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Kings Locked Into 5th: A Historical Perspective on the Lottery Slot

The Sacramento Kings received their first major news of the offseason yesterday, losing the tiebreaker to the Utah Jazz and officially falling to the fifth spot in the NBA draft lottery.

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Ranking the Most Disappointing Kings Players This Season

The Sacramento Kings entered the 2025–26 season with hopes of stabilizing after a chaotic year, but instead found themselves near the bottom of the Western Conference and out of playoff contention.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 20

What Happens Next if the Kings Trade Domantas Sabonis

The Sacramento Kings were expected to have a very busy 2026 trade deadline, but after only parting with Dennis Schroder, Keon Ellis, and Dario Saric, many fans were left disappointed.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 20

Kings' Draft Lottery Odds Become Official After Tiebreaker

In an offseason that will be defined by ping pong balls and an all-important draft day selection, the Sacramento Kings received unfortunate news leading up to the NBA draft lottery, as they lost the tiebreaker and dropped to the fifth spot in the standings.

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The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz

How many of the players with the most points in their NBA debut for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most NBA Playoff wins' quiz

The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

Scott Perry News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 20

Kings Have Clear Priority in Rebuilding Roster, GM Scott Perry Admits

Despite having one of the oldest rosters in the NBA, the Sacramento Kings finished the 2025-26 season tied for last place in the Western Conference with a 22-60 record.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Most Glaring Roster Hole Kings Must Fill This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings head into the offseason with a clear and pressing need that could define the franchise's direction for years to come. While the roster has shown flashes of promise and competitiveness, the lack of a long-term answer at point guard remains the most glaring hole.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Sacramento Kings NBA Draft Big Board: Top Nine Targets

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie recently spoke about the importance of fit over talent when building a team, and he has a point. The only case where fit doesn’t necessarily supersede talent is when teams are drafting a player to be their focal point.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Kings Trade Chips Who Could Be Moved This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings are heading into a pivotal 2026 offseason, and arguably their most important in recent memory. Not only will the 2026 NBA Draft alter the future of the franchise, but general manager Scott Perry is expected to be busy on the trade market as well.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 18

Kings Reportedly Discussed Trade for Miami Heat All-Star

The Sacramento Kings might have finished their 2025-26 campaign in last place in the Western Conference with 60 losses, but as the NBA playoffs tip off on Saturday, they are in the exact same position as 13 other teams in the league: sitting at home on their couch.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 18

11 Former Sacramento Kings Players to Watch in NBA Playoffs

Sitting tied for last place in the Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings ended their 2025-26 campaign with a 22-60 record. This was the fourth-worst winning percentage in a season in franchise history.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

The Stat That Defined the Kings’ Season: Zero 20-Point Wins

It's no secret that the Sacramento Kings had a down year. They finished 22-60, tied with the Utah Jazz for the fourth-worst record in the league, and are awaiting their fate from the ping pong balls on May 10th for the NBA Draft Lottery.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Ja Morant News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

Are the Kings a Realistic Trade Destination for Ja Morant?

After finishing their 2025-26 season with a 22-60 record, the Sacramento Kings are desperate to turn things around moving forward. General manager Scott Perry suggests that it might be a long process, but there are some ways they could speed up the rebuild phase.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

Kings' Official Draft Strategy Is Exactly What Fans Needed to Hear

The Sacramento Kings are entering a pivotal offseason, and much of the attention is centered on the upcoming NBA Draft, where the team is expected to hold a high lottery pick.

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The 'Playoff debut scoring-record by team' quiz

The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

The 'Stanley Cup Playoff hat-tricks' quiz

The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

Russell Westbrook News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Russell Westbrook grabs attention with message after 18th season

The Sacramento Kings’ 2025-26 season may have come to a disappointing end as they missed the playoffs for the third consecutive season. But one of the big storylines coming out of the end of the Kings season is what does the future hold for Russell Westbrook.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Doug Christie Speaks on Kings' Need for Fit Over Talent

The Sacramento Kings enter the offseason with more questions than answers, and a cap sheet that's going to make it difficult for Scott Perry to make any substantial moves.

Nique Clifford News / The Lead / April 16

Nique Clifford Is Making a Bigger Impact Than You Would Think for Kings

Nique Clifford’s impact does not immediately show up in the standings, but his advanced numbers make it difficult to ignore. When Clifford is on the floor, the Sacramento Kings are significantly more competitive.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Russell Westbrook's Kings Future Gets Promising Update From GM Scott Perry

When no other team in the NBA was willing to give him a chance, the Sacramento Kings swooped in and signed future Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook to a one-year deal last offseason.

Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings open to bringing back Russell Westbrook

Bringing back Russell Westbrook is on the table in Sacramento, and it sounds like the interest goes both ways. “Russell’s always welcome with me,” Kings GM Scott Perry said, per Tristi Rodriguez of NBC Bay Area.

Doug Christie News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings’ Doug Christie earns support as another big offseason awaits

Kings coach Doug Christie is sticking around, and player development played a big role in that decision, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 14

Kings’ TV play-by-play man Kyle Draper says contract won’t be renewed

Kings play-by-play man Kyle Draper won’t be returning for a seventh season, he announced on social media. That news came quickly, just two days after the regular season ended.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Analysis Network / April 14

Sacramento Kings stuck with costly roster and no clear path forward for the offseason

The Sacramento Kings built a roster that does not align with any competitive timeline, and the result is a team that cannot realistically improve without a full reset.

NBA News / Yardbarker / April 14

The 2025-26 Bob Sura All-Stars

Let’s take a look at the 4th annual Bob Sura All Stars.

More change coming for Bucks as Doc Rivers steps aside

Giannis Antetokounmpo reignites trade rumors after Bucks' season finale

The 'NBA's 30-point teenagers' quiz

Russell Westbrook News / EssentiallySports / April 14

Russell Westbrook Hints at Key Factor in Next Team Decision Over Ring Chase

Year after year, talks revolve around legacy. NBA players are inclined to choose winning over comfort. But for Russell Westbrook, the system almost ostracised him before the Sacramento Kings stepped in.

Doug Christie News / Larry Brown Sports / April 12