Sacramento Kings: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Keon Ellis Reportedly All But Gone, Around 10 Teams Interested

As the February 5th trade deadline looms, the rumors surrounding the Sacramento Kings continue to pile up. Nearly the entire roster has been on the trading block since the offseason, but with less than two weeks until the deadline, we're starting to get a clearer picture on who will be moved and who may stick around for the rest of the season.

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The Kings player most likely to be traded before deadline

With the Sacramento Kings surrounded by rumors ahead of the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5, there is no doubt a bevy of players that fans think could attract the most interest from teams.

Dylan Cardwell News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 23

Kings Need To Convert This Two-Way Rookie Sooner Than Later

Dylan Cardwell entered the season with the Sacramento Kings as an undrafted rookie who was never expected to factor heavily into the rotation. Like many two-way players, the plan was for him to develop quietly, gain experience, and spend most nights outside of meaningful minutes.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 22

Kings Report Cards — Midseason Review Of The Three Rookies

Sitting at 12-33 and 14th in the Western Conference, there haven't been many positives this season for the Sacramento Kings. They have the second-worst offensive and net ratings in the league, and the third-worst defense, which currently gives them the fourth-worst record in the association.

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Russell Westbrook News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 22

Russell Westbrook Responds To Kings' Touching Tribute for Making NBA History

The Sacramento Kings have had some legendary players come through both Arco Arena and now, Golden One Center. From team legends like Chris Webber, Peja

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 22

1 Trade the Kings Must Consider Amid Domantas Sabonis Rumors

The Sacramento Kings have been involved in plenty of trade rumors leading up to the 2026 NBA trade deadline, but the biggest potential moving piece is Domantas Sabonis.

Dylan Cardwell News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 22

Kings' Dylan Cardwell Has Sincere Message After Loss to Raptors

As Kings fans know by now, Dylan Cardwell is nothing if not entertaining. From the celebrations after big plays to refreshing energy on the glass and protecting

Sacramento Kings News / Hardwood Heroics / January 22

'I’m Extremely Grateful' – Sacramento Kings Star Opens Up on Getting Tributes After Hitting Latest Milestone

The Sacramento Kings paid homage to Russell Westbrook during Wednesday’s home game against the Toronto Raptors, as the former league MVP recently passed Oscar Robertson to become the highest-scoring point guard in NBA history. In the video tribute, Westbrook received messages from his friends, family, and former teammates.

Malik Monk News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 22

Kings’ Malik Monk narrowly avoids disaster before monster dunk vs. Raptors

The Sacramento Kings suffered their third straight loss after getting pummeled by the Toronto Raptors, 122-109, at Golden 1 Center on Wednesday. The Kings, who were on a four-game winning streak entering the game, had a strong start, taking a nine-point lead at halftime, 61-52.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / January 22

Kings Lack of Size On Full Display in Blowout Loss to Raptors

The Sacramento Kings have been an undersized team for years, but it was on full display tonight in the 122-109 loss to the Toronto Raptors. The Kings dropped their third straight game as they looked overmatched on both ends of the court tonight.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Kings’ Doug Christie explains Zach LaVine’s limited minutes vs. Heat – ‘We needed to stop somebody’

The Sacramento Kings can say that they’ve played better basketball over the past few games, but they may have reverted to their old ways in their loss to the Miami Heat.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / January 19

Sacramento Kings Undrafted Rookie Logs First NBA Double-Double

The Sacramento Kings haven't had a stellar season this year, but there are still a few bright spots for fans of the team. Despite a 12-31 record, Sacramento added a trio of rookies in the 2025 NBA Draft, who have shown flashes in their first season of professional basketball.

Domantas Sabonis News / Field Level Media / January 18

Bidding to reach .500, Blazers take aim at Domantas Sabonis, Kings

The Portland Trail Blazers are expected to have a big obstacle standing in their way of reaching the .500 mark when they visit the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

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Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / January 17

Domantas Sabonis returns to help Kings take down Wizards

Russell Westbrook made a season-best six 3-pointers and scored 26 points and Domantas Sabonis energized the Kings in his first appearance since Nov. 16 to help Sacramento produce a 128-115 victory over the visiting Washington Wizards on Friday night.

Sacramento Kings News / Field Level Media / January 16

Kings C Domantas Sabonis (knee) to return Friday vs. Wizards

Three-time All-Star big man Domantas Sabonis is expected to return from his left knee injury to play Friday night against the visiting Washington Wizards.

DeMar DeRozan News / Hoops Wire / January 16

Kings, Clippers discussed trade centered on DeMar DeRozan

The Kings and Clippers did some early trade-table poking, but timing appears to have changed the tone. According to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto, the teams discussed a framework that would have sent Sacramento’s DeMar DeRozan and Keon Ellis to Los Angeles in exchange for Los Angeles forward John Collins and a minor salary add-on.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / January 15

Domantas Sabonis (Knee) Could Return Friday For Kings

Three-time All-Star center Domantas Sabonis was a full participant during Thursday’s practice and the Kings are optimistic he could return as soon as Friday’s game against Washington, reports Sean Cunningham of KCRA News (Twitter video link).

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / January 15

DeMar DeRozan leading the Kings back from the dead

After a humiliating 137-103 loss to their Northern California rivals capped off a seven-game losing streak, the Sacramento Kings looked like the worst team in the NBA.

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