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Russell Westbrook airballs wide-open dunk

Russell Westbrook has clearly lost a step since his early days with the Oklahoma City Thunder. Westbrook, who now plays for the Sacramento Kings, resembled a demigod dealing with the sudden loss of his powers Friday in his team’s matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio.

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Cavs topple Kings, but still searching for their best version

Random dribbles from the Cavaliers’ 123-118 win over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. 1. It is not always pretty. It is not always smooth. But the Cavaliers have now won nine of their last 13, and that is the business.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 23

Three Takeaways From Kings' Loss In Cleveland

The Sacramento Kings are coming off a long homestand that saw the team chalk up its first real winning streak of the season. Unfortunately, all good things must end, and the Kings dropped their final three at home in somewhat disappointing fashion .

Dennis Schroder News / Athlon Sports / January 23

Kings' Dennis Schroder Involved in Fan Incident Against Cavaliers

A courtside seat in an NBA game is always going to be a luxury, but it also comes with some danger. One unfortunate fan learned that the hard way on Friday night during a game between the Sacramento Kings and the Cleveland Cavaliers at the Rocket Arena in Cleveland.

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The 'Active NBA 20-point game leaders' quiz

How many of the active NBA players to score 20 points in at least 200 games in their career can you name in seven minutes?

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 23

Kings’ Domantas Sabonis Linked to Four Trade Suitors With One Clear Front-Runner

With the NBA trade deadline now less than two weeks away, rumors surrounding the Sacramento Kings continue to heat up. It would not shock anyone if the Kings traded away their entire roster at this point, although Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, and Keon Ellis seem to be the most likely players to be moved.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Keon Ellis News / Hoops Wire / January 23

Kings’ Keon Ellis continues to draw interest ahead of trade deadline

Keon Ellis might not be playing much for the Kings right now, but that has not cooled his trade market one bit. Ellis has been a DNP-CD in two straight games this week after sitting out two last weekend with a minor knee issue.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 23

The Kings player most likely to be traded before deadline

With the Sacramento Kings surrounded by rumors ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5, there is no doubt a bevy of players that fans think could attract the most interest from teams.

Dylan Cardwell News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 23

Kings Need To Convert This Two-Way Rookie Sooner Than Later

Dylan Cardwell entered the season with the Sacramento Kings as an undrafted rookie who was never expected to factor heavily into the rotation. Like many two-way players, the plan was for him to develop quietly, gain experience, and spend most nights outside of meaningful minutes.

Dylan Cardwell News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

Dylan Cardwell gives heartwarming speech about rookie season amid Kings’ disastrous record

Following a 122-109 loss to the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night, which extended Sacramento’s skid to three games, Cardwell addressed reporters with a candid and emotional postgame reflection on his rookie season and his path to the NBA.

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / January 22

'I’m Extremely Grateful' – Sacramento Kings Star Opens Up on Getting Tributes After Hitting Latest Milestone

The Sacramento Kings paid homage to Russell Westbrook during Wednesday’s home game against the Toronto Raptors, as the former league MVP recently passed Oscar Robertson to become the highest-scoring point guard in NBA history. In the video tribute, Westbrook received messages from his friends, family, and former teammates.

Malik Monk News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

Kings’ Malik Monk narrowly avoids disaster before monster dunk vs. Raptors

The Sacramento Kings suffered their third straight loss after getting pummeled by the Toronto Raptors, 122-109, at Golden 1 Center on Wednesday. The Kings, who were on a four-game winning streak entering the game, had a strong start, taking a nine-point lead at halftime, 61-52.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / January 19

Sacramento Kings Undrafted Rookie Logs First NBA Double-Double

The Sacramento Kings haven't had a stellar season this year, but there are still a few bright spots for fans of the team. Despite a 12-31 record, Sacramento added a trio of rookies in the 2025 NBA Draft, who have shown flashes in their first season of professional basketball.