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Three Realistic Point Guards the Kings Could Take in 2026 NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings are at a crossroads, and one of their biggest long-term questions continues to sit at the point guard position. Ever since moving on from De’Aaron Fox as their primary engine, the Kings have struggled to find a consistent floor general who can both organize the offense and elevate the roster around him.

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NBA Rookie Power Rankings: Maxime Raynaud Keeps Rising as Race for No. 1 Heats Up

The NBA rookie power rankings are hitting that late-season stretch, where every game swings the narrative. Team success, efficiency, and role all matter now.

Dennis Schroder News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 19

Dennis Schroder Calls Out the Kings for Not Keeping Their Word

The Sacramento Kings made the decision at the trade deadline to ship Keon Ellis and Dennis Schroder to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for De'Andre Hunter.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / March 19

Russell Westbrook Receives Honor Outside the NBA on Wednesday

Russell Westbrook added a new milestone to his resume on Wednesday. The Sacramento Kings point guard did not receive this recognition for his performance on the court.

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The 'Oldest 30-point game by NBA team' quiz

How many of the oldest players to score 30 points or more in a game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 18

Kings' Backup Center Out for Remainder of Season After Surgery

The Sacramento Kings' injury updates continue, as backup center Drew Eubanks joined the list of players set to miss the remainder of the season following successful surgery to repair a torn UCL in his left thumb.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 18

Kings Raynaud Mirroring 3x All-Star, NBA Champion's Rookie Year

The Sacramento Kings don't have much to hang their hat on for this season, but the breakout of second-round draft pick Maxime Raynaud is easily at the top of the list.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 18

Best Fits For the Kings If They Fall Outside of the Top 5

Every week, it feels like we reach a new level of coping with the Sacramento Kings’ draft position. If they’re the worst team in the league, they guarantee a top-5 pick.

Doug Christie News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 18

Kings’ Doug Christie seen ripping smelling salts during 28-point loss to Spurs

The Sacrament0 Kings suffered another tough loss as Doug Christie and his squad fell to the San Antonio Spurs, 132-104, in a game that quickly slipped away.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 18

Raynaud Speaks On Relationship with Wembanyama, Career-Night

After winning four of their last five games, the Sacramento Kings got back in the loss column with a blowout loss against the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs jumped out ahead and never looked back, taking down the Kings 132-104.

Russell Westbrook News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 17

Kings’ Russell Westbrook adds to Hall-of-Fame legacy with latest historic feat

While this season has been a mess for the Sacramento Kings, Russell Westbrook in Year 18 has continued to play hard and help be a leader for the young players alongside him.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 17

Previewing Next Year's Kings Roster With Improved Depth

The Sacramento Kings entered this season with major questions about their roster construction, particularly regarding depth and size. Injuries to key players

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Precious Achiuwa News / Larry Brown Sports / March 17

Watch: Kings player hilariously gets back at a ref after traveling call

Sacramento Kings big man Precious Achiuwa showed no fear when he tried to troll a referee during a game on Sunday. In the third quarter of a game against the Utah Jazz at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif., Achiuwa was hit with a traveling call after trying to finish a lay-up in transition.

NBA News / Field Level Media / March 17

Kings see cause for optimism ahead of matchup with soaring Spurs

The Sacramento Kings get an opportunity to put their improved play on display against a quality, but potentially tired, opponent when they host the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday night.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / March 16

NBA Notes: Kings, DeMar DeRozan, Suns, Schedule, Warriors

DeMar DeRozan was mentioned in trade rumors before the deadline. The Kings ultimately kept their veteran scorer. Right now, they’re probably glad they did.

Drew Eubanks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 16

Kings’ Drew Eubanks to have thumb surgery after torn UCL

The Sacramento Kings suffered another setback late in the 2025-26 NBA season after center Drew Eubanks was diagnosed with a torn ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) in his left thumb.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / March 16

Kings Make NBA Draft Misstep as Season Nears End

For weeks, the Sacramento Kings held onto the top 2026 NBA Draft odds, spurred by the worst record in basketball. It was a long time coming for Sacramento, who entered the season without draft aspirations.

DeMar DeRozan News / Field Level Media / March 16

Kings beat Jazz behind DeMar DeRozan's season-best effort

DeMar DeRozan recorded season highs of 41 points and 11 assists to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 116-111 victory over the visiting Utah Jazz on Sunday night.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / March 15

Drew Eubanks To Undergo Thumb Surgery

Drew Eubanks has been diagnosed with a torn UCL in his left thumb and will undergo surgery to repair it, the Kings announced, per Locked On Kings’ James Ham (Twitter link).

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / March 15

Kings, Killian Hayes Agree To Two-Year Deal

The Kings and free agent guard Killian Hayes have reached an agreement on a two-year contract, agent Yann Balikouzou tells Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

Sacramento Kings News / Total Pro Sports / March 15

Russell Westbrook Makes His Frustration Clear Over Late Coach’s Challenge Just Before DeMar DeRozan’s Free Throws

The closing moments of the March 14 clash between the Sacramento Kings and the LA Clippers were full of drama already. However, an oddly timed coach’s challenge stole all the attention, and one player made it his business to make sure everyone noticed.