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Russell Westbrook News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 19

Sacramento works out ex-76ers, Suns guard after Russell Westbrook retirement

Following the retirement of Russell Westbrook, the Kings are turning to another veteran guard to fortify their backcourt. Former Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns guard Cam Payne will be working out with the Kings tomorrow alongside veteran NBA guard Elfrid Payton, according to a report by Jake Fischer.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 19

3 Starting Lineup Options for Kings' 2026-27 Season

As the offseason continues on, it appears that the Sacramento Kings are done making drastic changes to their roster. Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine were in trade rumors all summer, but both appear headed back to Sacramento for another season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 19

Why the Kings Are Done Searching for a Star on the Trade Market

The Sacramento Kings have been involved in plenty of trade rumors over the past year or two. While nothing crazy has come to fruition, except when they swapped De'Aaron Fox for Zach LaVine in 2025, their mindset has been made clear.

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Russell Westbrook News / Fadeaway World / August 19

Patrick Beverley: Lakers, NBA Media Forced Russell Westbrook Into An Early Retirement

Russell Westbrook announced his retirement from the NBA despite offers from multiple teams to continue playing. Patrick Beverley, his former teammate from the Lakers, blames the NBA media and their former team for forcing his hand with consistent criticism.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Domantas Sabonis News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 18

Sabonis' Three-Point Shot Could Define the Kings' Season

In the dog days of summer, as we wait for the offseason to crawl to a close, we're left to ponder what the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season will look like.

DeMar DeRozan News / Fadeaway World / August 18

The Best Spot For DeMar DeRozan Revealed As Top NBA Free Agent

The Washington Wizards have experienced a major roster overhaul this summer. After going 17-65 last season (the worst record in the NBA), they responded with a series of moves that have drastically improved their place in the NBA hierarchy.

Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 18

Kings' Plan for Darius Acuff Jr. Has Been Made Clear This Offseason

The Sacramento Kings took a swing on Arkansas Razorbacks product Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh-overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and they obviously have big plans for the talented point guard.

Tyrese Haliburton News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 17

Latest Haliburton Story Is Perfect Reminder For Kings New Front Office

The Sacramento Kings are entering the exciting stages of their rebuild with the addition of Darius Acuff Jr , but that doesn't mean that reminders of what could have been won't continue to pop up from time to time, especially with Tyrese Haliburton making his return to the court after missing last season.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 17

Why the Kings' Final Roster Addition Is Not as Important as It Seems

NBA training camp starts in about six weeks, and most teams across the league have their roster already figured out for the 2026-27 season. While the Sacramento Kings are not technically in that group, they might as well be.

Russell Westbrook News / Fadeaway World / August 17

Russell Westbrook’s Real Reasons For Rejecting Kings And Wizards Revealed

Future Hall of Famer Russell Westbrook chose to walk away from the game of basketball on Wednesday, despite interest in his services. The Sacramento Kings and the Washington Wizards wanted Westbrook, but he rejected them and chose to retire on his own terms.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17

Wizards linked again to DeMar DeRozan after Russell Westbrook stiff-arm

The Washington Wizards are looking to compete this season, which means that the days of them being near the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings should be over.

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Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Rumors / August 17

Russell Westbrook Declined Two-Year Offer From Wizards Before Retiring

When Russell Westbrook announced his retirement last week, it wasn’t because nobody wanted to sign him for the upcoming season, Marc Stein of the Stein Line writes in his latest Substack column (subscriber link).

Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / August 18

Report: Russell Westbrook ‘balked’ at 1 team’s multi-year offer before choosing to retire

Russell Westbrook apparently chose to retire rather than take a smaller role with the Washington Wizards. Westbrook rocked the basketball world on Wednesday when he announced his retirement from the NBA.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 16

Every Kings Draft Pick From the Last Five Years and Where They Are Now

As we approach the 2026-27 season, the Sacramento Kings are finally pivoting to what feels like a true rebuild. True rebuilds are usually centered around drafting and developing young talent.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / August 16

NBA trade idea sends Jonathan Kuminga to Kings, Domantas Sabonis to Blazers

Jonathan Kuminga is still looking for a home, so naturally, we have reached the let’s trade half the Western Conference portion of the offseason. Jackson Caudell and Rohan Raman of Hawks On SI cooked up a three-team sign-and-trade proposal involving the Hawks, Kings and Trail Blazers.