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Why Kings' Darius Acuff Jr. Could Be Better Off Without Zach LaVine

Why Kings' Darius Acuff Jr. Could Be Better Off Without Zach LaVine

If you’ve spent any time on X (formerly known as Twitter) and follow basketball, you’ve probably seen posts about Darius Acuff Jr.’s efficiency and impact metrics for the Sacramento Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / October 28
Kings’ winless start comes with a troubling gap in open shots

Kings’ winless start comes with a troubling gap in open shots

The Kings aren’t just missing shots. They’re making life considerably easier for the people shooting against them. That’s the concern behind Sacramento’s 0-4 start, and it goes beyond waiting for somebody to get hot.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 28
2 Brutal Stats Reveal Just How Bad Things Are For Kings

2 Brutal Stats Reveal Just How Bad Things Are For Kings

The Sacramento Kings season is off to a precarious start, to say the least. Not only are they winless through four games, but they look terrible on both ends of the floor.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 28
Hot Seat Meter: Doug Christie's Kings Off to 0-4 Start This Season

Hot Seat Meter: Doug Christie's Kings Off to 0-4 Start This Season

The Sacramento Kings have now lost four consecutive games to start the 2026-27 season, and after their 27-point defeat to the San Antonio Spurs, things are only getting worse.

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The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

The 'NBA scoring champs since 1976' quiz

How many of the NBA scoring champions since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?

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Darius Acuff News / Fadeaway World / October 28
Darius Acuff Jr. Ranks Second In Shot Attempts With 93 As Kings Start 0-4

Darius Acuff Jr. Ranks Second In Shot Attempts With 93 As Kings Start 0-4

The Sacramento Kings haven’t had much to be excited about over the last few years. With an aging core and underwhelming results, the Kings’ ownership has had good reason to be disappointed with the franchise.

NBA News / Yardbarker
Every NBA team's X-factor for the 2026-27 season

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.

Domantas Sabonis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 28
Domantas Sabonis grabs attention with 10-word post after Kings’ 4th straight loss

Domantas Sabonis grabs attention with 10-word post after Kings’ 4th straight loss

The Sacramento Kings sank to the bottom of the Western Conference on Tuesday as they remained winless in four games. The Kings were trampled by the San Antonio Spurs, 130-103, at Frost Bank Center.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28
Julian Champagnie puts up historically hot first half in Spurs' win

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.

Spurs nearly flawless in 80-point first half, keep Kings winless
All it took was a rookie for Spurs to suddenly face a new roster dilemma
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Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
 Dream sell out Game 6 of WNBA Finals despite scheduling issue
Dream blame scheduling debacle on WNBA in open letter
 Dream blame scheduling debacle on WNBA in open letter
Angel Reese had a defiant message after Dream's Game 5 loss
 Angel Reese had a defiant message after Dream's Game 5 loss to the Valkyries
Valkyries regain home-court advantage in WNBA Finals Game 4 battle
 WNBA Finals takeaways: Valkyries regain home-court advantage in defensive Game 4 battle
NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 27
Three Takeaways From Kings' Disheartening Loss To Spurs

Three Takeaways From Kings' Disheartening Loss To Spurs

Well, the Sacramento Kings' search for their first win of the season continues, as they fell big to the San Antonio Spurs 130-103 to drop to 0-4 on the season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 27
Kings Injury Report: 4 Players Ruled Out vs. Spurs

Kings Injury Report: 4 Players Ruled Out vs. Spurs

The Sacramento Kings are off to a cold start in the 2026-27 season. After losing all five preseason games, the Kings have also started the regular season with three consecutive losses, and their cold streak likely won't end as soon as they'd like.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

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 / Hoops Rumors / October 26
Kings Announce Injury Updates On Murray, Raynaud, Cardwell

Kings Announce Injury Updates On Murray, Raynaud, Cardwell

Kings forward Keegan Murray will be reevaluated in 10-to-14 days after being diagnosed with left ankle capsulitis, the team announced in a press release.

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 The 'Rushing-record by NFL team' quiz
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 The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz
Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26
Kings’ Keegan Murray, Maxine Raynaud out until November with injuries

Kings’ Keegan Murray, Maxine Raynaud out until November with injuries

The Sacramento Kings will have to wait until at least November to get some injured players back on the roster. The Kings released the latest medical updates on their players on Monday, particularly concerning the statuses of centers Maxime Raynaud and Dyland Cardwell and forward Keegan Murray, via NBA insider Marc Stein.

Darius Acuff News / Hoops Habit / October 26
Darius Acuff Jr. taking all the shots with Sacramento is being blown out of proportion

Darius Acuff Jr. taking all the shots with Sacramento is being blown out of proportion

The Sacramento Kings have been nothing short of a disaster for the last 25 years. Since all their playoff heartbreaks in the 2000s, they have not been able to recover as a franchise.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / October 26
Kings Exercise Third-Year Option On Nique Clifford

Kings Exercise Third-Year Option On Nique Clifford

The Kings have picked up their 2027/28 option on second-year guard/forward Nique Clifford, general manager Scott Perry announced today (Twitter link via Sean Cunningham of KCRA News).

Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 26
Zach LaVine Gets Brutally Honest About Kings' Leadership

Zach LaVine Gets Brutally Honest About Kings' Leadership

After falling to the Memphis Grizzlies to start the season 0-3, it seems like frustration is starting to mount for the Sacramento Kings. After the loss, Zach LaVine was asked how the acclimation process has been as the team learns how to play together.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 26
Making Sense of the Kings' Unexpected Lineup Decision in Grizzlies Loss

Making Sense of the Kings' Unexpected Lineup Decision in Grizzlies Loss

The Sacramento Kings are now 0-3 on the season, coming off a home loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Keep in mind, we have yet to see this Kings team at full strength, with Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell still injured and Keegan Murray missing Sunday night's game, but things are not looking great.

Darius Acuff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26
Kings G Darius Acuff Jr. is chucking at unprecedented levels in NBA history

Kings G Darius Acuff Jr. is chucking at unprecedented levels in NBA history

Sacramento Kings rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. reached a historic milestone in Sunday night’s 123-112 loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, setting a new NBA record for field-goal attempts through a player’s first three career games.

Zach Lavine News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 26
Zach LaVine points out issue amid Kings’ 0-3 start to 2026 season

Zach LaVine points out issue amid Kings’ 0-3 start to 2026 season

Probably to the surprise of no one, the Sacramento Kings are off to a 0-3 start to the season. The Kings lost to the Memphis Grizzlies, 123-112, at Golden 1 Center on Sunday.

Malik Monk News / Athlon Sports / October 23
Final Injury Report for Trail Blazers-Kings: Will Malik Monk Play?

Final Injury Report for Trail Blazers-Kings: Will Malik Monk Play?

The Sacramento Kings are at home Friday night as they host the Portland Trail Blazers in a Western Conference matchup. Sacramento enters Friday’s game with an 0-1 record after losing on the road to the Los Angeles Clippers Wednesday night.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / October 23
Kings adding G League standout

Kings adding G League standout

The Kings have found another guard, this time by turning to the reigning G League Rookie of the Year. Sean Pedulla has agreed to a two-way contract with Sacramento, agent George S.

Ben Simmons News / EssentiallySports / October 20
Ben Simmons’ Career Takes Cruel Turn as Marc Spears Reveals Kings Captaincy Plans Before Achilles Tear

Ben Simmons’ Career Takes Cruel Turn as Marc Spears Reveals Kings Captaincy Plans Before Achilles Tear

Ben Simmons appeared to have found his calling (second calling) in Sacramento after spending an entire season away from the NBA. His preseason performances had given the Kings no doubt about their investment.

Adam Flagler News / Hoops Rumors / October 19
Kings Release Two-Way Player Adam Flagler

Kings Release Two-Way Player Adam Flagler

The Kings have waived two-way player Adam Flagler, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via Kings insider James Ham). Flagler signed his two-way contract with Sacramento in July.

Ben Simmons News / Stadium Rant / October 19
Ben Simmons Achilles Injury: Kings Guard Expected To Miss 2026-27 Season

Ben Simmons Achilles Injury: Kings Guard Expected To Miss 2026-27 Season

The Ben Simmons Achilles injury has interrupted his Sacramento Kings comeback after the guard tore his right Achilles during practice Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Ben Simmons News / Yardbarker / October 18
Ben Simmons’ NBA comeback on pause after torn Achilles

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.

Kings waive Elfrid Payton, two others
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Elfrid Payton News / Hoops Wire / October 17
Kings waive Elfrid Payton, two others

Kings waive Elfrid Payton, two others

The Kings have waived veteran guard Elfrid Payton, along with Tristen Newton and Viktor Lakhin, the team announced Saturday, via Sean Cunningham of NBC Sacramento.

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