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‘Living month to month’- Former NBA star reveals biggest ‘politician’ regret from his career
In a recent podcast appearance, former Sacramento Kings player Willie Cauley-Stein opened up on what he regrets most from his time in the NBA. Willie Cauley-Stein lived the dream for seven years, playing for multiple NBA teams.
Russell Westbrook News / EssentiallySports / August 15
'You Didn’t Look at Him the Same': Gilbert Arenas Reveals How Russell Westbrook’s Legacy Was Tarnished
The reactions to Russell Westbrook’s retirement are following a recurring theme. The NBA world is mostly up in arms defending his unfair legacy. Even former
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 14
Kings Among NBA's Most Undesirable Teams in 2026-27 Schedule Release
The Sacramento Kings' 2026-27 schedule has been fully released. There are a few things that Kings fans can look forward to, like Darius Acuff Jr.'s debut, De'Aaron Fox and Mike Brown's return to Sacramento, and even DeMar DeRozan's return once he signs with his next team.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
NBA News / Stadium Rant / August 14
Russell Westbrook Retires After 18 Seasons: Career Stats, Records and Legacy
Russell Westbrook has retired from the NBA after 18 seasons, ending one of the most explosive, productive and debated careers in modern basketball. The 37-year-old announced his retirement on August 12, 2026, through social media rather than a traditional press conference.
The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time
The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 14
2x NBA All-Star Victor Oladipo Hints at Potential Kings Signing
The Sacramento Kings need to sign at least one more player for the 2026-27 season, and there is an expectation that they will add a veteran guard to the mix.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 14
How Darius Acuff Jr. Can Break Two Kings Rookie Records
The Sacramento Kings come into the season with a new energy, thanks in large part to Darius Acuff Jr. The seventh overall pick comes in as the hopeful next star for Sacramento and will immediately be handed the keys to the kingdom in his first NBA season.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / August 14
Russell Westbrook Finds Post-Retirement Opportunities As Nick Young And Ice Cube Attempt To Recruit Him
NBA fans were dealt some shocking news as Russell Westbrook recently announced his retirement on social media. After a spectacular 18-year stint marked by several noteworthy accomplishments, the curtain has officially come down on Westbrook’s career.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 13
Magic Johnson sends powerful message on Russell Westbrook’s retirement
Former MVP Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from basketball after 18 seasons, and a legendary Lakers point guard is showing him love. Magic Johnson took to his X account to pay tribute to Westbrook.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 13
Kings Catch A Huge Break With 2026-27 Schedule Compared to Last Season
With the full NBA schedule out , the Sacramento Kings can breathe a sigh of relief. They'll still have to play every team in the league throughout the season, but compared to last year, the schedule starts off much easier at the beginning of the campaign.
Sacramento Kings News / Trade Talk Sports / August 13
Could Russell Westbrook Really Show Up in the BIG3?
Russell Westbrook officially closed the book on his NBA career this week, announcing his retirement in a video narrated by Michael B. Jordan. After 18 seasons, nine All-Star appearances, and the league’s all-time triple-double record, he’s done in the NBA.
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 / August 13
5 Most Interesting Games on the Kings' 2026-27 Schedule
The 2026-27 NBA season is inching closer, and Thursday's official schedule release has now given fans something to look forward to. For the Sacramento Kings, fans are eager to see this new-look team in action, especially when it comes to the improving young core that will determine the fate of the franchise.
Russell Westbrook News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 13
Russell Westbrook Reportedly Turned Down Kings Offer Before Retirement
The Sacramento Kings still have just 13 players on standard contracts, and they need to reach the 14-man mark, ideally before the 2026-27 season starts.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14
Kendrick Perkins has interesting all-time Thunder rankings after Russell Westbrook’s retirement
Russell Westbrook’s retirement gives everyone a chance to look back at his incredible basketball career and weigh his legacy. Westbrook is unquestionably
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 13
Why Victor Oladipo Would Be Perfect Final Offseason Move for Kings
With the news of Russell Westbrook's retirement , the Sacramento Kings received at least a partial answer to one of their biggest remaining questions for the offseason.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
The top 25 NBA players of the past five years: 20-16
Part two of YardBarker’s Top 25 NBA players of the past 25 years is here.
Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / August 13
Russell Westbrook leaves legacy bigger than basketball after NBA retirement
Westbrook put together one of the greatest careers the NBA has ever seen, but that’s not what he wants people to remember about him.
The two teams that were interested in signing Russell Westbrook before his surprise retirement
Russell Westbrook has officially walked away from his career as an NBA player, announcing his retirement amid the 2026 offseason. The former MVP, who is also the all-time leader in triple-doubles, averaged 15.2 points, 6.7 assists, and 5.4 rebounds last season with the Sacramento Kings, his 18th and final season in the NBA.
Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / August 12
Russell Westbrook had offers from 2 NBA teams before retirement
After 18 seasons in the NBA, Russell Westbrook decided to retire ahead of the 2026-27 season. Westbrook announced his decision on Wednesday in a video on social media that was narrated by Michael B.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 12
Russell Westbrook announces retirement, caps off legendary NBA career
Westbrook's time as the face of the Oklahoma City Thunder for over a decade is what basketball fans will remember the nine-time All-Star for.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / August 12
DeMar DeRozan's next team is obvious, but there's a holdup
Why mutual interest hasn't yet led to a deal for DeRozan.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 10
DeMar DeRozan News / TWSN / August 10
DeMar DeRozan's Perfect Fit Isn't With Who You Think
The NBA free agency market has been more interesting this Summer than it has in a long time, and though most of the biggest names are off the board, there are still some pretty big names who are currently without a team.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / August 5
Lakers facing another competitor for Jonathan Kuminga
Could the Lakers have more competition in trying to land Kuminga?
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