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Ranking Kings' Best Building Blocks Ahead of 2026 NBA Draft

Before the 2025 offseason, the Sacramento Kings' young core was gloomy. Led solely by the fourth-overall pick in the 2022 draft, Keegan Murray, the Kings' future was in a dark place as they built around aging veterans.

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Buy or Sell: Kings Reportedly Interested in Darius Acuff Jr.

The Sacramento Kings will have a handful of talented prospects available for them with the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, but one incoming rookie seemingly has all their attention.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 24

3 Second-Round Prospects the Kings Should Have Circled After Draft Workouts

The Sacramento Kings' 2026 NBA Draft process is in full swing, as the franchise has begun doing its homework on prospects who should be available for them in the second round or in undrafted free agency.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 23

Re-Sign or Let Walk? Evaluating the Kings' 2026 Free Agents

Everyone is focused on who the Sacramento Kings could add to the roster this offseason, but who will they be actively trying to keep in the mix? The Kings have four players gearing up to hit unrestricted free agency, two entering restricted free agency, and two with key options to monitor.

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How many of the players to score 30 points the most time in one playoff run for each NBA team can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Total Pro Sports / May 23

Report: Sacramento Kings Have Their Eyes Set on One Young Guard Ahead of the NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings badly need a long-term answer at point guard, and it looks like they may already have a favorite in mind. After a brutal 22-60 season, Sacramento landed the No.

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The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

Nique Clifford News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 23

Nique Clifford Could Thrive Next to These Kings Draft Prospects

All eyes are on the draft as the Sacramento Kings hope to find their next star with the seventh pick on June 23rd, but it's important to remember that just a year ago, fans around Sacramento were getting excited about Nique Clifford following a draft day trade that allowed Scott Perry to select him with the 24th pick.

Keon Ellis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 22

Keon Ellis' Limited Cleveland Role Rewrites Kings 2025-26 Season Story

The Sacramento Kings had a disappointing 2025-26 season for a multitude of reasons, but near or at the top of the list was how they handled Keon Ellis' situation from the offseason to the trade deadline.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 22

Historic Look at Raynaud's Company as 2nd Round All-Rookie

The Sacramento Kings received their first bit of good news in quite some time with the announcement that rookie Maxime Raynaud made the All-Rookie second team.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 22

Kings' Maxime Raynaud Could Have Perfect Opportunity With Team France

The Sacramento Kings got the steal of the 2025 NBA Draft by selecting Maxime Raynaud with the No. 42 overall pick, as he became the only non-lottery selection named to an All-Rookie Team this season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 21

3 Draft Targets That Prove the Kings Don't Need a Guard at Pick No. 7

Doug Christie has said it, Scott Perry has said it, and even Domantas Sabonis has mentioned the Sacramento Kings’ need for a point guard. Sacramento turned

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 21

Kings Could Have the Perfect 'Plan B' With No. 7 Pick in 2026 NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings hold the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and the general expectation is that they will be selecting Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr.

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The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 21

When Will the Sacramento Kings Have a Championship Window?

There has been plenty of talk around the NBA about teams having a very limited championship window, especially under the new CBA financial restrictions.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 20

Kings' Maxime Raynaud Makes All-Rookie 2nd Team, but Was He Robbed of More?

The Sacramento Kings got the steal of the 2025 NBA Draft. With the No. 42 overall pick, the Kings selected Maxime Raynaud, a French big man out of Stanford.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 20

Kings Could Already Know Their First-Round Selection in 2026 NBA Draft

The 2026 NBA Draft is just over a month away, and while there is plenty of time for changes, the Sacramento Kings could already know exactly who they will be adding to their roster on June 23.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 20

The Kings' Offseason Has a High Ceiling and a Terrifying Floor

The offseason ahead could shape the future of the Sacramento Kings, as the organization appears more focused on long-term success than simply fighting for another play-in spot.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 19

Breaking Down the Remaining Holdovers From Kings' Previous Regime

Scott Perry and the Sacramento Kings enter the offseason with a lot of work to do, and even though the new GM has already been here a year, there remains a large holdover on the roster from the Monte McNair era heading into next season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 19

3 Priority Kings Trade Targets Nobody Is Talking About

The Sacramento Kings are under some pressure this offseason, as fans are expecting big changes after their 60-loss season. However, there is still no clear answer to their struggles.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19

Kings rumors: Darius Acuff Jr. connections make No. 7 pick his floor

The Sacramento Kings are hoping to turn their franchise around this summer, recently learning that they will have the number seven pick in the upcoming NBA Draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 19

The Kings Can’t Afford to Ignore Their Wing Depth... Again

The Sacramento Kings have no shortage of roster issues they need to address this offseason, with the hole at point guard currently leading the way. But that is an issue that looks like it's going to be solved with the draft and the number seven pick.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 18

3 Realistic Domantas Sabonis Trade Suitors Amid Kings' Offseason Uncertainty

There is plenty of uncertainty around the Sacramento Kings this offseason, with nearly every veteran on the roster likely on the trade block. Most notably, three-time All-Star Domantas Sabonis could be on the move, but what team would make the move for him?