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Kings Take Clear Stance With Zach LaVine's Future in Sacramento

The Sacramento Kings were certainly hoping that their 2026 offseason would play out differently, but they are trying to make things work. Zach LaVine opted into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, putting the Kings in a tough spot, but it is certainly not the end of the world.

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Two front-runners have emerged to sign DeMar DeRozan

A return to the East Coast appears to be inevitable for DeMar DeRozan. Two potential landing spots have gained “the most chatter” right now for the six-time NBA All-Star swingman DeRozan, local Sacramento writer Matt George reported this week on his self-titled podcast.

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The 'NBA Playoff-3's leaders' quiz

How many of the NBA players with the most three-pointers made in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'Oldest 4 3-pointer playoff games' quiz

The 'No. 3-scorer by NBA franchise' quiz

The 'NBA Finals leading scorers' quiz

Darius Acuff News / NBA Draft on SI / July 7

Darius Acuff Jr.’s Summer League is Likely to Mirror Role with Kings

Through two games with the Sacramento Kings, No. 7 overall pick Darius Acuff Jr. has largely been as advertised. Via a 22-win season, Sacramento was able to nab a top-10 pick, desperately needing some star-power and a building block to kick off a new rebuild.

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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

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'NBA all-time leading scorers' quiz

How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Yardbarker / July 7

Warriors may have an underwhelming LeBron James alternative

The Warriors are facing some steep competition for James, and there's no actual guarantee that he'll take his talents to the Bay Area.

Is front-runner emerging for LeBron James?

One Lakers decision may have cost them LeBron James

DeMar DeRozan hitting free agency after being waived by Kings

Darius Acuff News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 7

Kings’ Darius Acuff Jr. draws ‘generational player’ praise after beating Bucks

The Sacramento Kings may be in a bleak position as a franchise, but their selection of Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft has at least brought a modicum of hope to a fanbase that is in dire need of it.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 7

The Good, Bad, And Ugly From Kings 3rd Straight California Classic Win

The Sacramento Kings have had a great start to the California Classic, winning both their first games at Golden 1 Center. The Kings kept the train rolling with another win, this time over Brayden Burries and the Milwaukee Bucks.

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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.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 7

NBA Rookie of the Year Odds Favor Kings' Darius Acuff Jr.

The Sacramento Kings unsurprisingly took a chance on Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, hoping that the 19-year-old Detroit native can become the franchise's new star point guard.

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The '2026 American League All-Stars' quiz

The '2026 National League All-Stars' quiz

The 'Most MLB All-Star Games' quiz

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

DeMar DeRozan News / Field Level Media / July 6

Report: Kings waive veteran F DeMar DeRozan

The Sacramento Kings waived veteran forward DeMar DeRozan on Monday after both sides worked to resolve a partial guarantee in his contract for next season, ESPN reported.

DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 6

DeMar DeRozan hitting free agency after being waived by Kings

One of the NBA's most respected veterans is suddenly available after a surprise move Monday afternoon.

Five NBA observations following the first wave of free agency

Grizzlies' Cameron Boozer reacts to his Summer League debut

Five worst signings of NBA free agency

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 5

Kings rookie’s honest take on fans after win vs. Warriors

The Sacramento Kings took down the Golden State Warriors Blue, 91-85, in the California Classic at Golden 1 Center on Sunday. It was the Kings’ second win in the annual mini-tournament, which kicks off the NBA Summer League, after beating the Brooklyn Nets, 79-76, on Saturday, with Nique Clifford draining the game-winning three-pointer.

Russell Westbrook News / Stadium Rant / July 3

Russell Westbrook Rumors: 3 Best Landing Spots In NBA Free Agency

Russell Westbrook is one of the best point guards available in NBA free agency. The 37-year-old vet should find a landing spot pretty soon, but where could that be?

Emanuel Sharp News / Hoops Rumors / July 2

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.

Precious Achiuwa News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

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.