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The Sacramento Kings might have suffered a crushing 24-point loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in their preseason opener, but we can look past the result.

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Acuff and Sabonis Have Potential To Be Kings' Best Offensive Duo In Years

The Sacramento Kings preseason didn't kick off like anyone hoped, as they fell big to the Los Angeles Lakers 127-103, but that doesn't mean there were no positive takeaways from the blowout loss.

Doug Christie News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6

Doug Christie pinpoints how Kings can improve defensively in 2026

Ahead of the 2026-27 season, Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie wants to see improvement on the defensive end of the floor. After the Kings signed Ben Simmons for a comeback season in the NBA, perhaps he’ll become an anchor for Sacramento’s identity.

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Ben Simmons News / Fadeaway World / October 6

NBA Insider Says Ben Simmons Had An 'Outstanding' Training Camp; Could Start For Kings Within A Month

Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons looked like a shadow of his former self in his last few years in the NBA, but if Andscape’s Marc J. Spears is to be believed, he might be making a strong comeback.

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Darius Acuff News / TWSN / October 6

The Sacramento Kings Should Give Darius Acuff Jr. the Keys to Their Future

The Sacramento Kings just played their preseason opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. While they lost 127-103, they got to see glimpses of hope from rookie Darius Acuff Jr.

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Ben Simmons News / HITC / October 6

‘Like he did in Philly’ – NBA insider says Ben Simmons set to complete ‘tremendous’ Kings comeback

Ben Simmons is hoping to make an NBA comeback with the Sacramento Kings, and early reports suggest his return could be successful. Simmons signed a one-year minimum contract with the Kings this offseason, marking his return to the NBA after an entire season out of the league.

Darius Acuff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 6

Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. identifies Sacramento’s issue after getting blown out by Lakers

Kings coach Doug Christie’s team squared off against a game Lakers squad in the preseason opener that had Luka Doncic torching the nets from the opening stanza and rookie Darius Acuff Jr.

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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 / October 6

Three Takeaways From Kings Preseason Debut, Big Loss to Lakers

Well, it wasn't perfect, and the Sacramento Kings certainly have a long way to go as they continue their rebuild, but it was NBA basketball! The Kings fell big to the Los Angeles Lakers 127-103, but we got our first glimpse at the new rotations and, more importantly, Darius Acuff Jr.

NBA News / Viral Sports News / October 5

Sacramento Kings Suddenly Terminate Contracts of 2 Players

The Sacramento Kings have waived camp invitees Sean East II and Viktor Lakhin, trimming the roster as training camp narrows toward the regular season, via the NBA transaction log.

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Ben Simmons News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 5

Kings Get Update on Ben Simmons' Status for Preseason Opener vs. Lakers

The Sacramento Kings will have to wait to see Ben Simmons make his debut. The team is opening up its 2026 preseason slate on Monday night at home against the Los Angeles Lakers, but Simmons is not expected to suit up.

Domantas Sabonis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 5

Kings’ Domantas Sabonis shuts down ‘made up’ trade rumors

Despite all of the trade rumors surrounding Sacramento Kings’ Domantas Sabonis, he’s committed to sticking around as the team rebuilds. After one Kings insider was forced to refute a trade centered on Sabonis and the Charlotte Hornets, the veteran forward set the record straight ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 5

Three Things to Watch For As Kings Kick Off Preseason In Sacramento

The Miami Heat and Toronto Raptors faced off in Quebec to mark the start of the NBA’s preseason schedule, and the rest of the league isn’t far behind. The Sacramento Kings have been gearing up to face the Los Angeles Lakers with an intense training camp, and according to head coach Doug Christie, the air around the team feels different this year.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / October 5

Key Takeaways from Kings Media Day and Training Camp

The Sacramento Kings find themselves in an interesting position as they head into the 2026-27 regular season. Last season, the squad lost multiple starters to season-ending injuries, but their key pieces are back and healthy.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 5

Every Kings Debut to Watch for in Preseason Opener vs. Lakers

We will finally get real Sacramento Kings basketball for the first time in six months on Monday night. The Kings are hosting the Los Angeles Lakers in Sacramento's Golden 1 Center on Monday, giving the home fans a taste of what this new-look team might have in store this season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 4

One Kings Player Most Likely to Break Out This Season

The Sacramento Kings have expectations as low as any team in the NBA this season, but that could work in their favor. Projected to be one of the league's worst teams, the Kings are playing with a chip on their shoulder, and every player in Sacramento has something to prove.