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Keegan Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8
Kings crowd left in stunned silence after scary Keegan Murray fall vs. Heat
On Sunday night, Keegan Murray made his return for the Sacramento Kings in a tussle against the Miami Heat after a seven-game absence due to a left ankle injury.
Domantas Sabonis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8
Why Kings star Domantas Sabonis isn’t playing against Heat
The Sacramento Kings will be without Domantas Sabonis on Sunday night when they host the Miami Heat at Golden 1 Center, adding another twist to what has already been a turbulent start for the big man amid swirling trade rumors.
The '1,500-point, 150-block seasons' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score at least 1,500 points while also rejecting at least 150 shots in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season
Who is the X factor for every NBA player this season? We’re not talking about the go-to guy, like Nikola Jokic or Steph Curry. It could be a big-name player, an all-star, or a bench player, but they are the pivot point for their team.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / November 8
Tom Crean makes pitch to Kings: Sign Victor Oladipo
The Kings have a roster opening. Tom Crean has a suggestion. And that would be to sign Victor Oladipo. Crean, who coached Oladipo at Indiana, made a public pitch Sunday for Sacramento to bring in his former player.
Nique Clifford News / Hoops Wire / November 8
Kings considering Leaky Black promotion after Nique Clifford trade
The Kings’ next roster addition could already be in their locker room. Sacramento is considering elevating Leaky Black from his two-way contract after agreeing to trade Nique Clifford to the Thunder, according to James Ham of The Kings Beat.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / November 8
Kings trading Nique Clifford to Thunder for two second-round picks
The Kings are trading second-year wing Nique Clifford to the Thunder for two second-round picks, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Sacramento will receive the Jazz’s 2028 second-round pick and the Timberwolves’ 2030 second-rounder, The Athletic’s Sam Amick reported.
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 / November 8
Instant Grade: Kings Trade Guard Nique Clifford to OKC Thunder
The Sacramento Kings have made their first trade of the 2026-27 regular season, and it is certainly not what anybody would've expected. With trade rumors circulating about the team's veterans, the Kings are actually parting ways with one of their recent first-round picks.
Nique Clifford News / Hoops Rumors / November 8
Kings Trading Nique Clifford To Thunder For Two Second-Round Picks
The Kings are trading Nique Clifford to the Thunder for two second-round picks, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter links). The second-rounders heading to the Kings will be Utah’s in 2028 and Minnesota’s in 2030, per Sam Amick of The Athletic (Twitter link).
Keegan Murray News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 8
Heat vs. Kings injury report: Keegan Murray upgraded
The Sacramento Kings received a potential boost ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Miami Heat, as Keegan Murray has been upgraded to questionable. The forward had previously been listed as out while dealing with a left ankle issue.
Sacramento Kings News / HITC / November 8
‘The big thing’: De’Aaron Fox says what he knew about Darius Acuff Jr. before he even joined the Kings
Darius Acuff Jr. has been the shining light for the Sacramento Kings this season. The Kings have won just one of their first eight games this campaign.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / November 8
Kings keep losing, but lack of progress makes slow start harder to take
The Kings weren’t expected to win much. They were supposed to learn something about the players who might eventually help them do it. At 1-8, with seven double-digit losses, even that part has been difficult.
Sacramento Kings News / Lindy's Sports / November 7
Doug Christie explains why his Seattle High School is an NBA draft factory
Doug Christie has spent more than three decades in the NBA as a player, broadcaster and now head coach of the Sacramento Kings. Ask him where it started, though, and he points to a handful of blocks in South Seattle.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / November 7
Kings' Three Biggest Disappointments Early This Season
The Sacramento Kings didn't come into the season with many expectations, but sitting at 1-8 with seven double-digit losses, it feels even worse than expected to start the season.
Darius Acuff News / NBA Draft on SI / November 7
NBA Rookies: Darius Acuff Jr. Offers Impressive First Impression
Darius Auff Jr., came into the NBA as one the most divisive rookies in his class. A 6-foot-1 guard prospect, he went No. 7 overall to the Kings. He's gotten off to an interesting start, averaging over 25 points per game but on an inefficient 50% true shooting from the field.
Domantas Sabonis News / Hoops Wire / November 7
Kings could have options on Domantas Sabonis, but need reason to deal
The Kings may eventually have a decision to make on Domantas Sabonis. That doesn’t mean they need to rush into one. First, there’s the supposed friction with rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr.
Domantas Sabonis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / November 7
2 best Domantas Sabonis trade destinations amid rumored unhappiness with dreadful Kings
There have been some rumblings going around that Domantas Sabonis is unhappy with both his situation and his role with the Sacramento Kings. Tim MacMahon
NBA News / Yardbarker / November 6
Luka Doncic defends female referee after fan throws basketball at her, helps get him escorted from arena
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luke Doncic is constantly criticized for complaining to NBA referees. On Monday night against the Sacramento Kings, though, instead of yelling at a ref, he was defending one.
Zach Lavine News / Fadeaway World / November 5
Zach LaVine Calls Out Lakers And Kings’ Poor Defense After Loss: 'They’ve Got Some Bad Defenders'
The Los Angeles Lakers continued their impressive start to the season with a 116-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night, improving to 7-2 behind another dominant performance from Luka Doncic.
Sacramento Kings News / Lindy's Sports / November 3
Sacramento Kings finally win (harder questions start now)
The Sacramento Kings won for the first time this season Monday night, beating the Dallas Mavericks 115-100 on the road to improve to 1-6. They became the last NBA team to get a win.
Darius Acuff News / Yardbarker / November 2
Kings' Darius Acuff Jr. ties NBA rookie record, passes NBA legend amid historic stretch
Acuff made history for the second game in a row.
Doug Christie News / Hoops Rumors / October 30
Kings' Doug Christie not yet on hot seat despite team's putrid start
The Kings’ poor start has led to speculation around the NBA that head coach Doug Christie might already be on the hot seat.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 29
Kings' Ben Simmons uses one word to describe himself amid Achilles recovery
Ben Simmons is opening the Sacramento Kings' season in a walking boot and on a knee scooter, and he still describes his game with complete confidence.
NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
Julian Champagnie puts up historically hot first half in Spurs' win
Known for his durability, Champagnie opened the 2026-27 season after playing in all 82 regular-season games in back-to-back years.
Ben Simmons News / Yardbarker / October 18
Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback on pause after injury during Kings’ practice
Former NBA Rookie of the Year Ben Simmons was touted as a generational talent before he entered the league. His rare blend of size, athleticism, power, defense and passing ability made him one of the most tantalizing players in the NBA.
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