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Every Kings' Draft Lottery Outcome, Ranked by Probability

The May 10 NBA Draft lottery draw is officially less than a week away, as much of the Sacramento Kings fanbase is preparing for some ping pong balls to determine their sanity.

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How Raptors First-Round Exit Could Affect Kings Offseason

The Sacramento Kings have a lot of questions heading into this offseason, but the biggest might be the future of All-NBA center Domantas Sabonis. There's

Keegan Murray News / The Lead / May 4

How Much Is Keegan Murray Actually Regressing?

Keegan Murray’s development has not followed a typical path. After a rookie season defined by elite shooting, his efficiency from beyond the arc has steadily declined.

DeMar DeRozan News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 4

Three Potential Trade Destinations for Kings F DeMar DeRozan

Coming off a disastrous 60-loss season, the Sacramento Kings are expected to have a busy offseason. With a few veterans likely on the trade block, we can start to get an idea of what the Kings could do this offseason.

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The 'Active 30-point playoff games' quiz

How many of the active NBA players with at least 10 30-point games in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 3

Three Trade Candidates for the Kings to Chase Wins Next Season

The Sacramento Kings enter next season in a position where a return to the playoffs may not be as far-fetched as it seems. It has already been discussed that if this roster is fully healthy, the gap between where they are now and postseason contention is smaller than many believe.

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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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 3

Two Realistic Point Guards the Kings Can Sign in Free Agency

Since they traded away De'Aaron Fox at the 2025 NBA trade deadline, the Sacramento Kings have had a gaping hole at point guard. Last offseason, they attempted to patch the hole by bringing in Dennis Schroder and Russell Westbrook, but neither veteran point guard turned out to be their long-term solution.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / May 3

Report: GM Scott Perry to represent Kings at NBA Draft lottery

Third time might be the charm for Scott Perry. The Kings’ general manager is expected to serve as Sacramento’s on-stage representative at the NBA draft lottery on May 10 in Chicago, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 2

Kings Gamble on Risky Guard Prospect in New NBA Mock Draft

The Sacramento Kings are prepared to take a high-level prospect in the 2026 NBA Draft, and while they are guaranteed a top-nine pick, they are hoping for some favorable luck in the lottery.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 2

3 Trade Targets Kings Should Monitor as Teams Get Eliminated

As the NBA playoffs continue, teams have begun to join the lottery-bound teams, which means it's official time to commence trade target season. The Sacramento

Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 1

How Kings' 2026 NBA Draft Selection Could Impact Zach LaVine's Future

With the Sacramento Kings' 2026 offseason underway, all eyes are on Zach LaVine with a huge decision to make. LaVine has a player option worth $49 million next season, but after an underwhelming 2025-26 campaign, there is no telling what is going to happen.

Scott Perry News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 1

Ranking the Top Point Guard Options for Kings in 2026 NBA Draft

While Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry assured that the team would be selecting talent over fit in the 2026 NBA Draft, it is hard to deny the gaping hole in their lineup.

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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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 30

Three Realistic Free Agent Forwards the Kings Should Target

The Sacramento Kings enter another pivotal offseason with roster flexibility and tough decisions ahead, especially in the frontcourt and wing rotation.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 30

Why a Boring Offseason Might be Best for Kings

The Sacramento Kings enter the offseason with more questions than answers, and a roster filled with expensive veterans who not only don't fit their current timeline, but also don't fit with each other.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 30

Two NBA Free Agents the Kings Need to Bring Back This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings have a very busy 2026 offseason ahead of them, and while they are limited financially, free agency will still be key as they look ahead to a hopefully improved 2026-27 season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 29

Kings' Scarce Draft Capital Could Strike Again, And Worse This Time

The Sacramento Kings have a lot of work to do this offseason. Not just to get back to NBA relevance and hopefully back into the playoff picture, but now also to avoid what could be 'relegation' in the newly proposed NBA Draft Lottery.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 29

How Does NBA's Draft Lottery Change Impact the Kings' Rebuild?

The NBA is doing what it can to stop tanking. This season, especially, there seemed to be a tanking epidemic around the NBA, with a handful of teams "trying" to lose in order to secure better positioning in the lottery for a loaded 2026 draft class.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 27

Former Kings GM Explains Reasons He Passed on Luka Dončić

The Sacramento Kings are entering a pivotal offseason where they, along with many teams around the NBA, are hoping for some lottery luck on May 10th. They

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 27

Three NBA Playoff Teams the Kings Should Model Their Future After

The Sacramento Kings are once again searching for a direction that can bring them back into consistent playoff contention. After a season defined by injuries, inconsistency, and roster imbalance, it is clear the team needs a more sustainable blueprint.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 27

Two-Round NBA Mock Draft: Kings Add Three Offensive Standouts

In the early stages of a rebuild phase, the Sacramento Kings are in a great position heading into the 2026 NBA Draft. Not only will they have a high lottery pick, but they also have two second-round picks to use.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / April 24

Re-Signing Russell Westbrook Is a No-Brainer for Sacramento

Russell Westbrook is no longer the player he once was, but his value to the Sacramento Kings goes beyond star-level production. In a season where Sacramento has struggled to find consistency, Westbrook provided steady play, energy, and experience.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / April 24

Grading How the Sacramento Kings’ Rookies Performed This Year

While the Sacramento Kings’ 2025-26 season lacked consistency and success, the team’s rookie class provided flashes of promise in different ways. Although no clear star emerged, each rookie on the roster — Maxime Raynaud, Nique Cifford, and Dylan Cardwell — carved out a role.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 16