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Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 4
Kings considering Russell Westbrook reunion, Victor Oladipo signing
Russell Westbrook’s free-agent search could lead him right back to Sacramento. The Kings are considering re-signing Westbrook or adding former All-Star guard Victor Oladipo, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line.
Darius Acuff News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4
Kings linked to 2 All-Star guards to mentor Darius Acuff Jr.
The Sacramento Kings seem to be looking for All-Star guards off the discount rack. The Kings drafted a promising young guard last month in Acuff, who projects to be a high-level scorer after a stellar season at Arkansas.
Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 3
Rick Barry: Russell Westbrook would be ‘nice addition’ for Rockets
Russell Westbrook remains unsigned. Hall of Famer Rick Barry believes the Rockets should consider changing that. In an exclusive interview with Eric Jay Santos of Rockets On SI, Barry said Westbrook could provide experience, depth and toughness for a Houston team trying to contend in the Western Conference.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Zach Lavine News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
Zach LaVine reportedly pulled a cold move on the Kings
Zach LaVine is taking securing the bag to a whole new level. The Sacramento Kings guard LaVine pulled a cold move on the team this offseason, Kings reporter James Ham revealed this week.
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 3
What is the Kings Biggest Long-Term Roster Problem
The Sacramento Kings are entering the 2026-27 season in a very strange position. They are in the midst of a rebuild around Darius Acuff Jr, but still have veterans on the team who are going to have substantial roles this season.
Russell Westbrook News / HITC / August 3
NBA scout explains why he wouldn’t sign Russell Westbrook in free agency ‘in a million years’
Russell Westbrook has still not signed with a new team following his departure from the Sacramento Kings in free agency. He signed a one-year deal with the Kings last summer and averaged 15.2 points and 6.7 assists per game.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 3
Kings Projected to Land Next Franchise Star in Early 2027 NBA Draft
It is no secret that the Sacramento Kings are projected to be one of the worst teams in the NBA next season, but things could work out in their favor. While the new lottery format gives the worst teams a lower chance of landing the top pick in the draft, the Kings could get lucky and land their next franchise star next summer.
Zach Lavine News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 3
Kings rumors: The trade message delivered to Zach LaVine before he took his nearly $49 million player option
Despite speculation of a potential buyout between Zach LaVine and the Sacramento Kings, both sides will reportedly stay together for the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 3
Lakers may have a Plan B for Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers may have no choice but to pursue someone else before free agency and the trade market dries out even more.
Russell Westbrook News / TWSN / August 3
NBA Scout Reveals Why Russell Westbrook Remains a Free Agent
As NBA free agency continues, there might not be as many notable names available as there once were, but one name still stands out as a person who is available, and that is Russell Westbrook.
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.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
DeMar DeRozan may have dropped a hint about his free agency destination
DeMar DeRozan may have dropped a clue about where he wants to take his talents next as he navigates free agency. Early Monday, the six-time NBA All-Star shared a seemingly cryptic post on X, writing “In closing, I remain the same.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 3
Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine
Zach LaVine apparently isn’t headed for the buyout market. The Kings are not considering buying out the two-time All-Star guard, contrary to recent speculation, a league source told Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
Keegan Murray News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 2
Can Keegan Murray Unlock This New Skillset in 5th Season?
The Sacramento Kings are entering a transition season where they have a mix of veterans clinging to the roster and young players coming in to take over in the future.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / August 2
Kings’ Zach LaVine Facing Uncertain Role After Exercising Option
The Kings haven’t made any promises to Zach LaVine regarding his role with the team after the two-time All-Star shooting guard exercised his $49MM player option for 2026/27, according to James Ham, who covers Sacramento for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com, and Locked On Kings.
Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 2
NBA scout on Russell Westbrook: ‘I wouldn’t touch him in a million years’
Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names still available in free agency. Not everyone believes he’s worth the gamble. Speaking to the South Florida Sun Sentinel about potential veteran additions for the Heat, one longtime NBA scout didn’t mince words when asked about the former MVP.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 1
Kings Executive Shares Excitement About Rookie Darius Acuff Jr.
The Sacramento Kings got their guy in the 2026 NBA Draft by selecting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick. In doing so, they added their new franchise point guard and gave themselves a new centerpiece to build their young core around.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 1
The Biggest Development Goal for Kings' 3 Sophomores
The Sacramento Kings are entering an exciting season after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh-overall pick, but much like last year, wins will likely be hard to come by.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
How Darius Acuff Jr. Can Run Away With Rookie of the Year Award
The Sacramento Kings have little to no expectations to compete and get back to the playoffs this season. Not only is nearly everyone projecting them to miss out on the postseason once again, but they are projected to finish near or even at the very bottom of the standings come season's end.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
Predicting the Kings' Top-Five Leading Scorers Next Season
The Sacramento Kings retained most of their team from last season, besides veterans DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook, while also making key additions to their young core.
Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31
1 new potential suitor emerges for Russell Westbrook
A possible lifeline has surfaced for Russell Westbrook. The Houston Rockets are viewed as a “serious destination” for the former NBA MVP Westbrook, according to a report by Sports Illustrated’s Eric Jay Santos.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Baffling suitor emerges for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan's free agency has stretched into late July after the Sacramento Kings waived him earlier in the month.
Isaiah Stevens News / Hoops Rumors / July 27
Kings Waive Isaiah Stevens
4:46 pm: Stevens has been released, per the NBA’s official transaction log. 4:30 pm: The Kings are waiving Isaiah Stevens, who was on a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 26
Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan should only be thinking about one thing right now: his legacy.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 24
Warriors have an obvious free-agency alternative to LeBron James
General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. will have no choice but to pivot.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16
Hugo Gonzalez put skills on display in Celtics' Summer League win
With the Boston Celtics expected to try to make up for the loss of Jaylen Brown by committee, the door is open for young players to earn more of an opportunity than they were initially expecting.
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