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Doug Christie Speaks on Kings' Need for Fit Over Talent

The Sacramento Kings enter the offseason with more questions than answers, and a cap sheet that's going to make it difficult for Scott Perry to make any substantial moves.

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Nique Clifford Is Making a Bigger Impact Than You Would Think for Kings

Nique Clifford’s impact does not immediately show up in the standings, but his advanced numbers make it difficult to ignore. When Clifford is on the floor, the Sacramento Kings are significantly more competitive.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Russell Westbrook's Kings Future Gets Promising Update From GM Scott Perry

When no other team in the NBA was willing to give him a chance, the Sacramento Kings swooped in and signed future Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook to a one-year deal last offseason.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Kings GM Defends Decision to Retain Doug Christie as Head Coach

Despite a disastrous 22-60 year, the Sacramento Kings are not making any significant changes, yet. First-year head coach Doug Christie was put through the wringer with an injury-ravaged roster, and even though the Kings finished tied for last place in the Western Conference, he is going to get another shot.

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In NBA history, 38 players have made 200 or more three-point field goals in more than one season. How many can you name in five minutes?

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Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings open to bringing back Russell Westbrook

Bringing back Russell Westbrook is on the table in Sacramento, and it sounds like the interest goes both ways. “Russell’s always welcome with me,” Kings GM Scott Perry said, per Tristi Rodriguez of NBC Bay Area.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Doug Christie News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings’ Doug Christie earns support as another big offseason awaits

Kings coach Doug Christie is sticking around, and player development played a big role in that decision, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 15

3 Biggest Questions Facing the Kings This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings' offseason kicked off with exit interviews over the last two days, and while we got some answers and hints at what's to come, there are still more questions than answers heading into Scott Perry's pivotal second offseason in Sacramento.

Russell Westbrook News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 15

Kings GM makes completely real Russell Westbrook admission after 2025-26 season

Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry kept it 100 about veteran Russell Westbrook’s first season with the team. Despite the Kings’ 60-loss regular-season finish to 2025-26, Perry pointed to Westbrook as the team’s silver lining amidst a disappointing campaign.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 15

Doug Christie Has Blunt Message for Kings Players Before Offseason

With their 2025-26 campaign officially wrapped up, being one of the ten teams not participating in any postseason action, the Sacramento Kings are heading into the summer on a mission.

NBA News / The Lead / April 15

Why Did Doug Christie Tell His Kings Players to Foul Seth Curry?

The Sacramento Kings’ late-game decision against the Golden State Warriors stood out immediately, not because of the result, but because of how unusual it looked in real time.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 15

Kings Offseason Primer: Free Agents, Draft Capital, Salary Cap Space, Trades

The Sacramento Kings ended their 2025-26 season with a 22-60 record, reaching the 60-loss mark for just the second time in franchise history. Now, they are heading into one of the most important offseasons in recent memory, with the opportunity to start turning things around.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 14

Kings' Zach LaVine Gives Unclear Update on $49 Million Decision

One of the biggest turning points for the Sacramento Kings, which people can look at when explaining what went wrong ahead of their disastrous 22-60 season, is when they traded De'Aaron Fox in a three-team deal to bring in Zach LaVine.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14

3 players Kings must trade after disastrous 60-loss season

The Sacramento Kings are not in a good place right now. They’ve got an older core, headlined by former All-Stars such as Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, Russell Westbrook, and DeMar DeRozan.

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Precious Achiuwa News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 14

The One Player Kings Can’t Afford to Lose This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings enter a pivotal offseason with several roster decisions looming, but none may be more important than what they do with Precious Achiuwa.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 14

Kings’ TV play-by-play man Kyle Draper says contract won’t be renewed

Kings play-by-play man Kyle Draper won’t be returning for a seventh season, he announced on social media. That news came quickly, just two days after the regular season ended.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 14

Domantas Sabonis Remains Optimistic With Uncertain Kings Future

The Sacramento Kings ended their disastrous 2025-26 campaign with just a 22-60 record, their second-worst mark in franchise history as they finished tied for last in the Western Conference.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 14

Kings’ DeMar DeRozan is ready to fight 10 elephants with Russell Westbrook

The Sacramento Kings closed a disappointing 2025–26 season with exit interviews Sunday, but DeMar DeRozan delivered one of the most memorable moments off the court, expressing unwavering loyalty to teammate Russell Westbrook.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Analysis Network / April 14

Sacramento Kings stuck with costly roster and no clear path forward for the offseason

The Sacramento Kings built a roster that does not align with any competitive timeline, and the result is a team that cannot realistically improve without a full reset.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 14

13 Key Dates and Deadlines for Sacramento Kings 2026 Offseason

The Sacramento Kings have now finished the 2025-26 season at 22-60, good for the second-worst record in franchise history. As we turn our attention to the 2026-27 season, it is important to know the dates and deadlines heading into the summer and how they will impact the future of the franchise.

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