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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 3
Kings Projected to Land Next Franchise Star in Early 2027 NBA Draft
It is no secret that the Sacramento Kings are projected to be one of the worst teams in the NBA next season, but things could work out in their favor. While the new lottery format gives the worst teams a lower chance of landing the top pick in the draft, the Kings could get lucky and land their next franchise star next summer.
Zach Lavine News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 3
Kings rumors: The trade message delivered to Zach LaVine before he took his nearly $49 million player option
Despite speculation of a potential buyout between Zach LaVine and the Sacramento Kings, both sides will reportedly stay together for the 2026-27 season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 3
Lakers may have a Plan B for Jonathan Kuminga
The Lakers may have no choice but to pursue someone else before free agency and the trade market dries out even more.
The 'Most playoff games by NBA team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most playoff games for every NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?
Russell Westbrook News / TWSN / August 3
NBA Scout Reveals Why Russell Westbrook Remains a Free Agent
As NBA free agency continues, there might not be as many notable names available as there once were, but one name still stands out as a person who is available, and that is Russell Westbrook.
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.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3
DeMar DeRozan may have dropped a hint about his free agency destination
DeMar DeRozan may have dropped a clue about where he wants to take his talents next as he navigates free agency. Early Monday, the six-time NBA All-Star shared a seemingly cryptic post on X, writing “In closing, I remain the same.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / August 3
Kings unlikely to buy out or trade Zach LaVine
Zach LaVine apparently isn’t headed for the buyout market. The Kings are not considering buying out the two-time All-Star guard, contrary to recent speculation, a league source told Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee.
Keegan Murray News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 2
Can Keegan Murray Unlock This New Skillset in 5th Season?
The Sacramento Kings are entering a transition season where they have a mix of veterans clinging to the roster and young players coming in to take over in the future.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 2
Three Questions the Kings Must Answer Before Training Camp
On paper, the Sacramento Kings seem to have their rotation figured out for the 2026-27 season, but now that we're in August, the clock is ticking for the franchise to answer their remaining offseason questions.
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 Rumors / August 2
Kings’ Zach LaVine Facing Uncertain Role After Exercising Option
The Kings haven’t made any promises to Zach LaVine regarding his role with the team after the two-time All-Star shooting guard exercised his $49MM player option for 2026/27, according to James Ham, who covers Sacramento for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com, and Locked On Kings.
Russell Westbrook News / Hoops Wire / August 2
NBA scout on Russell Westbrook: ‘I wouldn’t touch him in a million years’
Russell Westbrook remains one of the biggest names still available in free agency. Not everyone believes he’s worth the gamble. Speaking to the South Florida Sun Sentinel about potential veteran additions for the Heat, one longtime NBA scout didn’t mince words when asked about the former MVP.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 1
Kings Executive Shares Excitement About Rookie Darius Acuff Jr.
The Sacramento Kings got their guy in the 2026 NBA Draft by selecting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh overall pick. In doing so, they added their new franchise point guard and gave themselves a new centerpiece to build their young core around.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / August 1
The Biggest Development Goal for Kings' 3 Sophomores
The Sacramento Kings are entering an exciting season after drafting Darius Acuff Jr. with the seventh-overall pick, but much like last year, wins will likely be hard to come by.
Darius Acuff News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
How Darius Acuff Jr. Can Run Away With Rookie of the Year Award
The Sacramento Kings have little to no expectations to compete and get back to the playoffs this season. Not only is nearly everyone projecting them to miss out on the postseason once again, but they are projected to finish near or even at the very bottom of the standings come season's end.
Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
Predicting the Kings' Top-Five Leading Scorers Next Season
The Sacramento Kings retained most of their team from last season, besides veterans DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook, while also making key additions to their young core.
Russell Westbrook News / Larry Brown Sports / July 31
New potential suitor emerges for Russell Westbrook
A possible lifeline has surfaced for Russell Westbrook. The Houston Rockets are viewed as a “serious destination” for the former NBA MVP Westbrook, according to a report by Sports Illustrated’s Eric Jay Santos.
Zach Lavine News / Sacramento Kings on SI / July 31
Zach LaVine's Spot on Kings Is Not as Guaranteed as Expected
The Sacramento Kings' offseason started with two-time All-Star Zach LaVine opting into his $49 million player option for the 2026-27 season, keeping him in Sacramento for the time being.
Zach Lavine News / Hoops Wire / July 31
Kings reportedly leave door open to moving Zach LaVine
When Zach LaVine picked up his $49 million player option in late June, the Kings apparently made one thing clear: Nothing was guaranteed. Speaking on ESPN 1320 Sacramento, Kings insider James Ham said the organization told LaVine it wasn’t promising him a starting job, a certain number of minutes or even a long-term future with the franchise.
Zach Lavine News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30
Zach LaVine appears to be trending toward one outcome
Zach LaVine may already have one foot towards the airport. The Sacramento Kings guard LaVine might potentially be bought out by the team before the season begins, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reported this week.
Zach Lavine News / Fadeaway World / July 30
3 Potential Destinations For Zach LaVine As Kings Consider Buyout
After finishing 22-60 last season, the Sacramento Kings are in no position to compete for a title. In fact, with the franchise focused on player development and building a basic identity, they could even get younger by trading away what’s left of their veteran core.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 30
Baffling suitor emerges for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan's free agency has stretched into late July after the Sacramento Kings waived him earlier in the month.
Isaiah Stevens News / Hoops Rumors / July 27
Kings Waive Isaiah Stevens
4:46 pm: Stevens has been released, per the NBA’s official transaction log. 4:30 pm: The Kings are waiving Isaiah Stevens, who was on a two-way contract, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link).
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 26
Only one team makes sense for DeMar DeRozan
DeRozan should only be thinking about one thing right now: his legacy.
DeMar DeRozan News / Yardbarker / July 24
Warriors have an obvious free-agency alternative to LeBron James
General manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. will have no choice but to pivot.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 16
Hugo Gonzalez put skills on display in Celtics' Summer League win
With the Boston Celtics expected to try to make up for the loss of Jaylen Brown by committee, the door is open for young players to earn more of an opportunity than they were initially expecting.
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