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Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / October 1
Ben Simmons and his Kings teammate get roasted over horrible jumpers
Ben Simmons is back in the NBA — along with his broken jump shot. After missing the entire 2025-26 season, the former No. 1 overall pick has returned to the league on a 1-year, $3.5 million deal with the Sacramento Kings.
Zach Lavine News / NBA on ClutchPoints / October 1
Kings star Zach LaVine’s wife Hunter fires back after reporters’ embarrassing hot-mic incident
The Sacramento Kings’ media day took an unexpected turn after a hot-mic recording captured two female reporters commenting on guards Zach LaVine and Ben Simmons.
The 'NBA all-time scoring leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA's top 30 career scorers can you name in five minutes?
Ben Simmons News / Fadeaway World / October 1
Kings HC Praises Ben Simmons’ Defensive Versatility; Highlights Offensive Role
As a franchise entering a rebuild, the Sacramento Kings aren’t expected to be an eye-catching team in the 2026-27 season. Despite this, Ben Simmons’ return to the NBA will undoubtedly ensure that the Kings remain in the media spotlight for some time.
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.
Ben Simmons News / Hoops Wire / October 1
Kings may have decided Ben Simmons doesn’t really need a position
What position does Ben Simmons play for the Kings? Well, all of them, it seems. Sacramento has spent the opening days of training camp experimenting with Simmons in different roles, with the 6-foot-10 former All-Star handling the ball on offense and defending bigger players at the other end, as Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports writes.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 30
What Malik Monk Said About Ben Simmons and New Offensive Roles
The Sacramento Kings are entering the 2026-27 season with more depth than they have had in years. Scott Perry may still be looking for his future star to pair with Darius Acuff Jr, but he's quietly built out a roster that has up to 14 players who could work their way into the rotation this season.
Chris Webber News / Hoops Wire / September 30
Chris Webber is back around Kings, helping at training camp
One of the greatest players in Kings history is back in the building. Chris Webber attended Sacramento’s opening training-camp practice at the invitation of general manager Scott Perry and addressed the team during its closing huddle, according to Brenden Nunes of Sactown Sports.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 30
'She Actually Lift My Shirt Up': DeMarcus Cousins Opens Up About Troubling Kings Media Experience
The Sacramento Kings have been in the headlines lately, but not for the right reasons. On media day, some Kings reporters were caught on a hot mic taking shots and talking about Zach LaVine and Ben Simmons’ looks.
Sacramento Kings News / EssentiallySports / September 30
'Feeling Violated': DeMarcus Cousins Makes Shocking Allegations Against Kings After Hot Mic Incident
During Kings Media Day, reporters were caught on a live microphone talking about Ben Simmons and Zach LaVine. Instead of breaking down their games, the conversation turned personal, with comments about the players’ looks and personalities.
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.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Kings embracing the fact everyone thinks they will stink
Apparently, the Kings are aware nobody thinks they’re going to be any good. Like, very aware. Sacramento enters the season with expectations somewhere around the basement, and several Kings players acknowledged at Media Day that they’ve noticed.
Maxime Raynaud News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
How 2026 Offseason Will Shape a Critical Year for Maxime Raynaud
It’s not every day that the 42nd pick in the draft becomes a main part of a team’s future. Most of the time, second-round picks are players struggling
Doug Christie News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
Doug Christie Speaks On Goals For Kings Season, Defensive Identity
The Sacramento Kings held their media day as the 2026-27 NBA season unofficially kicks off, and as it generally goes for media days, the flurry of information and answers is almost overwhelming.
Ben Simmons News / Hoops Wire / September 29
Ben Simmons ready to ‘dominate’ when on court with Kings
A year away from basketball apparently did Ben Simmons some good. Just don’t suggest he took the year off because he doesn’t care about the game. “That’s bulls–t,” Simmons said Monday at Kings Media Day, via Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 29
What Darius Acuff Jr. Said at Kings Media Day and Why It Matters
While everyone has been talking about the signing of Ben Simmons, the Sacramento Kings' most important offseason addition was undoubtedly Darius Acuff Jr.
Sacramento Kings News / Fadeaway World / September 29
Kings Reporters Caught On Hot Mic Calling Ben Simmons 'Cringe' And Zach LaVine 'Hella Fine' During Media Day
The Sacramento Kings were among the 28 NBA teams that held their media day on Monday, and some reporters in attendance at Golden 1 Center have gone viral for all the wrong reasons.
Sacramento Kings News / The Lead / September 27
Sacramento Kings 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Sacramento Kings are coming off another disappointing season, finishing 22-60 in 2025-26. Now, they enter the year with a projected starting lineup that has played zero games together and new pieces across the board.
NBA News / Yardbarker / September 21
Jalen Duren market gets new twist as surprise team emerges to challenge Kings
The Jalen Duren situation in Detroit has turned messy, and with training camp set to begin soon, that front remains without a clear path to a resolution.
Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / September 16
Kings To Sign Elfrid Payton
Free agent point guard Elfrid Payton has agreed to sign with the Kings, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link), who reports that Payton will compete to earn a regular season roster spot in Sacramento.
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