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'I Thought He Got a Little Gassed' – Sacramento Kings Star Receives Honest Verdict From Coach in Return Vs. Washington Wizards

Domantas Sabonis made his much-awaited on-court return on Friday night, helping the Sacramento Kings register a 128-115 home victory against the Washington Wizards for their fourth consecutive win.

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Domantas Sabonis returns to help Kings take down Wizards

Russell Westbrook made a season-best six 3-pointers and scored 26 points and Domantas Sabonis energized the Kings in his first appearance since Nov. 16 to help Sacramento produce a 128-115 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 16

Air Jordan 10 ‘Sacramento Kings’ rumored for December 2026

With Nike and Air Jordan continuing to expand their retro collection throughout 2026, fans will be treated to newly developing release dates in the upcoming weeks.

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The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 16

What Sabonis' Return Means For Kings' Young Frontcourt

Yesterday, the Sacramento Kings announced that Domantas Sabonis would be questionable for tonight’s game against the Washington Wizards. Sabonis hasn’t been officially upgraded to available, but the expectation is that he will be by game time.

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The biggest 'what if' moment for every NBA franchise

It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / January 16

Kings, Clippers discussed trade centered on DeMar DeRozan

The Kings and Clippers did some early trade-table poking, but timing appears to have changed the tone. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the teams discussed a framework that would have sent Sacramento’s DeMar DeRozan and Keon Ellis to Los Angeles in exchange for Los Angeles forward John Collins and a minor salary add-on.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 16

Kings Reportedly Had Trade Talks for Two NBA Veteran Forwards

With the NBA trade deadline right around the corner, the Sacramento Kings, along with many other teams, are preparing to make some significant roster changes.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 15

Suddenly hot Kings take aim at woeful Wizards

The Sacramento Kings are flying high and look to extend their season-best winning streak to four games when they host the Washington Wizards on Friday night.

DeMar DeRozan News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

DeMar DeRozan gets completely honest on Kings’ 3-game win streak

In a 112-101 win against the New York Knicks, DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings beat a playoff contending team for the third consecutive time. Kings coach Doug Christie called it grown man basketball after a 12-point win against the Knicks, which came on the heels of wins against the Houston Rockets and the Los Angeles Lakers.

Domantas Sabonis News / Hoops Rumors / January 15

Domantas Sabonis (Knee) Could Return Friday For Kings

Three-time All-Star center Domantas Sabonis was a full participant during Thursday’s practice and the Kings are optimistic he could return as soon as Friday’s game against Washington, reports Sean Cunningham of KCRA News (Twitter video link).

Doug Christie News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 15

Kings’ Doug Christie giddy over ‘grown man basketball’ played in beatdown of Knicks

The Sacramento Kings stunned the New York Knicks 112-101, pulling off the biggest upset of the season. On a night that was supposed to be a Mike Brown revenge game, the Kings did the unthinkable.

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / January 15

'There’s a Not a Selfish Bone In His Body' – Sacramento Kings Forward Gets Praise For 'Revenge Game' Against Former Team

Precious Achiuwa put up season highs in scoring and rebounds to help the Sacramento Kings secure a 112-101 home victory over the New York Knicks on Wednesday night for their third win in a row.

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / January 15

DeMar DeRozan leading the Kings back from the dead

After a humiliating 137-103 loss to their Northern California rivals capped off a seven-game losing streak, the Sacramento Kings looked like the worst team in the NBA.

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NBA News / Hoops Wire / January 14

NBA Notes: Kings, Malik Monk, Bulls, Matas Buzelis, Hawks

After spending an extended stretch outside Doug Christie’s rotation, Malik Monk has resurfaced in a meaningful way for the Kings. Monk logged 26 and 32 minutes in back-to-back wins over Houston and the Lakers, scoring 15 and 26 points, respectively, as Sacramento pulled off a pair of unexpected upsets.