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Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / August 2
Kings’ Zach LaVine Facing Uncertain Role After Exercising Option
The Kings haven’t made any promises to Zach LaVine regarding his role with the team after the two-time All-Star shooting guard exercised his $49MM player option for 2026/27, according to James Ham, who covers Sacramento for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com, and Locked On Kings.
Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 2
Maxime Raynaud Is Turning Heads on the Kings' Coaching Staff
The Sacramento Kings have not made any drastic changes this offseason, holding onto veterans Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine, despite a clear approach of trying to build around their young core.
Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 2
NBA scout on Russell Westbrook: ‘I wouldn’t touch him in a million years’
Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names still available in free agency. Not everyone believes he’s worth the gamble. Speaking to the South Florida Sun Sentinel about potential veteran additions for the Heat, one longtime NBA scout didn’t mince words when asked about the former MVP.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 1
Kings Executive Shares Excitement About Rookie Darius Acuff Jr.
The Sacramento Kings got their guy in the 2026 NBA Draft by selecting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick. In doing so, they added their new franchise point guard and gave themselves a new centerpiece to build their young core around.
20 NBA players who peaked in their 30s
An athlete's peak tends to coincide with the youthfulness of their 20s. Sometimes, though, that apex happens when they've had more time to marinate in experience, and that's sometimes true in the NBA.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
Predicting the Kings' Top-Five Leading Scorers Next Season
The Sacramento Kings retained most of their team from last season, besides veterans DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook, while also making key additions to their young core.
Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31
New potential suitor emerges for Russell Westbrook
A possible lifeline has surfaced for Russell Westbrook. The Houston Rockets are viewed as a “serious destination” for the former NBA MVP Westbrook, according to a report by Sports Illustrated’s Eric Jay Santos.
Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
Zach LaVine's Spot on Kings Is Not as Guaranteed as Expected
The Sacramento Kings' offseason started with two-time All-Star Zach LaVine opting into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, keeping him in Sacramento for the time being.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / July 31
Kings reportedly leave door open to moving Zach LaVine
When Zach LaVine picked up his $49 million player option in late June, the Kings apparently made one thing clear: Nothing was guaranteed. Speaking on ESPN 1320 Sacramento, Kings insider James Ham said the organization told LaVine it wasn’t promising him a starting job, a certain number of minutes or even a long-term future with the franchise.
Zach Lavine News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30
Zach LaVine appears to be trending toward one outcome
Zach LaVine may already have one foot towards the airport. The Sacramento Kings guard LaVine might potentially be bought out by the team before the season begins, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reported this week.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 30
Predicting the Kings' Veteran Trade Values at the Deadline
As the 2026-27 NBA season approaches, it's looking more and more likely that the Sacramento Kings will be bringing back their veterans for another year.
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.
Zach Lavine News / Fadeaway World / July 30
3 Potential Destinations For Zach LaVine As Kings Consider Buyout
After finishing 22-60 last season, the Sacramento Kings are in no position to compete for a title. In fact, with the franchise focused on player development and building a basic identity, they could even get younger by trading away what’s left of their veteran core.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 30
Projecting Kings' Floor and Ceiling for the 2026-27 NBA Season
Despite still having at least one more roster spot they need to fill, the Sacramento Kings' 2026 offseason feels practically wrapped up, with a clear picture of what their rotation will look like next season.
Nique Clifford News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 30
Two Changes Kings Need Nique Clifford to Make Next Season
After being drafted 24th overall by the Sacramento Kings in 2025, Nique Clifford enjoyed a solid rookie campaign where he became a key part of the roster.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Baffling suitor emerges for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan's free agency has stretched into late July after the Sacramento Kings waived him earlier in the month.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 29
Three Players With Most to Prove in Kings 2026-27 Season
The Sacramento Kings enter next season with little to no expectations to compete in the loaded Western Conference, but that doesn't mean the players, or even the team for that matter, don't have something to prove.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 29
Kings' Offseason To-Do List: What's Next for Sacramento?
Now that the Sacramento Kings’ summer league is over, the team shifts its focus to taking care of the remaining housekeeping items as they gear up for training camp, which will begin in late September.
Russell Westbrook News / EssentiallySports / July 29
Is Russell Westbrook Retiring? Fact-Checking Rumors on NBA Star After Overseas Offers Emerge
Russell Westbrook’s future has suddenly become one of the NBA’s biggest talking points. With LeBron James off the free agency board, the attention has shifted toward Brodie’s future, and it continues to look unclear.
DeMar DeRozan News / Larry Brown Sports / July 28
New team enters DeMar DeRozan discussions
Although NBA free agency has slowed down, one key veteran still available is DeMar DeRozan. The Sacramento Kings released DeRozan at the start of July, and immediately teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat were named as options for the six-time All-Star.
Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / July 28
Will the Sacramento Kings Ever Become a Free Agent Destination?
The 2026 NBA free agency cycle kicked off on June 30. Since that date, the Sacramento Kings have re-signed no free agents. They waived DeMar DeRozan (and may potentially stretch his contract) and Isaiah Stevens, and signed two players, Jonathan Mogbo and Adam Flagler, to two-way contracts.
Isaiah Stevens News / Hoops Rumors / July 27
Kings Waive Isaiah Stevens
4:46 pm: Stevens has been released, per the NBA’s official transaction log. 4:30 pm: The Kings are waiving Isaiah Stevens, who was on a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 26
Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan should only be thinking about one thing right now: his legacy.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 24
Warriors have an obvious free-agency alternative to LeBron James
General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. will have no choice but to pivot.
Russell Westbrook News / HITC / July 22
Russell Westbrook dealt another blow as Sacramento Kings make decision on his future
Russell Westbrook had a solid season with the Sacramento Kings, despite their struggles in the Western Conference. Westbrook joined the Kings after a somewhat successful stint with the Denver Nuggets, where he was able to rehabilitate his image as a veteran player.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16
Hugo Gonzalez put skills on display in Celtics' Summer League win
With the Boston Celtics expected to try to make up for the loss of Jaylen Brown by committee, the door is open for young players to earn more of an opportunity than they were initially expecting.
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