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Darius Acuff News / HITC / November 3
'Everybody's disgruntled': Mike Bibby says why Darius Acuff Jr. could be about to anger everyone
Darius Acuff Jr. has been one of the few shining lights in what has otherwise been a dismal campaign for the Sacramento Kings. The teenager has had a brilliant start to the season, scoring 25 or more points in four of his first seven games.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 2
Kings become NBA's last team to win, pushing past Mavericks
Darius Acuff Jr. scored a game-high 25 points to lead the visiting Sacramento Kings to their first win of the season, a 115-100 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / November 2
Why the Kings' First Win of the Year Over Mavericks Wasn't a Fluke
The Sacramento Kings finally did it! The 0-82 jokes can finally stop after the Sacramento Kings took down the Dallas Mavericks 115-100 in exciting fashion.
The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz
How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Domantas Sabonis News / Hoops Wire / November 3
Report: Domantas Sabonis wants out of Sacramento, Kings open to deal
The Kings have been trying to find a winning combination. Domantas Sabonis would reportedly prefer to find his next one somewhere else. According to ESPN’s Tim MacMahon, the three-time All-Star is unhappy in Sacramento, and the Kings would be willing to trade him.
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.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 2
Kings vs. Mavericks injury report: Kyrie Irving, Zach LaVine pop up as Sacramento tries for first win
The Sacramento Kings and Dallas Mavericks will be facing off against each other to start the week. The Kings are still searching for their first win of the season, as they’re coming into the matchup 0-6 with no momentum at all.
NBA News / Field Level Media / November 1
Star teens square off as red-hot Mavs welcome winless Kings
Two 19-year-old rising stars square off Monday when Cooper Flagg and the streaking Dallas Mavericks host Darius Acuff Jr. and the winless Sacramento Kings.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / November 1
Domantas Sabonis Could Demand Trade From Kings Over Fit Issues With Darius Acuff Jr.
The start to the 2026-27 NBA season has been anything but promising for the Sacramento Kings. Coming off their latest 136-105 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, the Kings have fallen to 0-6, raising serious concerns about their direction.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / November 1
Numbers Don't Lie About Kings' Disastrous Bench Production
Coming into the season, one of the Sacramento Kings strengths was supposed to be their depth and bench. With a multitude of role players at Doug Christie's disposal, I actually wrote articles on how they have too many players to get on the court.
Sacramento Kings News / HITC / November 1
Kendrick Perkins gives verdict on Darius Acuff becoming the first NBA rookie since Shaq to hit incredible numbers
The Sacramento Kings are one of the worst teams in the NBA. But rookie Darius Acuff is making them watchable. Darius Acuff scored 38 points in the Sacramento Kings’ 105-136 defeat to the unbeaten Memphis Grizzlies.
Darius Acuff News / TWSN / November 1
Darius Acuff Jr.’s Historic Start Should Change Everything for the Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings are six games into the season without a win, but they still have a reason for hope for the future. That reason is the performances they have seen from Darius Acuff Jr.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 1
Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. ties NBA rookie record with monster shooting game vs. Grizzlies
The Memphis Grizzlies, who are yet to lose a game in the NBA this season, won against the Sacramento Kings, who are yet to win a game in the NBA this season, at FedExForum earlier on Saturday.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / November 2
Kings' Darius Acuff Jr. ties NBA rookie record, passes NBA legend amid historic stretch
Acuff made history for the second game in a row.
Doug Christie News / Lindy's Sports / October 31
Sacramento Kings 0-5 start turns up heat on Doug Christie
The Sacramento Kings are 0-5 after a 132-120 loss at New Orleans on Thursday night, even though rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. scored a career-high 34 points with 14 assists.
NBA News / Field Level Media / October 30
Unbeaten Grizzlies host winless Kings in rookie showcase
When the winless Sacramento Kings travel to face the undefeated Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday night, it will be a matchup of teams headed in opposite directions.
Ben Simmons News / Hoops Rumors / October 30
Ben Simmons determined to return 'better than I was before'
Ben Simmons hasn’t played in an NBA game since April 2025 and is expected to miss the entire 2026/27 season while he recovers from an Achilles tear. But on the heels of a strong preseason in Sacramento this month, the 30-year-old remains determined to return to the league following his latest injury setback, he tells Marc J.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / October 30
Kings' Doug Christie not yet on hot seat despite team's putrid start
The Kings’ poor start has led to speculation around the NBA that head coach Doug Christie might already be on the hot seat.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 30
Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. makes history, joins NBA royalty in 5th pro game
The Sacramento Kings may have found an absolute star in the form of No. 7 overall pick Darius Acuff Jr.
Ben Simmons News / Fadeaway World / October 29
Ben Simmons Breaks His Silence On Season-Ending Achilles Injury
For Former No. 1 overall pick Ben Simmons, this season was supposed to be his comeback story. In the years since his last All-Star appearance (2021), the 6’10” swingman has endured countless challenges, ranging from injuries to locker room drama, culminating in his complete absence from the 2025-26 season.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 29
Kings' Ben Simmons uses one word to describe himself amid Achilles recovery
Ben Simmons is opening the Sacramento Kings' season in a walking boot and on a knee scooter, and he still describes his game with complete confidence.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
Julian Champagnie puts up historically hot first half in Spurs' win
Known for his durability, Champagnie opened the 2026-27 season after playing in all 82 regular-season games in back-to-back years.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / October 26
Kings Announce Injury Updates On Murray, Raynaud, Cardwell
Kings forward Keegan Murray will be reevaluated in 10-to-14 days after being diagnosed with left ankle capsulitis, the team announced in a press release.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 18
Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback on pause after injury during Kings’ practice
Former NBA Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons was touted as a generational talent before he entered the league. His rare blend of size, athleticism, power, defense and passing ability made him one of the most tantalizing players in the NBA.
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