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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 4

One Kings Player Might've Lost His Starting Spot After Free Agency

The Sacramento Kings have not had the offseason some fans were initially expecting. After a successful draft netted them three instant-impact rookies, they have been very quiet in free agency and on the trade market.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

10 Kings Players to Watch for in California Classic Summer League

The Sacramento Kings are gearing up for their first action of the 2026 Summer League on Saturday. For some July 4 basketball fireworks, the Kings are hosting the Brooklyn Nets for a California Classic matchup in Golden 1 Center.

Alex Karaban News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Kings Rookie Alex Karaban Suffers Ankle Injury Before Summer League

The Sacramento Kings are already a man down heading into the California Classic. Sacramento's rookies were gearing up to make their Summer League debut on Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets, but Darius Acuff Jr.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Clifford Highlights Acuff's Passing Before Summer League Debut

The Sacramento Kings Summer League is just a day away, and the excitement is palpable throughout the city. There may not be high hopes or expectations for the season in terms of wins, but compared to last season's 22-win roster, the team is ripe with excitement after the selection of Darius Acuff Jr.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Kings Updated Depth Chart After Latest Free Agency Signings and Trade

The Sacramento Kings have not had too crazy an offseason yet, as we are a few days into free agency without any major moves by the franchise. However, they are making some smaller tweaks to the roster.

Russell Westbrook News / Stadium Rant / July 3

Russell Westbrook Rumors: 3 Best Landing Spots In NBA Free Agency

Russell Westbrook is one of the best point guards available in NBA free agency. The 37-year-old vet should find a landing spot pretty soon, but where could that be?

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Scott Perry's Offseason Has One Clear Winner: Doug Christie

Scott Perry and the Sacramento Kings still have a lot of work to do this offseason, but so far, we've seen a domino of steps in the right direction for the Kings.

Daeqwon Plowden News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings, Daeqwon Plowden Agree To Two-Year Contract

Restricted free agent wing Daeqwon Plowden is returning to the Kings on a two-year, $5.1MM contract, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

DeMar DeRozan News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Predicting What the Kings Do With DeMar DeRozan Amid Reported Drift

The Sacramento Kings have had a relatively quiet offseason so far, despite being at the forefront of many rumors around the league. Outside of an impressive three-player draft class headlined by new franchise point guard Darius Acuff Jr., re-signing standout forward Precious Achiuwa, and trading Devin Carter, the Kings have stayed calm.

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Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 2

NBA Rumors: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Rockets, Dorian Finney-Smith, Celtics

The Kings and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan appear headed toward a split. According to multiple reports, DeRozan is hoping his situation is resolved soon, whether through a trade or by being waived.

Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Darius Acuff Jr. Sends Strong Message to Kings Fans Ahead of Rookie Year

The Sacramento Kings got unlucky by dropping to the seventh pick in the 2026 NBA Draft lottery. However, it all worked out on draft night. The Kings landed Arkansas Razorbacks product Darius Acuff Jr., and there are plenty of reasons to be excited about the incoming rookie.

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UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

Joshua Van's flyweight title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 328 claimed top honors in the UFC.com staff voting for best fights of the first half of 2026, marking Van's third consecutive first-place finish in the midyear category.

DeMar DeRozan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 2

Kings rumors: DeMar DeRozan wants to get the heck out ASAP

With all the topsy-turvy in the offseason, it seems Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan has been stuck in purgatory, which is arguably the most awful place to be in the NBA.

Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal

The Kings have signed rookie guard Emanuel Sharp to a three-year deal worth a total of $6.35MM, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link). Signed using the second-round pick exception, Sharp’s deal will pay him his minimum salary, with a team option on the third year.

Precious Achiuwa News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Kings, Precious Achiuwa Agree To Two-Year Deal

The Kings are bringing back big man Precious Achiuwa, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), who reports that the two sides have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth $11.5MM.

Killian Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Kings end Killian Hayes reunion by declining team option

The Sacramento Kings created another opening on their roster Monday by declining Killian Hayes’ team option and sending the former Detroit Pistons lottery pick into unrestricted free agency.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

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Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Why Darius Acuff Jr. wanted to play for Doug Christie, Kings all along

The Sacramento Kings used the No. 7 overall pick of th 2026 NBA Draft on Darius Acuff Jr. He is expected to step right into a starting role with the potential of becoming the franchise player.

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