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The Matt George Podcast

Sactown Sports is proud to welcome Matt George back as the host of Matt George Podcast, a daily podcast dedicated to the Sacramento Kings. Hosted by longtime Kings observer and credentialed NBA reporter Matt George, his podcast delivers informed analysis, real reporting, and thoughtful conversation around everything happening with the Kings—on and off the court. Matt George's Podcast is a podcast built for Kings fans who want depth, context, and insight--not just headlines.
August 23, 2026

Is the "Keegan Murray, Top Scorer" Dream Over?

Matt George & ABC 10's Kevin John discuss Keegan Murray beginning the first season of his new contract and if the offensive expectations have changed after four seasons.   (30:22)
August 19, 2026

Zach LaVine's In-Season Trade Value for the Sacramento Kings

Matt George & Chris Watkins discuss Zach LaVine's fit with the Sacramento Kings next season, and what kind of trade value the Kings could hope to get for LaVine at the trade deadline.   (42:05)
August 15, 2026

The Sacramento Kings (and NBA) Have Forgotten How Good Malik Monk Is

Matt George shares how he believes Malik Monk is being wrongfully excluded from the Sacramento Kings' future, and how he can help the Kings this season by getting back to his Beam Team role.   (20:46)
August 12, 2026

Russell Westbrook Chooses Retiremento Over a Sacramento Kings Return

Matt George reacts to Russell Westbrook's retirement announcement, after he was reportedly offered deals from the Sacramento Kings & Washington Wizards.   (27:03)
August 8, 2026

Bring Back the Sacramento Kings Beam Team Offense!

Matt George & Brenden Nunes discuss the possibility of the Sacramento Kings bringing back the origional Beam Team offense with this year's team.   (30:44)
August 4, 2026

If the Sacramento Kings Do This, It Won't Make Any Sense!

Matt George and Chris Watkins discuss the possibility of Doug Christie being fired as head coach during the season after the Sacramento Kings committed to him this summer.   (31:24)
August 1, 2026

Nobody Believes in the Sacramento Kings!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings being projected as the worst team in the NBA next season. Plus his theory on how Dylan Cardwell could play more than Maxime Raynaud to start the season.   (23:54)
July 21, 2026

REPORT: The Sacramento Kings DON'T WANT Russell Westbrook. What About Mario Hezonja?

Matt George shares his thoughts on Jake Fischer's report that the Sacramento Kings don't want Russell Westbrook back, plus what he's heard about the rumored Kings connection to Mario Hezonja.   (19:53)
July 14, 2026

Brooklyn Bullies the Sacramento Kings in Summer League

Matt George reacts to the Kings' blowout loss at the hands of the Brooklyn Nets, who completely bullied Sacramento from the start, despite good games from Darius Acuff Jr and Emanuel Sharp.   (25:53)
July 12, 2026

Maxime Raynaud Returns, Darius Acuff Jr Struggles vs AJ Dybantsa in NBA Summer League

Matt George reacts to the good from Maxime Raynaud, and the struggles of Darius Acuff Jr, in the Sacramento Kings' first loss of the summer.   (25:06)
July 9, 2026

The Sacramento Kings' Bright Future SHINED in Las Vegas Summer League

Matt George shares all of the great moments and inspiring performances from the Sacramento Kings' Las Vegas Summer League opener vs the Clippers.   (22:33)
July 6, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Waive DeMar DeRozan, Go 3-0 in the California Classic

Matt George reacts to the expected news of the Sacramento Kings waiving veteran DeMar DeRozan. Plus, Darius Acuff Jr and the Kings finish the California Classic with a 3-0 record.   (25:07)
July 4, 2026

Nique Clifford Hits a GAME WINNER in Darius Acuff Jr's Sacramento Kings Debut

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' California Classic victory over the Brooklyn Nets, where Darius Acuff Jr scored 25 points, and Nique Clifford hit the game winner.   (20:43)
June 30, 2026

Jalen Duren Wants To Play for the Sacramento Kings, But Does It Matter?

Matt George breaks down the reports around Jalen Duren meeting with the Sacramento Kings. Plus, Precious Achiuwa returns on a new two-year deal.   (23:20)
June 29, 2026

Kings Trade Devin Carter After Zach LaVine Picks Up His Player Option

Matt George reacts to this busy Monday in Sacramento, from Zach LaVine picking up his $49M player option to the Kings trading Devin Carter to Atlanta, plus the Kings rookie introductory press conference.   (26:28)
June 26, 2026

This is Why the Sacramento Kings NAILED the NBA Draft

Matt George breaks down the reason why the Sacramento Kings nailed this draft, and how it should give Kings fans hope for the future.   (27:57)
June 23, 2026

Darius Acuff Jr & the Sacramento Kings Were Always Meant To Be

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings selecting Darius Acuff Jr with the 7th overall pick, and the road over the last few months that led us here.   (28:16)
June 22, 2026

The FINAL 2026 NBA Mock Draft!

Matt George & Chris Watkins break down what they think will happen with the top 10 picks on the eve of the 2026 NBA Draft.   (43:01)
June 19, 2026

The Detroit Pistons are Interested in Zach LaVine

Matt George & Locked On Pistons host Ku Kahil react to Jake Fischer's report that the Detroit Pistons are interested in aquiring Zach LaVine. But how would this deal get done?   (24:14)
June 17, 2026

The Sacramento Kings AREN'T INTERESTED in TRADING UP in the NBA Draft?

Matt George reacts to the latest reports on the Sacramento Kings' potential draft strategy from Jeremy Woo of ESPN.   (21:20)
June 13, 2026

Mike Brown's New York Knicks are NBA CHAMPIONS!

Matt George celebrates former Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown winning the NBA Finals with the New York Knicks.   (22:24)
June 11, 2026

Sacramento Kings Fans are Giving Up on Domantas Sabonis Too Soon

Matt George & Chris Watkins discuss if the Sacramento Kings, and Kings fans, are too willing to move on from Domantas Sabonis, especially with the new draft lottery system.   (31:55)
June 8, 2026

Is Darius Acuff Jr's Defense is as Bad as it Looks?

Matt George and Chris Watkins discuss the defensive concerns about Darius Acuff Jr and how much that should sway their decision to draft him with the 7th pick in the NBA Draft.   (36:31)
June 4, 2026

Matt George's Wife Knows More About the Sacramento Kings than He Does

Matt George's wife, Brittany, claims that his job is easy. So, she takes over the show to answer some of your Sacramento Kings questions.   (39:16)
June 1, 2026

The Knicks vs Spurs NBA Finals is Good for the Kings!? (Seriously)

Matt George reacts to the embarassment of De'Aaron Fox's San Antonio Spurs vs Mike Brown's New York Knicks making it to the NBA Finals, and why it's actually a good thing for the ...   (29:52)
May 28, 2026

What Are the Top Six Teams in the NBA Draft Thinking?

Matt George is joined by experts from each of the six team picking ahead of the Sacramento Kings in the 2026 NBA Draft.   (46:28)
May 25, 2026

Should the Sacramento Kings Take a Risk or Play It Safe in the 2026 NBA Draft?

Matt George & SacTown Sports' Brenden Nunest debate if the Sacramento Kings should look to make a big swing on draft night, or target "safer" players with higher floors.   (29:36)
May 20, 2026

Sacramento Kings Center Maxime Raynaud Named to All-Rookie 2nd Team!

Matt George celebrates 42nd overall pick Maxime Raynaud being named to the all-rookie 2nd team after his fantastic 2025-2026 season.   (20:08)
May 14, 2026

Why the Sacramento Kings Could Be Darius Acuff Jr's Preferred Team

Matt George shares why he believes Darius Acuff Jr is at the top of the Sacramento Kings' draft board currently, and why Acuff may prefer to fall to the Kings at 7.   (24:22)
May 12, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Need to Do THIS on NBA Draft Night!

Matt George shares his idea for how the Sacramento Kings can move up in the draft, involving a trade with the LA Clippers.   (20:54)
May 10, 2026

Draft Lottery Disaster for the Sacramento Kings

Matt George instantly reacts to the Sacramento Kings falling to 7th in the NBA Draft Lottery.   (16:41)
May 7, 2026

If the Sacramento Kings Don't Win the NBA Draft Lottery, Who Would They Want to Win?

Matt George reached out to friends from the markets of the other top draft lottery odds teams, to find out what they are thinking about the top players in this draft.   (24:07)
May 6, 2026

A Ja Morant, Zach LaVine Trade? The Memphis Grizzlies Would Consider It

Matt George teams up with Locked On Grizzlies host Joe Mullinax to discuss a potential Ja Morant for Zach LaVine swap this summer.   (30:49)
May 4, 2026

The NEW NBA Draft Lottery Would Be Good for the Sacramento Kings?

Matt George and Chris Watkins break down the new proposed NBA Draft Lottery system and why it could be great for both the NBA and the Sacramento Kings.   (31:35)
April 29, 2026

Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry Faces Constricted Offseason

Matt George and SI's Will Z team up for a podcast breaking down Scott Perry's difficult offseason ahead and lessons to be learned from his 2nd offseason as the GM of the New York Knicks.   (29:23)
April 25, 2026

Is Having Fun While Losing a Good Thing? - Building Sacramento Kings Culture

Matt George & SacTown Sports' Allen Stiles talk about Precious Achiuwa's recent comments on The Old Man And The Three podcast, talking about how much fun the Kings had together despite their 22-60 record.   (32:57)
April 20, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Lose Their Draft Lottery "Coin Flip". What Does It Mean?

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings losing their draft lottery tie-breaker "coin flip" to the Utah Jazz. What does it mean for their draft lottery odds?   (27:03)
April 17, 2026

The 2025-2026 Sacramento Kings Season Didn't Have to Happen

Matt George, Brenden Nunes & Chris Watkins recap a challenging season of Sacramento Kings basketball, that did not have to be that way.   (34:46)
April 15, 2026

Talent vs Sacrifice - Sacramento Kings Exit Interviews

The first of a series of podcast episodes breaking down the best comments and biggest takeaways from Sacramento Kings exit interviews.   (27:40)
April 12, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Commit to Doug Christie as Their Brutal Season Comes to an End

Matt George reacts to the news that Doug Christie will remain the head coach of the Sacramento Kings, after their brutal 60-loss season comes to an end.   (29:19)
April 10, 2026

The Sacramento Kings vs the Golden State Warriors Never Disappoints!

Matt George reacts to the final home game of the season for the Sacramento Kings, where they defeated the Golden State Warriors in a chippy, entertaining battle.   (28:04)
April 8, 2026

The Context Behind the NBA's Dumbest Investigation

Matt George breaks down the intentional foul incident at the end of Tuesday night's Kings vs Warriors game, where misinformation has spread over social media to the point where the Kings are being investigated for tanking.   (22:35)
April 7, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Are Playing WAY BETTER Basketball Compared to Early in the Season

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' hard-fought loss to the Golden State Warriors, where the young Kings continue to play significantly better basketball than when they started the season.   (26:06)
April 3, 2026

A Very Special Sports Night in Sacramento

Matt George reflects on the night of Friday, April 3rd, when the Sacramento Kings lit the Beam while the Athletics defeated the Houston Astros at Sutter Health Park.   (18:22)
April 1, 2026

Hopefully DeMar DeRozan's VINTAGE Toronto Performance Doesn't Come Back to Haunt the Sacramento Kings

Matt George reacts to a very impressive, but potentially costly, Sacramento Kings win over DeMar DeRozan's former team, the Toronto Raptors.   (25:01)
March 29, 2026

The Sacramento Kings are BACK IN THE MIX

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' loss to the Brooklyn Nets, putting them back in the mix for the top NBA Draft Lottery odds.   (23:55)
March 26, 2026

Daeqwon Plowden's Future and Sacramento Kings Offseason Trades

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' loss in Orlando, discusses if Daeqwon Plowden will get a full roster spot next season, and how Scott Perry should approach offseason trades.   (24:33)
March 24, 2026

What the Reported Sacramento Kings Interest in Darius Acuff Jr. Does & DOES NOT Mean

Matt George responds to all of the speculation after his report this week that the Sacramento Kings "love" NBA Draft prospect Darius Acuff Jr.   (27:10)
March 22, 2026

Malik Monk Powers Sacramento Kings Past Tanking Brooklyn Nets

Matt George reacts to Malik Monk's 32-point performance in the Sacramento Kings' win over the Brooklyn Nets, which could solidify their spot with the 4th best draft lottery odds.   (24:54)
March 19, 2026

Dennis Schroder Says the Sacramento Kings Didn't Keep Their Word

Matt George reacts to recent comments by former Sacramento King Dennis Schroder on a german podcast. Plus, Kings lose to the 76ers while Maxime Raynaud shines again.   (26:46)
March 17, 2026

Spurs Manhandle Kings in De'Aaron Fox's TRUE Return to Sacramento

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' blowout loss at the hands of De'Aaron Fox and the San Antonio Spurs.   (28:06)
March 15, 2026

Doug Christie Says the Sacramento Kings Will NEVER Tank!

Matt George reacts to another Sacramento Kings win, which officially knocks them out of the top draft lottery spots.   (25:05)
March 14, 2026

Good Win? Or Bad? The Sacramento Kings Conundrum

Matt George reacts to a very impressive Sacramento Kings win in LA over the Clippers, that could have a really bad impact on the draft lottery.   (22:33)
March 13, 2026

Why the Sacramento Kings Should Draft Cam Boozer!

Matt George is joined by No Ceilings NBA Draft analyst Nick Agar-Johnson, who believes Duke's Cam Boozer is the perfect pick for the Sacramento Kings.   (28:43)
March 10, 2026

Devin Carter Leads the Sacramento Kings to an Epic 4th Quarter Comeback Win

Matt George breaks down Devin Carter's heroic 4th quarter, leading to the Sacramento Kings' home win over the Indiana Pacers. But what implications does it have on the tank?   (22:49)
March 8, 2026

Vintage Russell Westbrook Leads Sacramento Kings to NEEDED Home Win

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' first home win since January, led by Russell Westbrook's triple-double, Maxime Raynaud's dominance in the paint, and sixth man Malik Monk.   (26:49)
March 5, 2026

Responding to Russell Westbrook's Comments Directed At Matt George and the Sacramento Media

Matt George responds to Russell Westbrook's comments directed towards him and other media members after the Sacramento Kings' loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.   (26:40)
March 4, 2026

The Sacramento Kings' Outdated Offense Need An Upgrade

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' loss to the Phoenix Suns and their outdated offense that desperately needs to improve three-point shooting.   (26:08)
March 1, 2026

Sacramento Kings Rookie Nique Clifford is Starting to Figure Things Out!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' loss to the Lakers, where Nique Clifford continued his stretch of good games and led the team in scoring.   (26:43)
February 26, 2026

Now THAT Was Sacramento Kings Basketball Worth Getting Excited About

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' impressive win in Dallas, led by the young guys playing the right way.   (26:19)
February 25, 2026

Keegan Murry is Hurt AGAIN! Time to Shut Him Down?

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' blowout loss in Houston, where Keegan Murray re-injured his left ankle.   (27:27)
February 23, 2026

The Sacramento Kings FINALLY Won a Game! 16-Game Losing Streak Snapped!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' first win since January 16th and first road win since December 6th.   (30:01)
February 21, 2026

Impressive Games for Maxime Raynaud & Keegan Murray in San Antonio

Matt George reacts to the positives in the Sacramento Kings' 16th straight loss, including the play of Maxime Raynaud and Keegan Murray against the San Antonio Spurs.   (24:36)
February 19, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Have Literally NEVER BEEN WORSE

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' historic 15th straight loss, once again in blowout fashion, inside the Golden 1 Center.   (26:11)
February 18, 2026

Is Doug Christie the Right Coach for the Rebuild in Sacramento?

Matt George& Chris Watkins discuss the importance of the rest of this season for Doug Christie's future in Sacramento to determine if he's the right head coach for the rebuild.   (36:27)
February 17, 2026

What is the Point of the Rest of This Sacramento Kings Season?

Matt George and Chris Watkins discuss NBA All-Star weekend, and how the Sacramento Kings can make the rest of this rough season matter.   (34:22)
February 11, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Get Blown Out In Front of AJ Dybantsa

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' 2nd straight blowout loss heading into the all-star break, except this one was in front of a top draft prospect.   (24:04)
February 9, 2026

The Longest Losing Streak in SACRAMENTO Kings History

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' 13th straight loss, setting a new record for longest single-season losing streak in the Sacramento era.   (21:27)
February 7, 2026

Why the Ending of Kings vs Cavaliers PISSED ME OFF

Matt George reacts to the fun battle between the Sacramento Kings vs Cleveland Cavaliers being ruined by how the game ended.   (22:47)
February 6, 2026

The Young Players Made Sacramento Kings Basketball Fun Again

Matt George shares why he had fun despite the Sacramento Kings losing their 11th straight game. Plus, reaction to general manager Scott Perry's press conference.   (28:20)
February 5, 2026

Another Quiet Sacramento Kings Trade Deadline Leaves Fans Frustrated

Matt George & Brenden Nunes react to the Sacramento Kings' quiet trade deadline day and the fan frustration that followed.   (34:37)
February 4, 2026

Jonathan Kuminga Watch Has Come To An End in Sacramento

Matt George reacts to the Golden State Warriors trading Jonathan Kuminga to the Atlanta Hawks, while the Sacramento Kings lost their 10th straight game against the Memphis Grizzlies.   (27:32)
February 3, 2026

A Domantas Sabonis, Toronto Raptors Trade is So Close, And Yet, So Far

Matt George & Chris Watkins discuss what's holding a potential Domantas Sabonis to the Toronto Raptors trade back. Plus Ja Morant to the Kings rumors, and the incoming debut for De'Andre Hunter.   (38:37)
February 1, 2026

More Moves are Coming for the Sacramento Kings

After their 9th straight loss and Saturday night's trade, more moves are coming for the Sacramento Kings. The question is, will they be at the trade deadline, or this summer?   (25:03)
January 31, 2026

BREAKING: The Sacramento Kings Trade Keon Ellis, Dennis Schroder to the Cleveland Cavaliers for De'Andre Hunter

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers trade, sending Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder to the Cavs and De'Andre Hunter to Sacramento. Dario Saric and two 2nd round picks are headed to the Chicago Bulls.   (21:29)
January 30, 2026

How Should the Sacramento Kings Judge Doug Christie Moving Forward?

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' blowout loss in Boston, and discusses how head coach Doug Christie should be judged between now and the end of his contract.   (27:44)
January 29, 2026

Domantas Sabonis to the Toronto Raptors? The Sacramento Kings Should Make It Happen!

Matt George breaks down the Sacramento Kings' loss to the Philadelphia 76ers and the trade rumors involving Domantas Sabonis and the Toronto Raptors, including the trade package Matt would like to see.   (26:47)
January 28, 2026

Matt George Answers YOUR Sacramento Kings Questions!

Matt George and producer Chris Watkins answer Sacramento Kings fan question from the trade deadline to Devin Carter's playing time and the development of head coach Doug Christie.   (36:36)
January 27, 2026

DeMar DeRozan's Trade Market Can't Really be THIS BAD Right?

Matt George reacts to DeMar DeRozan's big night in the Sacramento Kings' sixth straight loss, and discusses DeRozan's confusingly poor trade market.   (28:17)
January 25, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Have Lost 5 Straight Games 4 Different Times

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' blowout loss in Detroit. Nique Clifford gets to start & shines, while the rookie centers get a good learning opportunity.   (28:19)
January 23, 2026

The Sacramento Kings Bench COMPLETELY BAILS OUT the Starters!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' competitive loss in Cleveland, where the bench brough the Kings back to life after a horrible opening few minutes by the starters.   (28:53)
January 21, 2026

Keon Ellis Might Not Play Another Minute for the Sacramento Kings

Matt George & SacTown Sports' Frankie Cartoscelli discuss Keon Ellis' uncertain future with the trade deadline approaching. Plus, why DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook seem to have a longer leash with Doug Christie than anyone else.   (35:17)
January 20, 2026

How Jimmy Butler's Injury Impacts a Sacramento Kings, Jonathan Kuminga Trade

Matt George discusses the impact of Jimmy Butler's season-ending injury on the Sacramento Kings' chances to land Jonathan Kuminga. Plus, the Kings lose to the Miami Heat.   (32:17)
January 18, 2026

Are the Rookies Showing that the Sacramento Kings Don't Need Domantas Sabonis?

Matt George discusses how Dylan Cardwell and Maxime Raynaud are potentially showing Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry that his vision for the team going forward doesn't need to include Domantas Sabonis.   (32:05)
January 16, 2026

Doug Christie Deserves a Ton of Credit for This...

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' fourth straight win, where Doug Christie handled the return of Domantas Sabonis & Dennis Schroder perfectly.   (27:06)
January 15, 2026

REPORT: The Sacramento Kings are NO LONGER Shopping Malik Monk

Matt George is joined by Chris Watkins and Brenden Nunes to discuss today's report that the Sacramento Kings are no longer shopping Malik Monk and are comfortable keeping him. Is it posturing? Are they trying to move on from someone else?   (38:31)
January 14, 2026

Stop It Kings! Now You're Winning Too Much!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' first three game win streak of the season, spoiling Mike Brown's return to Sacramento while lowering the Kings' draft lottery odds.   (32:50)
January 13, 2026

Mike Brown, Vivek Ranadive and the Fall of The Beam Team

Matt George shares how the fall of the Sacramento Kings began the summer after the 2023 NBA playoffs, when it suddenly became much more difficult for then Kings head coach Mike Brown to do his job.   (29:43)
January 12, 2026

The Sacramento Kings are WRONG About Malik Monk!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings' victory over the Los Angles Lakers, and discusses the perception that the Kings front office is working hard to move on from Malik Monk.   (31:46)
January 11, 2026

The Houston Rockets are the First Team to Lose to the Sacramento Kings Twice!

Matt George reacts to the Sacramento Kings defeating the Houston Rockets for the 2nd time this season. Plus, Scott Perry's approach to a potential Ja Morant trade is perfect!   (31:00)
January 9, 2026

New Sacramento Kings Podcast, Same Jonathan Kuminga Trade Talks!

The Sacramento Kings may have lost to the Golden State Warriors tonight, but they are still winning with their approach to a Jonathan Kuminga trade.   (33:33)
January 7, 2026

Introducing Matt George's Podcast

Sactown Sports is proud to welcome Matt George as the host of a new podcast. Beginning January 9, Matt George hosts his own show. Listen to Matt break down every Sacramento Kings game.   (01:35)