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Kings' Draft Lottery Odds Become Official After Tiebreaker

In an offseason that will be defined by ping pong balls and an all-important draft day selection, the Sacramento Kings received unfortunate news leading up to the NBA draft lottery, as they lost the tiebreaker and dropped to the fifth spot in the standings.

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Kings Have Clear Priority in Rebuilding Roster, GM Scott Perry Admits

Despite having one of the oldest rosters in the NBA, the Sacramento Kings finished the 2025-26 season tied for last place in the Western Conference with a 22-60 record.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 20

3 Most Important Stats That Need to Change for Kings 2026-27 Season

The Sacramento Kings have no shortage of stats that will need to improve next season if they hope to work their way back into the postseason picture. They finished last season with the 28th-worst defense, 26th-ranked offense, and the third-worst net rating in the league.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 20

Should Kings Consider Trading Down in 2026 NBA Draft?

I caught a post from NoCeilings ’ Tyler Rucker the other day with a unique proposal for the Sacramento Kings. He posed the question of the Chicago Bulls leveraging the pick that will be conveyed to them from the Portland Trail Blazers and their own lottery pick for the Kings’ pick (number five in this scenario).

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The 'NBA playoff double-doubles' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 60 double-doubles in the playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Most Glaring Roster Hole Kings Must Fill This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings head into the offseason with a clear and pressing need that could define the franchise's direction for years to come. While the roster has shown flashes of promise and competitiveness, the lack of a long-term answer at point guard remains the most glaring hole.

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The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history

In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Sacramento Kings NBA Draft Big Board: Top Nine Targets

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie recently spoke about the importance of fit over talent when building a team, and he has a point. The only case where fit doesn’t necessarily supersede talent is when teams are drafting a player to be their focal point.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 19

Kings Trade Chips Who Could Be Moved This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings are heading into a pivotal 2026 offseason, and arguably their most important in recent memory. Not only will the 2026 NBA Draft alter the future of the franchise, but general manager Scott Perry is expected to be busy on the trade market as well.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 18

Kings Reportedly Discussed Trade for Miami Heat All-Star

The Sacramento Kings might have finished their 2025-26 campaign in last place in the Western Conference with 60 losses, but as the NBA playoffs tip off on Saturday, they are in the exact same position as 13 other teams in the league: sitting at home on their couch.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 18

11 Former Sacramento Kings Players to Watch in NBA Playoffs

Sitting tied for last place in the Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings ended their 2025-26 campaign with a 22-60 record. This was the fourth-worst winning percentage in a season in franchise history.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

The Stat That Defined the Kings’ Season: Zero 20-Point Wins

It's no secret that the Sacramento Kings had a down year. They finished 22-60, tied with the Utah Jazz for the fourth-worst record in the league, and are awaiting their fate from the ping pong balls on May 10th for the NBA Draft Lottery.

Ja Morant News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

Are the Kings a Realistic Trade Destination for Ja Morant?

After finishing their 2025-26 season with a 22-60 record, the Sacramento Kings are desperate to turn things around moving forward. General manager Scott Perry suggests that it might be a long process, but there are some ways they could speed up the rebuild phase.

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The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career

LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 17

Kings' Official Draft Strategy Is Exactly What Fans Needed to Hear

The Sacramento Kings are entering a pivotal offseason, and much of the attention is centered on the upcoming NBA Draft, where the team is expected to hold a high lottery pick.

Russell Westbrook News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 16

Russell Westbrook grabs attention with message after 18th season

The Sacramento Kings’ 2025-26 season may have come to a disappointing end as they missed the playoffs for the third consecutive season. But one of the big storylines coming out of the end of the Kings season is what does the future hold for Russell Westbrook.

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The 'NBA minutes-per-game leaders' quiz

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Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Doug Christie Speaks on Kings' Need for Fit Over Talent

The Sacramento Kings enter the offseason with more questions than answers, and a cap sheet that's going to make it difficult for Scott Perry to make any substantial moves.

Nique Clifford News / The Lead / April 16

Nique Clifford Is Making a Bigger Impact Than You Would Think for Kings

Nique Clifford’s impact does not immediately show up in the standings, but his advanced numbers make it difficult to ignore. When Clifford is on the floor, the Sacramento Kings are significantly more competitive.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Russell Westbrook's Kings Future Gets Promising Update From GM Scott Perry

When no other team in the NBA was willing to give him a chance, the Sacramento Kings swooped in and signed future Hall of Fame point guard Russell Westbrook to a one-year deal last offseason.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 16

Kings GM Defends Decision to Retain Doug Christie as Head Coach

Despite a disastrous 22-60 year, the Sacramento Kings are not making any significant changes, yet. First-year head coach Doug Christie was put through the wringer with an injury-ravaged roster, and even though the Kings finished tied for last place in the Western Conference, he is going to get another shot.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings open to bringing back Russell Westbrook

Bringing back Russell Westbrook is on the table in Sacramento, and it sounds like the interest goes both ways. “Russell’s always welcome with me,” Kings GM Scott Perry said, per Tristi Rodriguez of NBC Bay Area.

Doug Christie News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings’ Doug Christie earns support as another big offseason awaits

Kings coach Doug Christie is sticking around, and player development played a big role in that decision, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 15

3 Biggest Questions Facing the Kings This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings' offseason kicked off with exit interviews over the last two days, and while we got some answers and hints at what's to come, there are still more questions than answers heading into Scott Perry's pivotal second offseason in Sacramento.