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Jonathan Kuminga News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 1

Why the Kings Are Still in the Jonathan Kuminga Conversation

It’s been a while since the Sacramento Kings and Jonathan Kuminga were a joint headline. Kuminga signed with the Minnesota Timberwolves to a two-year deal and looks poised to play a big role.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 31

The Surprise Player Who Could Change the Kings’ Future Ceiling

The Sacramento Kings enter the 2026-27 season with a lot of questions, but also a lot of excitement after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 31

The Kings' Three Biggest X-Factors Heading Into 2026-27 NBA Season

It is hard to gauge where the Sacramento Kings stand ahead of the 2026-27 season. They are clearly in a rebuild, but it feels like they have enough talent on the roster to stay somewhat competitive.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 30

Three Recently Cut NBA Players the Kings Should Take a Chance On

Teams around the NBA are sorting out their lineups for the 2026-27 season, as a handful of young players face the consequences of these roster cuts. The Sacramento Kings, on the other hand, are still waiting to fill out their roster for the new season.

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Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 29

One Stat That Could Spark a Domantas Sabonis Comeback

With so much turmoil surrounding the Sacramento Kings over the last few years, it's easy to forget that Domantas Sabonis is not only the team's best player but one of the best players in the entire NBA.

Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 29

One Skill Ben Simmons Could Immediately Help Mentor Darius Acuff In

In the quiet days of the offseason, the Sacramento Kings are making waves around the NBA world as they look at Ben Simmons as a late free agent addition.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 28

Why the Kings Should Look to Sign Recent Rockets' Roster Casualty

It’s no secret the Sacramento Kings are looking at bringing a veteran ball handler who doubles as a mentor to Darius Acuff Jr. Names like Victor Oladipo,

Ben Simmons News / Fadeaway World / August 28

Sacramento Kings’ Potential Backcourt Rotation After Ben Simmons’ 'Fantastic' Workout Reports

According to Carmichael Dave of Sactown Sports 1140, general manager Scott Perry watched Ben Simmons work out, and someone who was there later told Dave

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 28

One Question Each Kings Rookie Must Answer This Season

The Sacramento Kings walked out of the 2026 NBA Draft with three promising rookies: Darius Acuff Jr., Alex Karaban, and Emanuel Sharp. While fans can nitpick weaknesses in each of the three prospects, it is hard to say the Kings could've had a better draft result.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 26

Ben Simmons and the Kings are a match made in hell

Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry observed a workout by Ben Simmons in Florida Tuesday, raising speculation that the Kings will sign the No. 1 pick from a decade ago. Both sides should walk away.

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Gabe Vincent News / Hoops Rumors / August 26

Ben Simmons, Gabe Vincent On Kings’ Radar

As the Kings continue to peruse the free agent market in search of a reserve point guard, two new potential targets have been linked to the team. According to Carmichael Dave of Sactown Sports 1140 (Twitter link), former No.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 25

Kings reportedly take look at Ben Simmons amid NBA comeback

The Kings apparently aren’t finished shopping for veteran guards, and this one comes with a considerably bigger name. Sacramento general manager Scott Perry is in Florida to watch free agent Ben Simmons work out, according to Carmichael Dave of Sactown Sports 1140.

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Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 25

Zach LaVine talks championship hopes after summer of Kings trade questions

Zach LaVine is entering his 13th NBA season, and he knows exactly what’s missing from the résumé. That, ladies and gentlemen, would be winning. LaVine told Sam Yip of HoopsHype in an exclusive interview that after accomplishing plenty individually, he still hopes to experience a deep playoff run and perhaps eventually play for a championship team.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 25

Kings looking at veteran guards to assist Darius Acuff Jr.

The Kings appear ready to hand Darius Acuff Jr. the keys. They may just want an experienced passenger riding alongside him. Sacramento has been looking at veteran guards on the free-agent market as it prepares to make Acuff, the No.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / August 23

Former Kings Trainer Alleges Pregnancy Discrimination, Sexual Harassment

A former athletic trainer with the Kings has filed a lawsuit against both the Kings and the senior director of athletic health, Jaspreet Randhawa, alleging pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, retaliation, and wrongful termination, Michael Rothstein reports for ESPN.

NBA News / Yardbarker / August 22

Nuggets replace Peyton Watson by signing future Hall of Famer

The Denver Nuggets lost 23-year-old Peyton Watson this week. They're pivoting by replacing him with a 37-year-old. DeMar DeRozan plans to continue his Hall of Fame career by signing a one-year deal with the Nuggets.

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Sacramento Kings News / HITC / August 21

Former Sacramento Kings employee sues franchise for pregnancy discrimination

The Sacramento Kings and one of their senior directors are facing a lawsuit from an ex-trainer. The accusations include pregnancy discrimination and wrongful termination.

Russell Westbrook News / Fadeaway World / August 21

Russell Westbrook’s Heartbreaking Response To Kid Not Knowing He Was An NBA Star Goes Viral

Russell Westbrook recently declared his retirement from the NBA after spending 18 years in the league. He won the 2017 NBA MVP award and leads the league with the most career triple-doubles, along with his nine NBA All-Star selections.

Sacramento Kings News / EssentiallySports / August 21

Ex-Sacramento Kings Employee Files Lawsuit Over Alleged Pregnancy Discrimination, Harassment

Every NBA locker room has behind-the-scenes athletic trainers who take care of their players but never get caught up in the limelight. But things have been different this week for those unseen employees from a particular team, the Sacramento Kings, which is facing a serious lawsuit from a former trainer.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Kings To Host Veteran Workouts Starting Thursday

The Kings will be working out a group of veterans in the coming days, the Stein Line’s Jake Fischer reports (via Twitter). The workouts will begin on Thursday with 32-year-old point guard Cameron Payne.

Russell Westbrook News / Yardbarker / August 13