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Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Kings embracing the fact everyone thinks they will stink
Apparently, the Kings are aware nobody thinks they’re going to be any good. Like, very aware. Sacramento enters the season with expectations somewhere around the basement, and several Kings players acknowledged at Media Day that they’ve noticed.
Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
How 2026 Offseason Will Shape a Critical Year for Maxime Raynaud
It’s not every day that the 42nd pick in the draft becomes a main part of a team’s future. Most of the time, second-round picks are players struggling
Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
Doug Christie Speaks On Goals For Kings Season, Defensive Identity
The Sacramento Kings held their media day as the 2026-27 NBA season unofficially kicks off, and as it generally goes for media days, the flurry of information and answers is almost overwhelming.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Ben Simmons News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Ben Simmons ready to ‘dominate’ when on court with Kings
A year away from basketball apparently did Ben Simmons some good. Just don’t suggest he took the year off because he doesn’t care about the game. “That’s bulls–t,” Simmons said Monday at Kings Media Day, via Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
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.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
What Darius Acuff Jr. Said at Kings Media Day and Why It Matters
While everyone has been talking about the signing of Ben Simmons, the Sacramento Kings' most important offseason addition was undoubtedly Darius Acuff Jr.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Kings Reporters Caught On Hot Mic Calling Ben Simmons 'Cringe' And Zach LaVine 'Hella Fine' During Media Day
The Sacramento Kings were among the 28 NBA teams that held their media day on Monday, and some reporters in attendance at Golden 1 Center have gone viral for all the wrong reasons.
Sacramento Kings News / HITC / September 29
‘So smooth…’ Kings reporter caught ranking Zach LaVine and Ben Simmons’ looks at NBA Media Day
An unchecked hot mic led to one Sacramento Kings reporter’s harsh comments about Ben Simmons and Zach LaVine being heard by everyone. With several NBA teams hosting their Media Day ahead of the 2026-27 season, reporters were in attendance to speak to players.
Ben Simmons News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Ben Simmons Speaks On NBA Comeback, Expectations From Kings, And More
The 2026-27 season is less than a month away, and, like every year, there are several stories to look forward to. While a new season also presents many with a chance at redemption, no one will be as eager to prove themselves as Ben Simmons.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 28
Ben Simmons Sends Hopeful Message to Kings Rookie Darius Acuff Jr.
Guess what day it is! No, not hump day… It's NBA media day, which means that we’re less than a week away from preseason basketball. The Sacramento Kings
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.
Ben Simmons News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 28
Kings’ Ben Simmons reveals top goal for NBA comeback with Sacramento
Former Clippers forward Ben Simmons sat out the 2025-26 NBA season but signed with the Sacramento Kings this offseason giving him a chance at redemption.
Scott Perry News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 28
Scott Perry Shares Franchise Mandate For Kings 2026-27 Season
The Sacramento Kings enter the 2026-27 NBA season with little to no expectations around the league, but that doesn't mean they don't have internal goals to accomplish in their second year under General Manager Scott Perry.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 28
3 Biggest Questions Heading Into Kings Media Day
The time has finally come. Media day is here for the Sacramento Kings, and we're finally going to start getting answers to the multitude of questions surrounding the rebuilding team.
Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / September 27
Sacramento Kings 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Sacramento Kings are coming off another disappointing season, finishing 22-60 in 2025-26. Now, they enter the year with a projected starting lineup that has played zero games together and new pieces across the board.
Domantas Sabonis News / NBA on ClutchPoints / September 23
The bottom line with Domantas Sabonis trade buzz as Kings face harsh reality
The Sacramento Kings have consistently looked to move on from Domantas Sabonis this offseason, with the franchise looking to head in a new direction. Of late, a potential sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons for Jalen Duren has been widely seen as one of the most plausible solutions.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 22
Domantas Sabonis’ Trade Value Revealed: Not Good News For The Kings
The Sacramento Kings are in no position to compete, but they have yet to go all-in on a full rebuild. With Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine still on the team, win-now veterans remain part of the core rotation, despite minimal expectations.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 21
Jalen Duren market gets new twist as surprise team emerges to challenge Kings
The Jalen Duren situation in Detroit has turned messy, and with training camp set to begin soon, that front remains without a clear path to a resolution.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Kings To Sign Elfrid Payton
Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to sign with the Kings, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who reports that Payton will compete to earn a regular season roster spot in Sacramento.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / September 14
Kings Announce Changes To Coaching, Basketball Ops. Staffs
In a press release on Monday, the Kings announced several changes to their coaching and basketball operations staffs for the 2026/27. Veteran NBA assistant Brendan Suhr is a new assistant coach on Doug Christie’s staff.
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