph Jarosz

Mike Brown Says He’s “Excited At The Direction” The Kings Are Heading

Mike Brown joined Jim Rome on The Jim Rome Show Wednesday to discuss his plans for the Sacramento Kings, the roster, and if the arena can feel like the early 2000s playoff games.
2 years ago
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 12: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings looks on during the first ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Basketball Insiders’ Jabari Davis Thinks That The Sacramento Kings Could Be Play-In Bound In 2022-23

As we enter the ‘slow’ portion of the NBA offseason, there is no shortage of storylines around the league. Basketball Insiders’ Jabari Davis joined Cattles & Ramie on Wednesday afternoon to discuss a variety of NBA-related topics, including Russell Westbrook’s situation in Los Angeles, James Harden’s new deal in Philadelphia, and the current state of […]
2 years ago
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Frankie Cartoscelli

Return of the Roar: Summer League Recap & State of the Roster

Chris Watkins and Frankie Cartoscelli recapped their Las Vegas Summer League experience, looked back on Murray's incredible MVP run, and contemplated where this current Kings roster stands in the Western Conference.
2 years ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - JULY 09: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings walks on the court during a ...
Frankie Cartoscelli

NBA.com’s Steve Aschburner Talks Sacramento Kings, NBA Offseason & More With Ramie Makhlouf

Aschburner joined Cattles & Ramie on Tuesday afternoon to discuss the moves that Kings general manager Monte McNair has made to upgrade the roster, break down standout rookie Keegan Murray's impressive performance during NBA Summer League, and look around the NBA at some developing storylines.
2 years ago
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Frankie Cartoscelli

NBA Summer League Roundup: Top-5 Picks

Keegan Murray is Summer League MVP. How did Murray's fellow 2022 top-five picks fare during play in Las Vegas?
2 years ago
BILBAO, SPAIN - MAY 08: Chima Moneke (Baxi Manresa) looks on during the Basketball Champions League...
Frankie Cartoscelli

UC Davis Broadcaster Scott Marsh Breaks Down New Sacramento Kings Forward Chima Moneke & More With Jason Ross

Marsh joined the show to break down Moneke's game, reflect on the forward's tenure with the Aggies and contemplate what he can bring to this Kings team that has sorely lacked a defensive identity.
2 years ago
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Frankie Cartoscelli

Keegan Murray Named To All-NBA Summer League First Team

The 'Summer of Murray' has ended with quite the exclamation point.
2 years ago
Keegan Murray after a play during NBA Summer League....
Frankie Cartoscelli

King Keegan: Murray Named MVP Of Las Vegas Summer League

Sacramento Kings rookie Keegan Murray has been named MVP of the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League
2 years ago
Keegan Murray passes the ball during a summer league game....
Frankie Cartoscelli

Double-Trouble: Murray Posts Double-Double During Kings’ Win Over Suns

Keegan Murray has delivered one of the most memorable Summer League performances from any Kings rookie in recent memory.
2 years ago
ATHENS, GREECE - MARCH 17: Sasha Vezenkov, #14 of Olympiacos Piraeus react during the Turkish Airli...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sasha Vezenkov To Remain In Greece For 2022-23 Season

After nearly a month of speculation, the mystery surrounding Bulgarian forward Sasha Vezenkov’s future has been resolved. According to FOX 40’s Sean Cunningham, the 26-year-old will remain in Greece for the 2022-23 season, where he will play for his EuroLeague club, Olympiacos B.C. After the Sacramento Kings acquired Vezenkov’s NBA rights during a draft day […]
2 years ago
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 17: KZ Okpala #11 of the Miami Heat in action against the Orlando Magic...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Sacramento Kings Reach Agreement With Forward KZ Okpala

The Sacramento Kings have reached an agreement with forward KZ Okpala on a two-year deal, per Chris Haynes of Yahoo! Sports.
2 years ago
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - JULY 05: Keegan Murray #13 of the Sacramento Kings drives to the basket...
Frankie Cartoscelli

Report: Keegan Murray To Play On Friday vs Phoenix

Sacramento's impressive rookie will suit up for at least one more game this summer.
2 years ago