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What We Learned As Kings Fall to Clippers, Losing Streak Reaches 11

The Sacramento Kings had a chance to end their losing streak as they held close to the Los Angeles Clippers through the fourth quarter, but they weren't able to get over the hump in clutch time as the game slipped away.

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GM Scott Perry Not Expecting Buyouts For Kings Veterans

Speaking to the media on Friday, Kings general manager Scott Perry said he’s not anticipating to reach any buyout agreements with the veteran players on the team’s roster, as James Ham of TheKingsBeat.com relays (via Twitter).

Doug Christie News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Doug Christie gets reassurance on future with Kings

Job security goes a long way for Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie, who took over for Mike Brown on an interim basis last season before accepting

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The '25-point, 15-rebound NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players with to score 25 points and grab 15 rebounds in the same game at least 60 times can you name in five minutes?

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 6

Winners and Losers of the Kings Trade Deadline

The trade deadline is officially over, and much to the dismay of many fans, the Sacramento Kings had a quiet day yesterday. They made a big move by sending out Keon Ellis and Dennis Schröder for De'Andre Hunter, but other than Schröder, all of the veterans that they were trying to move are still on the roster.

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20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 6

Projecting the Kings' Starting Lineup and Rotation After the Trade Deadline

In what was anticipated to be a very eventful trade deadline for the Sacramento Kings, by the time the buzzer sounded at noon PT on Thursday, they completed just one deal.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / February 6

Kings ink promising rookie big man to standard contract

Thanks to the Sacramento Kings’ two for one trade that saw them bring in De’Andre Hunter in exchange for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis, they created an open roster spot so they could convert the contract of one of their promising young players from a two-way to a standard one.

Dylan Cardwell News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Kings Convert Dylan Cardwell To Four-Year Standard Deal

The Kings have officially promoted Dylan Cardwell from his two-way contract to a multiyear standard deal, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via James Ham of The Kings Beat).

Russell Westbrook News / Athlon Sports / February 4

Kings Announce Russell Westbrook Career Milestone in 18th NBA Season

Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings have struggled mightily this season. Recently, the Kings have lost nine in a row entering Wednesday’s matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 5

Nikola Jokic ties Oscar Robertson's triple-double mark

Nikola Jokic tying Oscar Robertson's triple-double mark reduces concerns about Nuggets' slump

The Denver Nuggets are now 1-3 since center Nikola Jokic returned from a left knee injury, but at least he's still racking up triple-doubles.

Jalen Brunson sets new Knicks record in win over Nuggets

Lakers' Luka Doncic opens up about playing with LeBron James

Blowout loss could be Draymond Green's last game as a Warrior

Lakers' Jaxson Hayes suspended by NBA for the strangest reason

Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to be sidelined by abdominal strain

New Clippers guard Darius Garland already has connection with the team

Sacramento Kings News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

Report: Sacramento Kings Buyout Buzz Around Superstar Guard Hits a Sudden Reality Check

The Sacramento Kings may not be shining in the 2025-26 NBA season, but they’re certainly turning heads this trade season. Entering with some major names on the block, the Kings ramped up their activity as the deadline approached.

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 4

Could a California team take a big swing before NBA trade deadline?

Trade-deadline week is underway, and if history has taught us anything, it’s that anything can happen when front offices feel the pressure of the clock.

Anthony Davis trade closes books on disastrous Luka Doncic deal

Wizards building nothing out of something with wild Anthony Davis trade

Hornets swing trade for sixth man, acquire Coby White from Bulls

The 25 most notable NBA first-round draft mistakes

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / February 4

Kings Reportedly Haven’t Talked Buyout With DeMar DeRozan

The Kings are reportedly open to trading DeMar DeRozan and their other high-priced veterans. Chris Mannix of SI.com recently suggested DeRozan was a “strong” buyout candidate if he remains in Sacramento past Thursday’s deadline.

DeMarcus Cousins fires a blunt response to Dillon Brooks after disrespectful take on LeBron James

Dillon Brooks has always relished the role of playing the Joker to LeBron James’ Batman, and he was back at it again recently, when he told content creator N3onHQ that the NBA’s all-time leading scorer is overrated.