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Kings Get No. 7 Pick in NBA Draft: What It Means and Why It Matters

After a disastrous 60-loss season, the Sacramento Kings have officially been awarded the seventh-overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft. Sunday's draft lottery drawing has officially shaken out as follows: Washington Wizards Utah Jazz Memphis Grizzlies Chicago Bulls L.A.

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Final Reminder of Sacramento Kings NBA Draft Lottery Odds

The waiting is finally almost over for the Sacramento Kings. After a disappointing 22-win season that quickly fell short of expectations, the Kings head into the draft lottery hoping luck is on their side as they aim to land their future star to build around.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 9

Realistic Free Agent Targets for the Kings This Offseason

Free agency, the NBA Draft, and trades are the three main ways teams can improve their rosters. In reality, very few teams can bet on free agency to revamp their rosters.

Scott Perry News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 9

Kings GM Scott Perry Is 'Confident' Ahead of NBA Draft Lottery

The NBA Draft Lottery is coming out way on Sunday, and a few teams have more to gain (or lose) than the Sacramento Kings. The Kings were not the worst team in the NBA, but they were certainly close.

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How many of the active NBA players with at least 1,500 points in the NBA Playoffs can you name in five minutes?

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 9

An Under-the-Radar Draft Lottery Result That Could Help the Kings

The NBA Draft Lottery is Sunday at noon PT, and the Sacramento Kings are eagerly waiting to see where they land in one of the most important drafts in franchise history.

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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.

Scott Perry News / Hoops Rumors / May 8

Kings GM Perry Talks Draft, 2025 Rookies, Offseason, More

The Kings enter Sunday’s draft lottery with an 11.5% chance at landing the No. 1 overall pick and 45.2% odds of selecting in the top four. General manager Scott Perry, Sacramento’s on-stage representative for the lottery, tells Marc J.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 8

What the Kings Draft Pick Projections Mean Heading Into NBA Draft Lottery

With the NBA Draft Lottery just two days away, the Sacramento Kings' fate hangs in the balance of the ping pong balls as they await to learn their draft position for this year's much-anticipated draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 8

Kings NBA Draft Lottery Odds: Can Sacramento Get the No. 1 Pick?

The NBA Draft lottery is nearly here, and one of the most important dates in recent Sacramento Kings history is weighing heavily on the front office and fanbase.

Sacramento Kings News / Trade Talk Sports / May 8

Top 2026 NBA Draft Prospect Could Avoid the Sacramento Kings?

Sunday’s NBA Draft Lottery is rapidly approaching, and excitement around the basketball world is starting to build—especially for the teams whose 2025–26 seasons have long been over.

Russell Westbrook News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Russell Westbrook Sends Message to Former Teammate After NBA Retirement Decision

Russell Westbrook signed a one-year, minimum salary contract with the Sacramento Kings ahead of the 2025-26 season. In his 18th NBA season, he averaged 15.2 points, 5.4 rebounds and 6.7 assists per game across 64 appearances.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 7

Could the Kings Benefit From Another Team’s Cap Crisis?

The Sacramento Kings have a lot of work to do on their roster, but unfortunately for Scott Perry and the rest of the front office, it's going to be easier said than done to improve on the 22-win season the Kings just endured.

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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 / May 7

Why the Kings' Most Untouchable Player Isn’t on the Roster Yet

The Sacramento Kings have spent the last few seasons trying to balance win-now moves with long-term stability, but the reality is becoming harder to ignore.

Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 7

NBA Player Poll Has a Harsh Verdict on Kings HC Doug Christie

The Sacramento Kings have made it clear that they are committed to head coach Doug Christie moving forward, despite coming off a disastrous 22-60 season.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 6

Kings Aren't Equipped to Compete in the Star Trade Market

As the playoffs continue and more teams get eliminated, we're getting closer and closer to the time of speculation, trade machine ideas, and rumors swirling around the NBA.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 6

What the Kings Should Do at Every Possible Draft Position in 2026

With the May 10 NBA Draft lottery just days away, the Sacramento Kings are very close to knowing their position in this summer's pivotal draft. Of course, it is much easier for a team to prepare for the draft once they know where they are picking, but the Kings likely already have their scenarios mapped out.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 5

Kings Trade Value Rankings: Who Holds the Most Value?

Scott Perry and the Sacramento Kings have a lot of work to do this offseason, and just like last year, that should entail moving off of a veteran or two that is clogging up both the rotation and cap sheet.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 5

How Playoffs Are Showing Kings' Biggest Need Moving Forward

The NBA playoffs are reinforcing a familiar truth: elite point guard play is often the difference between advancing and going home early. For the Sacramento Kings, this reality hits especially hard as they continue searching for a long-term answer at the position since the departure of De’Aaron Fox.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 5

Kings Two-Round Mock Draft: Sacramento Lands Future Star With Top-Four Pick

The Sacramento Kings are heading into the May 10 NBA Draft lottery with just an 11.5% chance at the first overall pick and a 45.2% chance of jumping into the top four.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / May 4

Every Kings' Draft Lottery Outcome, Ranked by Probability

The May 10 NBA Draft lottery draw is officially less than a week away, as much of the Sacramento Kings fanbase is preparing for some ping pong balls to determine their sanity.

Scott Perry News / Hoops Wire / May 3

Report: GM Scott Perry to represent Kings at NBA Draft lottery

Third time might be the charm for Scott Perry. The Kings’ general manager is expected to serve as Sacramento’s on-stage representative at the NBA draft lottery on May 10 in Chicago, according to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.

Russell Westbrook News / The Lead / April 24

Re-Signing Russell Westbrook Is a No-Brainer for Sacramento

Russell Westbrook is no longer the player he once was, but his value to the Sacramento Kings goes beyond star-level production. In a season where Sacramento has struggled to find consistency, Westbrook provided steady play, energy, and experience.

Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / April 24

Grading How the Sacramento Kings’ Rookies Performed This Year

While the Sacramento Kings’ 2025-26 season lacked consistency and success, the team’s rookie class provided flashes of promise in different ways. Although no clear star emerged, each rookie on the roster — Maxime Raynaud, Nique Cifford, and Dylan Cardwell — carved out a role.