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NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11
DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup
Why mutual interest hasn't yet led to a deal for DeRozan.
Sacramento Kings News / HITC / August 11
Former NBA star claims Sacramento Kings made $80 million assurances, then didn’t play him enough
Willie Cauley-Stein’s latest story suggests that the Sacramento Kings held him back from potentially achieving what he could have. During the 2015 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings selected Willie Cauley-Stein with the No.
Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 10
The Stat That Will Make or Break Doug Christie's System
The Sacramento Kings are coming into the 2026-27 season with an odd mix of goals and expectations. More wins than last year's 22 would be nice, but realistically, it would be surprising for them to jump up a substantial amount in the win column.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 10
Why the Kings Could Be a Landing Spot for Ben Simmons
In each of the past two seasons, the Sacramento Kings have housed a former lottery pick whose NBA career did not pan out as expected. In the 2024-25 season, it was Markelle Fultz, and in 2025-26, it was Killian Hayes.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10
DeMar DeRozan News / TWSN / August 10
DeMar DeRozan's Perfect Fit Isn't With Who You Think
The NBA free agency market has been more interesting this Summer than it has in a long time, and though most of the biggest names are off the board, there are still some pretty big names who are currently without a team.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 10
Three Kings Players Who Need to Have Breakout Seasons in 2026-27
The Sacramento Kings have extremely low expectations this season, with many anticipating them to be the worst team in the NBA. However, the Kings know this as well, as they commit to a rebuild around their new-look young core.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 10
The Kings' Biggest Question Mark Heading Into 2026-27 Season
As the offseason inches to an end, things are taking shape for the Sacramento Kings. Scott Perry may not have been able to offload veterans Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine, but they waived DeMar DeRozan and drafted the trio of Darius Acuff Jr, Alex Karaban, and Emanuel Sharp to rebuild the roster for the future.
Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 9
Russell Westbrook on remaining unsigned: ‘I don’t think about it’
Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names left on the NBA free-agent market. He doesn’t sound particularly concerned about it. Westbrook was asked by CNN about his future and said he’s basically taking things as they come.
NBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / August 9
Robin Lopez puts Enes Kanter, Royce White in dirt with savage ethers of WNBA stunt
UPDATE 12:23 pm ET: Lopez has since responded to White on X, writing, “Yes we get it you love slapping people with women’s names.” Robin Lopez is not with Enes Kanter and Royce White declaring for the WNBA Draft.
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.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 9
The One Offensive Adjustment the Kings Must Address Before Opening Night
In the 2022-23 season, the Sacramento Kings broke the record for the best offensive rating by a team in NBA history. While that record has since been demolished, it goes to show why the unforgettable Beam Team was so successful when they broke the Kings' 16-year playoff drought.
Sacramento Kings News / HITC / August 9
Russell Westbrook breaks silence on NBA return after not finding a new team (yet) in the offseason
Former NBA MVP Russell Westbrook remains unsigned so far in the 2026 offseason before a potential 18th season for the 37-year-old point guard. Westbrook might not be able to single-handedly carry a team by averaging a triple-double anymore, but he’s a valued veteran in the NBA who’s proven he can still produce on the court.
Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / August 8
Russell Westbrook has surprising take on his free agency
Russell Westbrook remains a free agent with training camp looming, but he seems pretty relaxed about the situation. In an interview with CNN, Westbrook was asked how he is thinking about his free agency at this stage of the offseason.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 8
Two Unique Lineups the Kings Need to Experiment With This Season
The Sacramento Kings are entering a season with little to no expectations to compete in the tough Western Conference, which gives them a chance to experiment and see what sticks .
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 8
Sacramento Kings' Most Likely Final Move This Offseason
For the most part, the Sacramento Kings are done with the 2026 offseason. They added three high-level rookies, headlined by seventh-overall pick Darius Acuff Jr., traded away young guard Devin Carter, waived DeMar DeRozan, and re-signed Precious Achiuwa.
Royce White News / Fadeaway World / August 8
Royce White Declares For WNBA Draft; Becomes Second Ex-NBA Player To Make Shocking Announcement
The WNBA’s liberal eligibility rules have become the subject of public scrutiny recently. Former NBA player Royce White has joined Enes Kanter Freedom to become the second NBA player to declare for the WNBA Draft in the last 48 hours.
Domantas Sabonis News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5
Notable update surfaces on Domantas Sabonis’ future
De’Aaron Fox may be long gone, but his ex-Sacramento Kings co-star still seems to be committed to the team. Kings big man Domantas Sabonis will remain with the franchise this season and has expressed a willingness to recommit and buy-in to the team, Anthony Slater of ESPN reported Wednesday.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / August 5
Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga
Could the Lakers have more competition in trying to land Kuminga?
Zach Lavine News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Zach LaVine reportedly pulled a cold move on the Kings
Zach LaVine is taking securing the bag to a whole new level. The Sacramento Kings guard LaVine pulled a cold move on the team this offseason, Kings reporter James Ham revealed this week.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 3
Lakers may have a Plan B for Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers may have no choice but to pursue someone else before free agency and the trade market dries out even more.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 3
Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine
Zach LaVine apparently isn’t headed for the buyout market. The Kings are not considering buying out the two-time All-Star guard, contrary to recent speculation, a league source told Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Rumors / August 2
Kings’ Zach LaVine Facing Uncertain Role After Exercising Option
The Kings haven’t made any promises to Zach LaVine regarding his role with the team after the two-time All-Star shooting guard exercised his $49MM player option for 2026/27, according to James Ham, who covers Sacramento for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com, and Locked On Kings.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 30
Baffling suitor emerges for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan's free agency has stretched into late July after the Sacramento Kings waived him earlier in the month.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 26
Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan should only be thinking about one thing right now: his legacy.
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