Mark Jones thinks Zach LaVine can make this Kings offense even better

The Sacramento Kings have a new identity heading into the second half of the regular season, and all eyes will be on star forward Zach LaVine as the Beam Team chases a postseason berth.

Mark Jones, Kings play-by-play broadcaster for NBC Sports California, stopped by The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to share his thoughts on why the LaVine acquisition can make Sacramento’s top-ten-ranked offense even better, explain why the Kings have the potential to improve on the defensive end, and much more.

Be sure to check out the entire interview with Mark Jones on the Sactown Sports 1140 YouTube page.

Topics Discussed

• Can Sacramento’s defense take strides forward during the final stretch?
• “I think if we can get our defense into the top 12, we have a chance to get into [the sixth seed in the West.]”
• The Kings may be able to improve even more on the offensive end as Zach LaVine becomes more comfortable with his new team.
• Jones on LaVine: “He’s very analytical. He always wants to do the right thing and do it the right way.”
• Diving into Jimmy Butler’s fit with the Golden State Warriors

Listen to The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross from 6 – 10 a.m. PST, Monday through Friday, on Sactown Sports 1140.

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Following a lengthy All-Star break, the Sacramento Kings are set to begin a playoff push this weekend.

The Athletic’s Sam Amick joined The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross to share his thoughts on where things stand with Sacramento following the trade deadline acquisition of Zach LaVine, contemplate if they have what it takes to snag an NBA Playoff spot, and much more.

Plus, Amick shares intel from around the league on Luka Doncic’s fit in Los Angeles, Jimmy Butler’s arrival in Golden State, and much more.

Amick: The Sacramento Kings are an intriguing team to watch down the final stretch

Upcoming schedule for the Zach LaVine & the Sacramento Kings

• Friday, February 21st – vs. Golden State Warriors – 7:00 PM PT
• Monday, February 24th – vs. Charlotte Hornets – 7:00 PM PT
• Wednesday, February 26th – @ Utah Jazz – 6:00 PM PT
• Saturday, March 1st – @ Houston Rockets – 5:00 PM PT
• Monday, March 3rd – @ Dallas Mavericks – 5:30 PM PT
• Wednesday, March 5th – @ Denver Nuggets – 6:00 PM PT

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