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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 2

Kings Rookie Nique Clifford in Awe After LeBron James Matchup

The Sacramento Kings fell to the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night in a 128-104 loss, sending them back to the loser's circle after winning two of their previous three games.

NBA News / HITC / March 2

Russell Westbrook gets technical foul for mocking Luka Doncic missing a free throw

A brief exchange of emotion became an early storyline in the Lakers’ latest victory. Russell Westbrook received an early technical foul during the Sacramento Kings’ game against the Los Angeles Lakers after reacting to Luka Doncic at the free-throw line.

NBA News / Total Pro Sports / March 2

Russell Westbrook & Maxi Kleber Get Under Each Other’s Skin During Heated On-Court Moment

Sacramento Kings star Russell Westbrook’s tension with his former team, the Los Angeles Lakers, is anything but fading. Just last month, in a postgame interview, Westbrook made it clear that there’s nothing he enjoys more than beating his old teams—a subtle jab at the Lakers.

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Daeqwon Plowden News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 2

Kings Two-Way Player Taking Advantage of Recent Opportunity

In the fluid and unpredictable world of the NBA, two-way players often have to make the most of limited opportunities to earn consistent minutes. Sacramento Kings guard Daeqwon Plowden has found himself in this exact situation, stepping into a larger role as the Kings navigate injuries and roster changes.

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Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 1

Kings Rule Out Five Players for Marquee Lakers Matchup

In their last meeting, the Sacramento Kings picked up a surprising upset win over the Los Angeles Lakers. On Sunday, the two Pacific Division teams face off for the final time this season, and a win for the Kings would end their season series in a draw.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 1

Three Things to Watch For As Kings Visit Lakers

The Sacramento Kings are on a roll, winning two of their last three games. While that's more of a joke, it is worth noting, as the Kings lead on the top draft spot has dwindled over the last week.

Russell Westbrook News / Athlon Sports / February 28

Russell Westbrook Injury Update Emerges Before Lakers Game

Russell Westbrook was out of action for the Sacramento Kings in their last game. The nine-time All-Star sat out on Thursday as the Kings secured a 130-121 win over the Dallas Mavericks.

Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / February 28

Kings Rookie's Great Shooting Splits Point to Star-Level Scoring Upside

The Sacramento Kings' season may be in disarray , but one of the few positive takeaways has been the strong play of second-round pick Maxime Raynaud. There was a lot of buzz about the French big man coming into the season, with him appearing like a potential steal in the bottom half of the draft.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hardwood Heroics / February 28

'I’ve Been Getting Robbed for Nine Years of My Life': DeMar DeRozan Opens Up About Financial Shock From Toronto Taxes

DeMar DeRozan is in his 17th NBA season and still producing. Averaging 18.4 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.0 rebounds per game for the Sacramento Kings in

Keegan Murray News / Hoops Rumors / February 27

Keegan Murray (Ankle Sprain) To Be Reevaluated In Two Weeks

Kings forward Keegan Murray has been diagnosed with a mild left ankle sprain and will be reevaluated in two weeks, the team announced in a press release (Twitter link via James Ham of The Kings Beat).

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Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / February 27

Notable update surfaces about Russell Westbrook's future

Russell Westbrook may have something to smile about despite the Sacramento Kings being the worst team in the league this season.

Kings' DeMar DeRozan joins top 20 on NBA's all-time scoring list

Brian Windhorst says he was confronted by an NBA All-Star center

Windhorst: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the MVP favorite

Khris Middleton linked to two teams amid buyout rumors

Former Lakers player thinks LeBron James should leave the team

NBA News / Yardbarker / February 27

Precious Achiuwa outduels Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

Kings' Precious Achiuwa outduels Mavericks' Naji Marshall in sad tank-off

The Dallas Mavericks ultimately won by losing a 130-121 matchup between two tanking teams.

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Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / February 26

'It’s Not Seen as a Certainty' – Sacramento Kings Star Might Not Be Moved This Summer Despite Trade Chatter, Per Insider

The Sacramento Kings tried to shop Domantas Sabonis during the February trade deadline. However, the three-time NBA All-Star is still with the team and was eventually declared out for the rest of the season due to a season-ending knee surgery.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / February 26

Kings' Injury Situation Just Got Worse

The Sacramento Kings just can't catch a break when it comes to injuries. Last week, the Kings lost both Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine to injuries. Sabonis had to undergo surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his left knee.