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'Watched My Name and Reputation Be Tarnished': Female Kings Reporter Breaks Silence After Hot Mic Controversy

The Sacramento Kings’ Media Day took an unexpected turn after a private conversation between reporters was picked up by a live microphone. The clip quickly spread online, and people began discussing the reporters’ identities.

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Ben Simmons has response after practice jumper goes viral

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA. So naturally, we’re already talking about his jump shot again. Some traditions never die. A video of Simmons taking 3-pointers after a Kings practice went viral this week, with one particular airball receiving considerably more attention than anything that went through the basket.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 2

Kings' Playstyle Goals Are Crystal Clear After First Week of Training Camp

The early days of training camp are generally some of the best days of the year for some franchises. For some, it's the start of a hopeful championship run.

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Domantas Sabonis News / Hoops Wire / October 2

Domantas Sabonis on Kings trade rumors: ‘It’s all made up’

Kings center Domantas Sabonis heard all the trade rumors. It’s safe to say he didn’t spend much time believing them. Sabonis was mentioned regularly in speculation after a difficult season in which a knee injury limited him to 19 games.

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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.

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Matthew Dellavedova’s Coffee Habit Led To Wild Hospital Trip During 2015 NBA Finals

Matthew Dellavedova’s legendary performance against Stephen Curry in the 2015 NBA Finals came at a massive physical cost, and Brian Windhorst says the Australian guard’s love for coffee might have contributed to his post-game trip to the hospital.

Ben Simmons News / Larry Brown Sports / October 2

Ben Simmons pokes fun at Kings reporters’ hot mic scandal

Ben Simmons is quickly assimiliating to life with the Sacramento Kings. The new Kings forward Simmons spoke with reporters at training camp on Thursday.

Isaiah Stevens News / Hoops Rumors / October 2

Bulls Sign Isaiah Stevens

After creating an opening on their training camp roster by waiving Peter Suder, the Bulls have signed Isaiah Stevens to fill that 21st spot, the team announced this evening (Twitter link).

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 1

Doug Christie's Praise for Darius Acuff Jr. Is Exactly What Kings Want to Hear

The Sacramento Kings training camp is underway with day three of practice wrapping up, and already, reports are coming out that Darius Acuff Jr. looks the part of the franchise player the Kings desperately need.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Kings reporters’ hot-mic gaffe leads to DeMarcus Cousins revelation about his own incident

The Sacramento Kings’ livestream during their Media day took a controversial turn when reporters were overheard discussing Zach LaVine and Ben Simmons’ physical characteristics and personalities.

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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 / Larry Brown Sports / October 1

Ben Simmons and his Kings teammate get roasted over horrible jumpers

Ben Simmons is back in the NBA — along with his broken jump shot. After missing the entire 2025-26 season, the former No. 1 overall pick has returned to the league on a 1-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings.

Zach Lavine News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1

Kings star Zach LaVine’s wife Hunter fires back after reporters’ embarrassing hot-mic incident

The Sacramento Kings’ media day took an unexpected turn after a hot-mic recording captured two female reporters commenting on guards Zach LaVine and Ben Simmons.

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Kings may have decided Ben Simmons doesn’t really need a position

What position does Ben Simmons play for the Kings? Well, all of them, it seems. Sacramento has spent the opening days of training camp experimenting with Simmons in different roles, with the 6-foot-10 former All-Star handling the ball on offense and defending bigger players at the other end, as Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports writes.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 30

What Malik Monk Said About Ben Simmons and New Offensive Roles

The Sacramento Kings are entering the 2026-27 season with more depth than they have had in years. Scott Perry may still be looking for his future star to pair with Darius Acuff Jr, but he's quietly built out a roster that has up to 14 players who could work their way into the rotation this season.

Chris Webber News / Hoops Wire / September 30

Chris Webber is back around Kings, helping at training camp

One of the greatest players in Kings history is back in the building. Chris Webber attended Sacramento’s opening training-camp practice at the invitation of general manager Scott Perry and addressed the team during its closing huddle, according to Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports.