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UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

UFC 2026 Half-Year Awards: Van-Taira Tops Fight Rankings

Joshua Van's flyweight title defense against Tatsuro Taira at UFC 328 claimed top honors in the UFC.com staff voting for best fights of the first half of 2026, marking Van's third consecutive first-place finish in the midyear category.

Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2
Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal

Kings Sign Emanuel Sharp To Three-Year Deal

The Kings have signed rookie guard Emanuel Sharp to a three-year deal worth a total of $6.35MM, Michael Scotto reports for HoopsHype (Twitter link). Signed using the second-round pick exception, Sharp’s deal will pay him his minimum salary, with a team option on the third year.

Adam Flagler News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1
Kings Sign Former Thunder Guard Adam Flagler for Backcourt Depth

Kings Sign Former Thunder Guard Adam Flagler for Backcourt Depth

The big move for Jalen Duren to the Sacramento Kings may be on ice, but Scott Perry and the rest of the front office continue their work on the fringes of the roster with the latest two-way deal, signing Adam Flagler to a two-way contract this afternoon.

Jalen Duren News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1
What Latest Jalen Duren Intel Means for the Kings' Pursuit

What Latest Jalen Duren Intel Means for the Kings' Pursuit

The 2026 NBA offseason has already been a wild one, and the Sacramento Kings are looking to get in on the action. The Kings have reportedly met with restricted free agent center Jalen Duren, as the two sides could try to set up a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons to send the All-Star to Sacramento.

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The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

The '2018-19 PPG leaders by team' quiz

How many of the players to average the most points per game for each NBA franchise in the 2018-19 season can you name in five minutes?

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1
Where Kings Stand With Domantas Sabonis Trade Talks

Where Kings Stand With Domantas Sabonis Trade Talks

The Sacramento Kings have already had an exciting offseason, led by drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick in the draft and the rumors around Jalen Duren coming over in a massive deal, but we've yet to see the biggest moves that many are hoping for.

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The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The 25 most impactful international NBA draft picks of all-time

The NBA is truly a global league. As such, there have been historical impacts left on the game by players of all walks of life. Some of the game's all-time

Jonathan Mogbo News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 1
Kings Sign Former Raptors Forward Jonathan Mogbo — Why It's a Good Move

Kings Sign Former Raptors Forward Jonathan Mogbo — Why It's a Good Move

The Sacramento Kings have now made their second signing of free agency. After re-signing standout forward Precious Achiuwa to a two-year contract, they have now filled one of their valuable two-way slots.

Precious Achiuwa News / Hoops Rumors / June 30
Kings, Precious Achiuwa Agree To Two-Year Deal

Kings, Precious Achiuwa Agree To Two-Year Deal

The Kings are bringing back big man Precious Achiuwa, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes (Twitter link), who reports that the two sides have agreed to terms on a two-year deal worth $11.5MM.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30
Kings to re-sign ex-Knicks forward to $11.5 million contract

Kings to re-sign ex-Knicks forward to $11.5 million contract

The Sacramento Kings have been rather quiet during the initial days leading up to the start of the NBA free agency period, but they did strike a deal with one of their own free agents, agreeing to terms with forward Precious Achiuwa, as per NBA insider Chris Haynes.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30

3 Eye-Opening Stats That Support Kings' All-In Move for Jalen Duren

The Sacramento Kings' exciting offseason continues with rumor after rumor, and a week after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick, fans around Sacramento are buzzing once more.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 30
Five Kings Storylines to Monitor Ahead of NBA Free Agency

Five Kings Storylines to Monitor Ahead of NBA Free Agency

The Sacramento Kings were expected to be busy on the trade market this offseason, but how active they would be in free agency remained a question. However, that feeling has changed now.

NBA News / Yardbarker
Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

Every NBA team's best-ever second-round draft pick

In the NBA Draft, the first round is where teams look for players who could be stars or at least contribute right away. Then there's the second round, where the stakes are low and not much is expected.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Lakers’ Smith, Kings’ Hayes Have Team Options Declined

Lakers’ Smith, Kings’ Hayes Have Team Options Declined

The Lakers have opted against exercising Nick Smith Jr.‘s team option for the 2026/27 season, and the Kings have likewise declined Killian Hayes‘ ’26/27 option, according to Keith Smith of Spotrac (Twitter links).

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Jalen Duren News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Kings rumors: Sacramento wants to ‘change the narrative’ with Jalen Duren sign-and-trade

Kings rumors: Sacramento wants to ‘change the narrative’ with Jalen Duren sign-and-trade

This offseason has been a crazy ride to follow. Between the surprising trades, the drama between players and teams, and all of the anticipated movement this offseason, there’s a lot to look forward to.

Killian Hayes News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Kings end Killian Hayes reunion by declining team option

Kings end Killian Hayes reunion by declining team option

The Sacramento Kings created another opening on their roster Monday by declining Killian Hayes’ team option and sending the former Detroit Pistons lottery pick into unrestricted free agency.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29
Are Pistons, Kings nearing sign-and-trade to swap Duren, Sabonis?

Are Pistons, Kings nearing sign-and-trade to swap All-Star centers Jalen Duren, Domantas Sabonis?

The craziness that has been the 2026 NBA offseason just continues to stay crazy on a daily basis.

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Isaiah Stewart's postseason doomed his future with Pistons
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Jonathan Kuminga News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Kings rumors: Jonathan Kuminga expected to draw ‘strong interest’ from Sacramento

Kings rumors: Jonathan Kuminga expected to draw ‘strong interest’ from Sacramento

The Atlanta Hawks decided to decline the team option for forward Jonathan Kuminga, effectively making him an unrestricted free agent. With the free agency window opening on Tuesday, rumors suggest that the Sacramento Kings are interested in potentially bringing Kuminga on board.

Zach Lavine News / Ball Exclusives / June 29
Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine opts into massive player option

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine opts into massive player option

Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine has opted into his $49 million player option according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. This will be the final year of his original five-year $215 million extension he signed with the Chicago Bulls prior to being traded to the Kings.

Devin Carter News / Hoops Rumors / June 29
Kings To Trade Devin Carter, Second-Round Pick To Hawks

Kings To Trade Devin Carter, Second-Round Pick To Hawks

The Kings and Hawks have agreed to a trade that will send guard Devin Carter to Atlanta along with a future second-round pick, sources tell ESPN’s Shams Charania (Twitter link).

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29
Why Darius Acuff Jr. wanted to play for Doug Christie, Kings all along

Why Darius Acuff Jr. wanted to play for Doug Christie, Kings all along

The Sacramento Kings used the No. 7 overall pick of th 2026 NBA Draft on Darius Acuff Jr. He is expected to step right into a starting role with the potential of becoming the franchise player.

Keegan Murray News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 28
Why a Reduced Role and Expectations Is Best for Kings, Keegan Murray

Why a Reduced Role and Expectations Is Best for Kings, Keegan Murray

The Sacramento Kings and Scott Perry still have a lot of questions to answer this offseason, but things are starting to take shape as the second year General Manager continues to reshape the roster one piece at a time.

Ja Morant News / Yardbarker / June 28
Another team seems to have shut the door on Ja Morant

Another team seems to have shut the door on Ja Morant

The Grizzlies have been shopping Morant for a while now, but to no avail.

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Clippers' Kawhi Leonard reportedly has interest in one new team
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Darius Acuff News / The Lead / June 25
Darius Acuff Jr. Brings Needed Optimism to Sacramento Kings’ Future

Darius Acuff Jr. Brings Needed Optimism to Sacramento Kings’ Future

During the 2026 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings held the seventh overall pick. When the time came to make their selection, the Kings had their guy: Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr.

Skip Bayless News / AirJordanChronicles / June 24
'Now there’s a reason to watch SAC': Skip Bayless Offers Blunt Assessment of the Kings’ 2026 Draft Pick

'Now there’s a reason to watch SAC': Skip Bayless Offers Blunt Assessment of the Kings’ 2026 Draft Pick

The Sacramento Kings needed a spark after a frustrating season. With the 7th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, the front office made a bold move by selecting Darius Acuff.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 24
Winners, losers from first round of the NBA Draft: Michigan reigns supreme, Kings disappoint

Winners, losers from first round of the NBA Draft: Michigan reigns supreme, Kings disappoint

The first round of the NBA Draft is in the books. While the start of the draft went according to chalk, teams started making moves late in the first round and things got interesting.

Morez Johnson Jr. reunites with Dusty May on big night for Michigan
Yaxel Lendeborg had great reaction to May passing on him for his teammate
Kings draft Darius Acuff seventh overall: Instant analysis, reaction
AJ Dybantsa can give his sister some cool wheels after going No. 1 overall
Grizzlies add another second-generation NBA player in draft
Warriors owner, GM appeared to have disagreement on live feed during draft
Zach Lavine News / Total Pro Sports / June 19
Zach LaVine Is Expected to Make the Easiest $49 Million Decision of the Summer

Zach LaVine Is Expected to Make the Easiest $49 Million Decision of the Summer

Just in case Jalen Brunson has normalized leaving a huge sum on the table, not everybody is convinced by the idea of sacrifice, at least not Zach LaVine.

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