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Grading Sacramento Kings' First Round of 2025 NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings entered the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night not holding a pick until the second round on Thursday night. Of course, the Kings’ original pick conveyed to the Atlanta Hawks due to it being in the lottery due to the trade that sent Kevin Huerter to Sacramento in 2022.

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New Kings Rookie Nique Clifford Compared to Kings Legend

Coming into night one of the NBA draft, everyone expected the Kings to make a trade to get back into the first-round of the draft, and Scott Perry did just that when he acquired the 24th pick from the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nique Clifford News / Hoops Rumors / June 25

Kings to acquire No. 24 pick from Thunder, take top rebounding wing

According to Sacramento radio host Carmichael Dave, the Thunder will receive San Antonio’s 2027 first-round pick (top-16 protected) from Sacramento. If that selection falls in its protected range, Oklahoma City will instead receive two second-rounders in 2027.

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NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

Kings Eyeing Two First-Round Prospects in Potential NBA Draft Trade

Murmurs, whispers, rumblings, there are so many ways to describe what the media hears from teams and agents alike as we close in on the NBA draft. As this is being written, we’re only about an hour away from the draft, and as of now, Sacramento will not be participating today.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

Key Dates for the NBA, Sacramento Kings Offseason

The NBA offseason is officially in full swing. Monday was the first day teams could negotiate with their own pending free agents and extension candidates, with several noteworthy deals coming in, like Daniel Gafford extending with the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics trading Jrue Holiday to the Portland Trail Blazers for Anfernee Simons.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Sacramento Kings Reportedly Eyeing Key Free Agent Point Guard

After parting ways with their franchise point guard last season, the void of De'Aaron Fox needs to be filled for the Sacramento Kings. Free agency should offer an opportunity to do that.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

New Report on Potential DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis Trades

The Sacramento Kings have yet to make a move in the 2025 offseason, but they are certainly keeping the rumor mill busy. With the NBA Draft kicking off on Wednesday night, the Kings are expected to try to trade up for a first-round pick, but much more significant moves could be on the horizon.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Kings Open to Trading Surprise All-Star: Report

The Sacramento Kings seemed to have truly broken their own franchise curse in 2022-23, when they won 48 games, discovered an offense-first identity under Coach of the Year Mike Brown and All-Stars De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis, and secured the Western Conference's No.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Sacramento Kings Looking for Major Splash Ahead of NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings only possess a second-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, as things currently stand. They may be looking to change that. Scott Perry took over as general manager this offseason.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

2025 NBA Mock Draft Roundup: Sacramento Kings

Several first-round picks that Sacramento could trade for have already been dealt. The Brooklyn Nets also acquired their fifth first-round pick on Tuesday.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Kings Reportedly Making Unexpected Trade Candidate Available Ahead of NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings do not currently possess a first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft. One way of fixing that fact could be the surprising availability of an unexpected name.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

Kings Named Top Suitor for Ex-Lakers, Warriors Guard by NBA Insider

With the draft on Wednesday and the Free Agency period opening next Monday, the Sacramento Kings are going to be very active in reshaping the roster after two consecutive disappointing seasons.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 25

Kings Linked to Two Teams at End of NBA Draft First-Round

It's the day of the first round of the NBA Draft, and rumors are flying around everywhere. While the Kings have previously been linked to the Miami Heat and Toronto Raptors, but according to Marc Stein, there are two new teams to keep an eye on as the Kings attempt to get back into the first round.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / June 25

Kings Viewed As A Leading Suitor For Dennis Schröder

The Kings are viewed as a leading suitor for free agent point guard Dennis Schröder, according to league sources who have spoken to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line (Substack link).

Dennis Schroder News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Kings rumors: Dennis Schroder emerges as key Sacramento PG free agency target

The Sacramento Kings franchise has been on the downturn ever since they made it to the NBA playoffs in 2023. They are looking to rectify that come the 2025-26 season, aiming to bounce back to playoff relevance in the Western Conference despite losing De’Aaron Fox via trade and after finishing one game below .500 last season.

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NBA rumors: Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kings, Keegan Murray, Bulls

No, Giannis Antetokounmpo hasn’t asked for a trade. And no, the Bucks aren’t shopping him. But that hasn’t stopped the rest of the NBA from hovering.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 24

Kings Announce Full New-Look Coaching Staff

The Sacramento Kings have officially announced their full coaching staff for the upcoming 2025-2026 season. In a summer sure to be full of changes, the organization has now solidified the front office under new general manager Scott Perry as well as the coaching staff under new head coach Doug Christie.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / June 24

Kings Predicted to Take 7-foot Shot-Blocker in 2025 NBA Draft

The Sacramento Kings are gearing up for the 2025 NBA Draft on Wednesday night, even hosting a media watch party for the event, but they still do not own a first-round pick.

Doug Christie News / Hoops Rumors / June 24

Kings officially announce Doug Christie’s coaching staff

After removing the interim tag from head coach Doug Christie and signing him to a new multiyear contract earlier this offseason, the Kings have finalized and formally announced the coaching staff that will be working with Christie in 2025-26.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / June 24

Kings Reportedly Dangling Two Guards In Trade Talks, 4 Realistic Trade Scenarios

The Sacramento Kings don’t have a first-round pick in the 2025 draft. However, the Kings reportedly want to change that fact. According to Hoopshype, the Kings are gauging the trade interest of Malik Monk and Devin Carter in search of a trade partner.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Kings Have No Interest in Trading Young Duo This Offseason: Report

The Sacramento Kings are in a curious, but not unfamiliar, position. They stand at a crossroads with no clear plan for their future. They shocked many by trading De'Aaron Fox, who was the face of the franchise, to the San Antonio Spurs as part of a three-team deal with the Chicago Bulls that ultimately landed them Zach LaVine.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 23

Kings rumors: NBA Draft trade buzz heats up

The Sacramento Kings will have a busy offseason, as they have new general manager Scott Perry running the show. After failing to make the playoffs last season, there’s a good chance the team will look a bit different, but first, they have to decide who they want in the draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / June 22

Kings Could Revisit Trade Market Now That Kevin Durant Deal Is Done

The Sacramento Kings haven’t engaged in serious trade talks involving Malik Monk or DeMar DeRozan — yet. But that could soon change, per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee, with Kevin Durant’s trade fate now settled and teams shifting focus to secondary targets.

Sacramento Kings News / Fastbreak on SI / June 19

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Reacts To DeMar DeRozan's Instagram Post

DeMar DeRozan has been one of the most consistent scorers in the NBA over the last decade. He is coming off his first year playing for the Sacramento Kings.