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Legendary Kings HC Rick Adelman Dies at 79

23-year NBA head coach and Sacramento Kings legend Rick Adelman has died at age 79. Adelman joined the Kings franchise in the 1998-99 season after tenures with both the Portland Trail Blazers and Golden State Warriors, and he immediately made an impact in Sacramento.

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Kings GM Scott Perry Meets With Kingston Flemings — Why It Matters

As the calendar turns to June and we are just three weeks away from the NBA draft, things are beginning to heat up. Multiple sources have reported that Scott Perry traveled to San Antonio, TX, to meet with Houston point guard Kingston Flemings and his family last week.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 1

Kings rumors: The Darius Acuff Jr. backup option if he’s off the board

With the Sacramento Kings holding the No. 7 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft, it’s no secret that the team desperately needs a point guard and that the Kings have reportedly zeroed in on Arkansas’ Darius Acuff Jr.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / June 1

Sacramento Kings 2026 NBA Draft Preview

The Sacramento Kings had a low bar going into the 2026 season. Oddsmakers projected them to win 35 games, but they could not even live up to that, winning only 22.

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The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 1

Kings Host New Group of Intriguing Prospects for Pre-Draft Workout

The Sacramento Kings have already brought in big-name players like Alex Karaban, Ryan Conwell, Trevon Brazile, and more for pre-draft workouts as they search for second-round gems.

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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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 31

Can Kings' Vibes Stay High with Another Losing Season?

Not much went right last season for the Sacramento Kings. They won just 22 games, dealt with a rash of injuries, and were terrible on both sides of the ball.

Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / May 31

Kings Traded 2 Franchise Point Guards In 3 Years Who Then Reached NBA Finals In Back-To-Back Seasons

The Sacramento Kings once had one of the most talented young backcourts in the NBA. Today, both of those star guards are gone. Even more painful for Kings fans, both players have now reached the NBA Finals in back-to-back years after leaving Sacramento.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 30

Kings Have One Position They Don't Have to Worry About This Offseason

Coming off a disappointing 22-60 season, it is no secret that the Sacramento Kings have plenty of work to do to get back to relevancy. New general manager Scott Perry seems committed to a rebuild, trying to retool a veteran-led roster, but there is some good news in Sacramento.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 30

Kings Could Reunite College Teammates in 2026 NBA Draft

Since trading away De'Aaron Fox in 2025, the Sacramento Kings have been searching for their next franchise point guard. After experimenting with a combination of veterans Dennis Schroder and Russell Westbrook this season, the Kings will have the opportunity to add a young guard to the mix in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 29

Three Under-the-Radar Kings Who Could Be Traded This Offseason

Early into the Sacramento Kings' 2026 offseason, everyone seems to be focused on what the future has in store for Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 28

Why NBA Draft Withdrawal Deadline Likely Changed Kings' 2nd-Round Plans

The 2026 NBA draft pool is now set after the withdrawal deadline passed yesterday, and there were some notable exits, including some possible first-rounders.

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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.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 28

Maxime Raynaud's X-Factor to Stardom and Kings Success

The Sacramento Kings didn't have many things go right last season, but easily at the top of the list was the standout performances of their three rookies in Nique Clifford, Maxime Raynaud, and Dylan Cardwell.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 28

Could the Kings Be Better Next Season Than Expected?

After a disastrous 22-60 season for the Sacramento Kings, it is challenging for fans to stay positive. However, there could be reason to be optimistic for next season.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 27

How the Kings Blundered Their Head Coach Situation

The Sacramento Kings are staying committed to head coach Doug Christie moving forward, and while there is still a chance for the rookie coach to improve, it is hard to deny that the franchise made a mistake.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 27

Kings Host Two Ideal Second-Round Targets for Pre-Draft Workout

The Sacramento Kings have three picks in the 2026 NBA Draft, selecting at Nos. 7, 34, and 45, meaning they will be adding three key pieces to their young core on June 23 and 24.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 26

A Look Back — Could One Wing Have Changed Everything for Kings?

The difficult offseason and playoffs continue for the Sacramento Kings. Not only is former Kings star De'Aaron Fox locked in battle with the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder, but former coach Mike Brown just punched his ticket to the NBA finals as the New York Knicks swept the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 26

Kings Must Avoid These Two Rumored NBA Draft Trades

It is no secret that the Sacramento Kings are targeting Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. in the 2026 NBA Draft, but just how desperate are they to land him?

Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 26

Why a Kings' Zach LaVine Trade Seems Unlikely

The Sacramento Kings have a veteran core of Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan, and the consensus expectation is that they will trade them this offseason.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 25

Why Acuff's Defensive Concerns Shouldn't Scare Away Kings, or Fans

Defense has been the talk of the town in Sacramento for years, as the Kings have struggled on slowing down their opponents for years. Even when they made their magical Beam Team run and broke the playoff drought, they did so with the most explosive offense to date in the NBA.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 25