Warriors may get another Ben Simmons chance after Kings contract twist
The Golden State Warriors may get another chance at Ben Simmons after his contract at the Sacramento Kings was revealed to be non-guaranteed.
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Just Wait ’Til Next Year: 2002 — Resilience
Resilience: The capacity to withstand or recover quickly from difficulties; toughness. I have never really applied “resilience” to the Golden Age Kings teams, opting for descriptors such as “fun” or “electric.” The teams of this era were underrated defensively, and more physical than the beauty of the offense would let on. But if one word could describe the early 2000 Kings and specifically the 2002-03 team, it might be “resilient.” Let’s Kings basketball. The Kings had a solid offseason, impr...
NBA scout offers blunt Kings outlook: ‘Yeah, they’re going to be bad’
The Kings aren’t entering this season with particularly high expectations. One NBA scout saw no reason to dress it up. “Yeah, they’re going to be bad.” That was the scout’s assessment in Sports Illustrated’s 2026-27 season preview. No advanced metric. No complicated explanation. Sometimes “bad” covers it. “Everyone expects Sacramento to be bad, and they will be,” another scout told SI. The Kings are coming off a 22-60 season and are returning Domantas Sabonis and Zach LaVine, mostly because no...
NBA scout offers blunt Kings outlook: ‘Yeah, they’re going to be bad’
The Kings aren’t entering this season with particularly high expectations. One NBA scout saw no reason to dress it up. “Yeah, they’re going to be bad.” That was the scout’s assessment in Sports Illustrated’s 2026-27 season preview. No advanced metric. No complicated explanation. Sometimes “bad” covers it. “Everyone expects Sacramento to be bad, and they […] The post NBA scout offers blunt Kings outlook: ‘Yeah, they’re going to be bad’ appeared first on Hoops Wire .
What To Expect From Ben Simmons In His NBA Return With The Kings
Ben Simmons will make his much-anticipated NBA return in the 2026-27 season, and we dive into what we can expect from the former All-Star on the court.
Kings Mailbag — Answering Fans’ Questions Before 2026-27
The Sacramento Kings’ 2026-27 training camp starts in less than a month. Still, the Kings have one open roster spot and plenty of questions about the roster’s state and what this season will look like after a measly 22-60 campaign. With that in mind, I shared a post online asking fans for their burning questions. […] The post Kings Mailbag — Answering Fans’ Questions Before 2026-27 appeared first on The Lead .
Ben Simmons tells Patrick Beverley ‘I worked my ass off to be in the position’ following criticism
Ben Simmons is back in the NBA. Not everyone thinks he deserves to be. The former Philadelphia 76ers, Brooklyn Nets, and Los Angeles Clippers player, who missed all of last season while recovering from back issues, signed with the Sacramento Kings last week on a one-year, $3.5 million deal. The No. 1 pick in the…
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Sacramento Bee Cuts Sports Department, Laying off Kings Beat Reporter
The Sacramento Kings are about to lose one of the reporters who chronicled them every day. The city is losing considerably more than that. The Sacramento Bee has eliminated its remaining sports department as part of sweeping layoffs by parent company McClatchy, as relayed by Awful Announcing. Kings beat reporter Jason Anderson, 49ers reporter Chris Biderman and longtime high school sports reporter Joe Davidson were all informed their positions had been eliminated. Their final day will be Oct. ...
Sacramento Bee eliminates sports department, including Kings beat reporter
The Sacramento Kings are about to lose one of the reporters who chronicled them every day. The city is losing considerably more than that. The Sacramento Bee has eliminated its remaining sports department as part of sweeping layoffs by parent company McClatchy, as relayed by Awful Announcing. Kings beat reporter Jason Anderson, 49ers reporter Chris […] The post Sacramento Bee eliminates sports department, including Kings beat reporter appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Why Jalen Duren landing with the Kings is secretly a dream scenario for the Celtics
One of the hottest offseason rumors is heating up again, and it's one that all Celtics fans should be rooting for.
Blockbuster Trade Idea Moves De’Aaron Fox And Gives The Spurs A Perfect Wemby Partner
Here is a trade that lets the Spurs escape De’Aaron Fox’s huge contract while bringing in the perfect frontcourt partner for Victor Wembanyama.
Celtics reportedly interested in signing former lottery pick
The Celtics are reportedly interested in signing Devin Carter, per NBA reporter Jake Fischer. Carter, who was drafted 13th overall by the Kings in 2024, was traded to the Atlanta Hawks in June in a salary dump to help them escape the second apron. Then, on Friday, NBA reporter Michael Scotto reported that the Hawks […]
Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem
The Kings may want to trade Domantas Sabonis. Other teams may want him. The problem, as usual, is the price. Sacramento has explored the market for Sabonis since at least last season’s trade deadline, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Toronto and Charlotte both discussed potential deals with the Kings, with the Raptors’ interest described […] The post Domantas Sabonis trade remains possible, but Kings’ price may be the problem appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Jalen Duren Rejects $190M Detroit Pistons Contract Offer?! Latest Contract Update
Jalen Duren reportedly turned down a Detroit Pistons contract offer in the 5-year, $190 million range, and his restricted free agency continues to become one of the biggest storylines surrounding Detroit. I’m joined by Sean Murphy, Detroit Pistons beat reporter for Detroit Sports Nation, to break down the latest Jalen Duren contract news, Detroit’s reported $190 million offer, the possibility of Duren taking the qualifying offer, Sacramento Kings interest, and what this ongoing contract stando...
Hawks waive Devin Carter, but roster crunch isn’t over
The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit. Carter was acquired from the Kings earlier this summer along with a 2033 second-round pick. The Hawks didn’t send anything back, making the deal a fairly basic salary dump from Sacramento’s perspective. Because Carter’s $5.16 million salary is guaranteed, Atlanta doesn’t create any immediate cap relief by waiving him....
Celtics interested in Devin Carter
The Boston Celtics have shown interest in signing Devin Carter once the former lottery pick clears waivers, according to Jake Fischer. Fischer reported Friday that the Atlanta Hawks are waiving Carter, who spent his first two NBA seasons with the Sacramento Kings. Boston is among the teams monitoring his availability and could pursue him after […] The post Celtics interested in Devin Carter appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Hawks waive Devin Carter, but roster crunch isn’t over
The Hawks made one cut. They still need another. Atlanta waived former lottery pick Devin Carter on Friday, reducing its roster to 16 players, one above the regular-season limit. Carter was acquired from the Kings earlier this summer along with a 2033 second-round pick. The Hawks didn’t send anything back, making the deal a fairly […] The post Hawks waive Devin Carter, but roster crunch isn’t over appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Celtics showing interest in former lottery pick Devin Carter
The Celtics may be looking to take a low-cost swing on a former lottery pick. Specifically, Boston has expressed interest in signing guard Devin Carter once he clears waivers, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The Hawks waived Carter on Friday, less than three months after acquiring him and a 2033 second-round pick from the Kings. Sacramento selected the former Providence standout with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. His NBA career has gotten off to a choppy start. Ca...
Kings’ Jonathan Kuminga offer to Warriors has aged terribly after Devin Carter move
The Kings' Jonathan Kuminga offer to the Warriors has aged terribly, underscored by the Hawks waiving Devin Carter on Friday.
Hawks waive Devin Carter
The Atlanta Hawks have moved on from Devin Carter, waiving the 24-year-old guard, according to HoopsHype. Carter spent last season with the Sacramento Kings, where he appeared in 38 games and averaged 18.4 minutes per contest. During that stretch, the guard produced 8.9 points, 3.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game. The post Hawks waive Devin Carter appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Ben Simmons Claps Back At Patrick Beverley After Landing Kings Deal
Ben Simmons is getting another chance to prove he can still help an NBA team. The Sacramento Kings gave him a one-year deal after watching him work out and go through medical testing, creating a low-commitment chance for the former All-Star to restart his career. The timing also fits Sacramento’s roster needs. The Kings drafted [...]
NBA Rumor Increases Chance of Detroit Pistons & Sacramento Kings Trade for Jalen Duren Before Training Camp Opens
While a Jalen Duren trade from the Detroit Pistons to the Sacramento Kings was unrealistic all summer long, a new […]
Report: Sacramento Kings’ Doug Christie is Lowest-Paid NBA Coach in 2026
Portland Trail Blazers owner Tom Dundon received a lot of public criticism from coaches around the NBA for the contract […]
‘Very Seriously Considering’: Jalen Duren Eyes Qualifying Offer As Sacramento Kings Remain Major Threat To Detroit Pistons
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — The Sacramento Kings remain highly interested in Detroit Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren and could create the room to sign him to a max-salary contract next offseason, Sam Amick and Hunter Patterson of The Athletic reported Friday. Duren has three very serious suitors if he reaches unrestricted free agency in 2027, […]
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