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Dennis Schröder Limited in Practice as Season Opener Approaches

The Sacramento Kings kick off their season on Wednesday against the Phoenix Suns, and will already be without the services of both Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis.

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Three Biggest X-Factors For Kings To Shock NBA World

The Sacramento Kings don't have many expectations around the league for the upcoming season, as the Western Conference continues to be a gauntlet year after year, but that doesn't mean they aren't doing their best to win.

Russell Westbrook News / Ball Exclusives / October 20

Russell Westbrook shares what he’s grateful for at this point in his NBA career

Russell Westbrook’s NBA future was in doubt all summer. That uncertainty was erased when the 2017 MVP signed a one-year deal with the Sacramento Kings.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 20

Predicting Kings' Opening Night Lineup After Domantas Sabonis Injury

The Sacramento Kings are gearing up to take on the Phoenix Suns for their 2025-26 regular season opener on Wednesday night. However, the Kings will have a much different look than many would expect.

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Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / October 20

2025-26 Sacramento Kings Season Prediction: Playoff Team Or Another Disappointing Campaign?

After a tough stretch of seasons, the Sacramento Kings are once again entering the new NBA season with some hope, and this time, the talent might match the rising expectations.

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The 25 greatest nicknames in NBA history

Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.

Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 20

Russell Westbrook has amusing reaction to retirement talk

New Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook has no intention to walk from the sport of basketball, even as he bounces around from team to team.

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Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / October 19

Russell Westbrook makes a notable statement about his NBA future

Russell Westbrook is not ready for his last dance just yet. The former NBA MVP guard Westbrook spoke with reporters on Sunday after signing with the Sacramento Kings on a free agent deal earlier in the week.

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Sacramento Kings News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19

The Sacramento Kings are set to start the 2025-26 season without star player after sudden injury

The NBA world did not have high expectations for the Sacramento Kings ahead of the 2025-26 season. They might struggle even worse than expected because star player Domantas Sabonis has suffered an injury ahead of opening night against the Phoenix Suns.

Domantas Sabonis News / Field Level Media / October 18

Domantas Sabonis (hamstring) to be reevaluated in one week

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 hamstring strain and will be reevaluated in one week, per multiple media reports.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 18

NBA Moves: Kings, Terence Davis, Wizards, Alondes Williams, Grizzlies

The Kings have waived veteran guard Terence Davis, per Sean Cunningham of KCRA News. The move finalizes Sacramento’s 15-man roster ahead of opening night.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / October 18

Kings’ Rookie Quietly Put Together Top Preseason

There have been several notable preseason performances from the 2025 NBA Draft class. Cooper Flagg has played strong halves for the Mavericks, debuting his two-way prowess.

Terence Davis News / Hoops Rumors / October 18

Kings waive veteran guard

The Kings have waived guard Terence Davis, the team’s radio reporter Sean Cunningham tweets.

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Doug Christie News / Last Word On Sports / October 16

Kings HC Doug Christie Making Same Mistake As Mike Brown?

Is Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie going to make the same mistake as his predecessor? That is to say, he hasn’t stopped being a player’s coach, his messages landing more softly on the tarmac.