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Ben Simmons News / Hoops Rumors / September 6
Ben Simmons ‘Excited’ To Resume NBA Career With Kings
Former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons agreed to a one-year, minimum-salary contract with the Kings on Friday after he didn’t play at all in 2025/26, having spent some time away from the court and making an effort to get fully healthy.
Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 6
Zach LaVine Is Staying Optimistic About the Kings' 2026-27 Season
There is not much hope around the Sacramento Kings' organization heading into the 2026-27 season, with the team in the early stages of a rebuild, but there are some reasons to be confident in this year's team.
The 'Most points in a game by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to score the most points in one game for each NBA team in the 2025-26 season can you name in five minutes?
Ben Simmons News / HITC / September 6
Why Ben Simmons chose the Sacramento Kings over the Knicks and Warriors to revive his NBA career
Ben Simmons recently signed a one-year, $3 million contract with the Sacramento Kings after a year away from the NBA. Simmons needed a break from professional basketball after dealing with several injuries and struggling on the court.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Ben Simmons News / Hoops Wire / September 6
Ben Simmons could stick with Kings beyond this season
Ben Simmons is back in the NBA with the Kings on a one-year deal. But apparently, this doesn’t necessarily have to be a one-year relationship. ESPN and Andscape’s Marc J.
Sacramento Kings News / EssentiallySports / September 6
Ex-Kings Announcer Seeks Supreme Court Review After Latest Ruling on Firing
Following a major appellate setback in federal court, Grant Napear is preparing to escalate his six-year legal battle over his 2020 firing. The legal counsel for the former Sacramento Kings broadcaster announced plans to petition the U.S.
Jalen Duren News / Fadeaway World / September 5
Sacramento Kings Gaining Ground As Potential Jalen Duren Landing Spot
2026 NBA free agency has wrapped up for the vast majority of teams and players, but there are still some matters left unresolved, just a few weeks before training camp.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 5
Why Ben Simmons Could Be Poised For Massive Comeback On Kings
The Sacramento Kings aren’t known for being a lucrative destination for players. In fact, for most of their existence, the Kings have struggled to gain any sort of relevance or sustained success.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 4
Simmons Could Be More Than a Short-Term Fix for Kings
The Sacramento Kings made waves across the NBA early this morning when they signed former number one overall pick Ben Simmons to a one-year $3.5 million deal.
The 25 best NBA players to never play in college
Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.
Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 4
Stephen A. Smith eviscerates Ben Simmons after signing with Kings
ESPN’s Stephen A Smith didn’t hold back his take on Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback with the Sacramento Kings. After Russell Westbrook chose retirement over one more season, the Kings inked Simmons to a one-year deal.
Ben Simmons News / EasySportz / September 4
Ben Simmons Gets Another NBA Chance With Sacramento Kings
Ben Simmons is getting another shot at reviving his NBA career. The former No. 1 overall pick has agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings, according to reports.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 4
Two Kings Players Who Might Lose Minutes to Ben Simmons
The Sacramento Kings might have made their final signing of the 2026 offseason on Friday morning by reportedly bringing in three-time All-Star Ben Simmons on a one-year deal worth $3.5 million.
Stephen A Smith News / EssentiallySports / September 4
'He Should Be Paying Them': Stephen A. Smith Gives Knee-Jerk Reaction to Ben Simmons’ Kings Deal
Eleven years ago, Melbourne produced a basketball prodigy who captivated America. Ben Simmons quickly became the top prospect for the 2016 No. 1 pick, and the hype felt justified.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4
Stephen A. Smith roasts Ben Simmons after former No. 1 pick agrees to deal with Kings
Simmons is officially back in the NBA after agreeing to a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings.
Sacramento Kings News / EssentiallySports / September 4
Fired NBA Announcer Loses Appeal Over Controversial Tweet on Social Justice Movement in Response to Ex-Warriors Star
A question from DeMarcus Cousins on social media would eventually cost an Emmy-winning broadcaster his longtime place around the Sacramento Kings. Six
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 4
Grading The Kings’ Decision To Sign Ben Simmons To A 1-Year, $3.5 Million Deal
Well, this is one of the more fascinating low-risk bets still sitting out there on the market. The Sacramento Kings have agreed to sign Ben Simmons to a one-year, $3.5 million contract, bringing the former No.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4
Kings beat out two NBA teams to sign Ben Simmons
NBA free agency has cooled down, but the Sacramento Kings made a bit of a surprising move on Friday.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 4
Knicks have an unglamorous choice to make for their final roster spot
The New York Knicks are close to commencing their title defense next season, but their front office still has some work to do.
Domantas Sabonis News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2
Report: 1 All-Star wants to leave the Kings
Sacramento’s great exodus may be continuing. Kings big man Domantas Sabonis “wants to get out” of Sacramento, Brian Windhorst of ESPN reported this week on “The Hoop Collective” podcast.
Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / September 2
Video of Russell Westbrook, Chris Paul vacationing together will make fans smile
Russell Westbrook and Chris Paul are taking full advantage of their first offseason as retirees. The two future Hall of Famers were spotted vacationing together in Italy this week.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 25
Kings reportedly take look at Ben Simmons amid NBA comeback
The Kings apparently aren’t finished shopping for veteran guards, and this one comes with a considerably bigger name. Sacramento general manager Scott Perry is in Florida to watch free agent Ben Simmons work out, according to Carmichael Dave of Sactown Sports 1140.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 25
Zach LaVine talks championship hopes after summer of Kings trade questions
Zach LaVine is entering his 13th NBA season, and he knows exactly what’s missing from the résumé. That, ladies and gentlemen, would be winning. LaVine told Sam Yip of HoopsHype in an exclusive interview that after accomplishing plenty individually, he still hopes to experience a deep playoff run and perhaps eventually play for a championship team.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22
Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer
The Denver Nuggets lost 23-year-old Peyton Watson this week. They're pivoting by replacing him with a 37-year-old. DeMar DeRozan plans to continue his Hall of Fame career by signing a one-year deal with the Nuggets.
Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 13
Russell Westbrook leaves legacy bigger than basketball after NBA retirement
Westbrook put together one of the greatest careers the NBA has ever seen, but that’s not what he wants people to remember about him.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10
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