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Alex Karaban News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Kings Rookie Alex Karaban Suffers Ankle Injury Before Summer League

The Sacramento Kings are already a man down heading into the California Classic. Sacramento's rookies were gearing up to make their Summer League debut on Saturday against the Brooklyn Nets, but Darius Acuff Jr.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Clifford Highlights Acuff's Passing Before Summer League Debut

The Sacramento Kings Summer League is just a day away, and the excitement is palpable throughout the city. There may not be high hopes or expectations for the season in terms of wins, but compared to last season's 22-win roster, the team is ripe with excitement after the selection of Darius Acuff Jr.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 3

Kings Updated Depth Chart After Latest Free Agency Signings and Trade

The Sacramento Kings have not had too crazy an offseason yet, as we are a few days into free agency without any major moves by the franchise. However, they are making some smaller tweaks to the roster.

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Russell Westbrook News / Stadium Rant / July 3

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Scott Perry's Offseason Has One Clear Winner: Doug Christie

Scott Perry and the Sacramento Kings still have a lot of work to do this offseason, but so far, we've seen a domino of steps in the right direction for the Kings.

Daeqwon Plowden News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings, Daeqwon Plowden Agree To Two-Year Contract

Restricted free agent wing Daeqwon Plowden is returning to the Kings on a two-year, $5.1MM contract, sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).

DeMar DeRozan News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 2

Predicting What the Kings Do With DeMar DeRozan Amid Reported Drift

The Sacramento Kings have had a relatively quiet offseason so far, despite being at the forefront of many rumors around the league. Outside of an impressive three-player draft class headlined by new franchise point guard Darius Acuff Jr., re-signing standout forward Precious Achiuwa, and trading Devin Carter, the Kings have stayed calm.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 2

NBA Rumors: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Rockets, Dorian Finney-Smith, Celtics

The Kings and veteran forward DeMar DeRozan appear headed toward a split. According to multiple reports, DeRozan is hoping his situation is resolved soon, whether through a trade or by being waived.

Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal

The Kings have signed rookie guard Emanuel Sharp to a three-year deal worth a total of $6.35MM, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link). Signed using the second-round pick exception, Sharp’s deal will pay him his minimum salary, with a team option on the third year.

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Adam Flagler News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

Kings Sign Former Thunder Guard Adam Flagler for Backcourt Depth

The big move for Jalen Duren to the Sacramento Kings may be on ice, but Scott Perry and the rest of the front office continue their work on the fringes of the roster with the latest two-way deal, signing Adam Flagler to a two-way contract this afternoon.

Jalen Duren News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

What Latest Jalen Duren Intel Means for the Kings' Pursuit

The 2026 NBA offseason has already been a wild one, and the Sacramento Kings are looking to get in on the action. The Kings have reportedly met with restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, as the two sides could try to set up a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons to send the All-Star to Sacramento.

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

Where Kings Stand With Domantas Sabonis Trade Talks

The Sacramento Kings have already had an exciting offseason, led by drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick in the draft and the rumors around Jalen Duren coming over in a massive deal, but we've yet to see the biggest moves that many are hoping for.

Jonathan Mogbo News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1

Kings Sign Former Raptors Forward Jonathan Mogbo — Why It's a Good Move

The Sacramento Kings have now made their second signing of free agency. After re-signing standout forward Precious Achiuwa to a two-year contract, they have now filled one of their valuable two-way slots.

Precious Achiuwa News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Kings, Precious Achiuwa Agree To Two-Year Deal

The Kings are bringing back big man Precious Achiuwa, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), who reports that the two sides have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth $11.5MM.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Kings to re-sign ex-Knicks forward to $11.5 million contract

The Sacramento Kings have been rather quiet during the initial days leading up to the start of the NBA free agency period, but they did strike a deal with one of their own free agents, agreeing to terms with forward Precious Achiuwa, as per NBA insider Chris Haynes.

Jalen Duren News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30

3 Eye-Opening Stats That Support Kings' All-In Move for Jalen Duren

The Sacramento Kings' exciting offseason continues with rumor after rumor, and a week after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick, fans around Sacramento are buzzing once more.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30

Five Kings Storylines to Monitor Ahead of NBA Free Agency

The Sacramento Kings were expected to be busy on the trade market this offseason, but how active they would be in free agency remained a question. However, that feeling has changed now.

Killian Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Kings end Killian Hayes reunion by declining team option

The Sacramento Kings created another opening on their roster Monday by declining Killian Hayes’ team option and sending the former Detroit Pistons lottery pick into unrestricted free agency.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

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Zach Lavine News / Ball Exclusives / June 29

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine opts into massive player option

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has opted into his $49 million player option according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. This will be the final year of his original five-year $215 million extension he signed with the Chicago Bulls prior to being traded to the Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Why Darius Acuff Jr. wanted to play for Doug Christie, Kings all along

The Sacramento Kings used the No. 7 overall pick of th 2026 NBA Draft on Darius Acuff Jr. He is expected to step right into a starting role with the potential of becoming the franchise player.