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Kings Guard Devin Carter Snubbed From 2024 NBA Re-Draft

Devin Carter was taken 13th overall by the Sacramento Kings after an incredible year at Providence. Carter averaged nearly 20 points per game while shooting close to 38% from deep before declaring for the NBA Draft. There weren’t many who didn’t believe that Carter would be a solid NBA player, but the pick wasn’t a slam dunk for the Kings.

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Analyst Names Kings as Top Team That Should Target Former No. 1 Pick in Free Agency

The Sacramento Kings made the decision this offseason to keep their current core together and chase a playoff spot next season instead of beginning a rebuild.

Devin Carter News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Kings’ West Rival Urged to Target Devin Carter During Roster Overhaul

The Sacramento Kings have made multiple additions to their roster this offseason as they look to make a run at a playoff spot in the loaded Western Conference next season.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / August 20

2 Kings' Moves Predicted to Be Among Worst of the NBA Offseason

Many expected the Sacramento Kings to begin a rebuild after trading De’Aaron Fox last season but they instead elected to keep their core together and chase a playoff spot in the loaded Western Conference next season.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 20

Sacramento Kings Expected to Regret Two Big Offseason Moves

The Sacramento Kings have had a relatively quiet offseason compared to the rest of the NBA. They've been connected to Jonathan Kuminga for what feels like forever, but haven't made any major changes to their roster.

Skal Labissiere News / Hoops Wire / August 20

Wizards, Skal Labissiere agree to training camp deal

Free agent big man Skal Labissiere has agreed to a deal with the Washington Wizards, according to NBA insider Chris Haynes. With 15 players already under guaranteed contracts, Labissiere is expected to join the team on a training camp deal.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 19

Former Kings' First-Round Pick Lands Opportunity With New NBA Team

In a move that will likely make all Kings fans smile, former Sacramento big man Skal Labissière has joined the Washington Wizards via free agency, according to Senior NBA Insider Chris Haynes.

Skal Labissiere News / Hoops Rumors / August 19

Wizards adding former first-round pick to camp roster

The Wizards have reached an agreement with a free-agent big man.

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Keegan Murray News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 19

How Good Can Kings F Keegan Murray Be Next Season? The Bottom Line

When Keegan Murray was drafted as the fourth overall pick, there were some questions about whether he was worth such a high selection for the Sacramento Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 19

Three Kings Players Most Likely to Earn 2025-26 NBA Awards

With rumors around the Sacramento Kings quieting down, let's once again turn our eyes to next season, assuming the roster is predominantly set going into the year.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 18

13-Year NBA Veteran, Former Kings Guard Announces Retirement

Looking back on the Sacramento Kings’ rosters of the past, you can’t help but notice a ton of well-known NBA players showing up. Some players’ time in Sacramento was a bit more memorable, while others you likely forgot even played for the Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 18

Three Sacramento Kings Stars Ranked in NBA 2K26 Top 50

The Sacramento Kings are expected to be a lottery team in the 2025-26 season by many NBA experts, despite the team having a surprising abundance of talent.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 18

Sacramento Kings Hire G League Head Coach

News is quiet around the Sacramento Kings and the Jonathan Kuminga front, but the Kings continued their changes to the front offices and coaching staff this offseason with a new hire for their G League affiliate, the Stockton Kings.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 18

Kings hiring Will Scott as coach of reigning G League champion Stockton

The Sacramento Kings intend to hire Will Scott as head coach of the G League’s Stockton Kings, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype. Scott has been with the Kings in one coaching capacity or another since 2019, most recently serving as an assistant with Sacramento.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 17

Dennis Schroder's Honest Statement on NBA Star Nikola Jokic

The Sacramento Kings have made one significant move in the 2025 NBA offseason, which was acquiring Dennis Schroder in a sign-and-trade with the Detroit Pistons.

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Sacramento Kings News / The SportsRush / August 17

Caron Butler Digs Up Iconic Kobe Bryant Story to Honor the Black Mamba’s Greatness

It has been five years since Kobe Bryant’s unfortunate passing, yet his legacy burns as bright as ever. Of the countless players the Los Angeles Lakers legend played against, each one has a unique story about Bryant.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 17

Miami Heat Interested In Kings Free Agent Forward: Report

With a new general manager in Scott Perry, it felt inevitable that the Sacramento Kings would have roster changeover this offseason. And while there hasn't been as much turnover as many thought there would be, a key player from the last few years in Sacramento could be headed to a new team this offseason.

DeMar DeRozan News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 15

Latest Update on DeMar DeRozan's Trade Market

As the Sacramento continues their stand-off with the Golden State Warriors in the sign-and-trade talks for Jonathan Kuminga, everything else is quiet when it comes to trade rumors or speculation for the Kings.

Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 15

Kings Star Ranked Among Top Three-Point Shooters in NBA 2K26

The player ratings are out for the newest installment of NBA 2K, so now fans ( and players themselves ) can begin their debates over whose rating is too high or too low.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / August 14

Kings to open season vs. Suns, host Jazz in home opener

The Kings will open the 2025-26 regular season on the road against the Suns on Oct. 22, according to a report from KCRA’s Sean Cunningham. Two nights later, Sacramento plays its home opener at Golden 1 Center against the Jazz, followed by a visit from the Lakers on Oct.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Draft on SI / August 12

Rookie Maxime Raynaud Offers Kings Versatility

The Kings were active on draft night 2025, trading future draft capital to grab the No. 24 pick and select wing Nique Clifford. They did so without giving up their second-round pick, at the time hinting to the fact they had a potential target.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / August 12

3 Reasons Why The Sacramento Kings Won The 2025 NBA Draft

Unlike the Philadelphia 76ers or Utah Jazz, the Sacramento Kings did not have a first-round pick going into the draft. Nevertheless, the Kings arguably walked away from the draft as its biggest winners.

Sacramento Kings News / The SportsRush / August 12

Domantas Sabonis Addresses Kings GM Scott Perry’s Questionable Offseason

Domantas Sabonis has been one of the Sacramento Kings’ most consistent performers, yet postseason success has largely eluded him. And with an underwhelming off-season following their play-in tournament exit, the 2025/26 campaign doesn’t look much different.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / August 11

Kings Core Veteran Green Lights Team’s Offseason Leadership Moves

The regime change in Sacramento began in the early stages of last season when Mike Brown was dismissed as the Kings’ head coach. The move came with much criticism from the outside.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / August 11

3 Burning Questions For Kings Heading Into 2025-26 Season

As far as the Sacramento Kings’ own players go, there might not be anyone receiving as much attention as Nique Clifford. Taken with the 24th overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Clifford is a Swiss Army Knife with a knack for putting the ball in the basket.