The Kings aren’t just missing shots. They’re making life considerably easier for the people shooting against them. That’s the concern behind Sacramento’s 0-4 start, and it goes beyond waiting for somebody to get hot. Through four games, the Kings generated 40 wide-open three-point attempts. Their opponents generated 90, according to Will Zimmerle of Kings On […]
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Matt George expected the Sacramento Kings to have a difficult night in San Antonio. He didn’t expect to be this frustrated by how they defended.
The San Antonio Spurs cruise past the Sacramento Kings in a preseason rout on Oct. 27, 2026, showcasing a well‑executed attack that includes Julian Champagnie draining eight threes off the bench and Victor Wembanyama dominating the paint. The win, described as routine and effortless, underscores the Spurs' readiness while the author muses on broader league oddities—from the Knicks’ 0‑3 start as defending champs to injury woes affecting the Thunder, Wolves, and Kawhi Leonard. Amid the preseason haze, the Spurs’ performance offers a reassuring glimpse of cohesive play ahead of the regular season.
The early 2026‑27 NBA season has left three clubs drowning in bad vibes. The Miami Heat, despite landing Giannis Antetokounmpo and pairing him with Bam Adebayo, sit 0‑4 and have allowed over 110 points each game, with the offense still a mess. The Toronto Raptors, after two opening wins, lose Kawhi Leonard to knee swelling, dashing hopes for a quick return to form. The Sacramento Kings also sit winless, surrendering 120‑plus points per loss while coach Doug Christie battles a weak roster; rookie Darius Acuff Jr. shines with 21.5 points per game but can’t lift the team. These woes set a grim tone for the first month of the season.
The Dallas Mavericks announce that stretch big Santi Aldama, acquired in a July six‑team deal, moves from the Texas Legends back to the active roster as part of his return‑to‑play protocol. Initially listed as "out," Aldama is now "doubtful" for the Wednesday game against the Oklahoma City Thunder and could debut on Friday versus the Houston Rockets or Monday versus the Sacramento Kings. Averaging 15 points per game last season, his floor‑running, lane‑filling skill set could bolster a Mavericks squad that already posted wins over Indiana, a healed Tyrese Haliburton, and a revamped Miami Heat.
Bobby Gerould discusses Darius Acuff Jr.’s development, Scott Perry’s roster-building approach and what the Kings need around their young guard.
Rookie Cameron Carr is taking a major step toward returning to the Los Angeles Lakers after a right oblique strain sidelined him since Oct. 6. Coach JJ Redick confirmed Carr completed a full practice with the Coachella Valley Lakers on Tuesday, a key checkpoint for his rehab and ability to absorb contact. Carr posted 19 points, three rebounds, two assists and two steals in his preseason debut versus the Sacramento Kings, followed by a modest five‑point effort against the Warriors. The Lakers hope his G League stint with Coachella Valley, which starts Nov. 6 against the Salt Lake City Stars, will keep him ready for a big‑league role.
The overseas players in the NBA have been a threat for the rest of the lot, with Victor Wembanyama leading the charge. The San Antonio superstar delivered one of his strongest performances of the young season as the Spurs defeated the Sacramento Kings 130-103 on Tuesday. After dominating on both ends of the floor, the […]
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Julian Champagnie ignites the San Antonio Spurs in a 130-103 rout of the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 27, 2026. The wing storms the first half with eight three‑pointers, tying his franchise record for threes in a half and boosting the team’s three‑point shooting to 45.9% (17‑of‑37). Champagnie finishes with 26 points on 8‑of‑13 from deep. Victor Wembanyama adds 29 points, ten rebounds and multiple dunks, while Devin Vassell contributes 14 points and four triples. The Kings’ defensive lapses, especially against Stephon Castle’s drive, leave the Spurs wide open all night. The win sets up a Wednesday showdown with the Utah Jazz.
As brilliant as Darius Acuff Jr. could be offensively, his first four NBA games have revealed a concerning trend.
Victor Wembanyama bursts onto the 2026‑27 NBA season as the league’s blocks leader, averaging just over four per game in his first four outings. After posting six blocks vs. Oklahoma City, two against Houston, four in Dallas and five against Sacramento, he’s already climbed the all‑time blocks leaderboard, moving from 224th at the end of 2025‑26 to a tie for 211th with Carmelo Anthony. The article lists the 13 players he passed, including Kobe Bryant and Andre Iguodala, and notes that 30 active players still rank above him as he chases the title of greatest blocker ever.
Victor Wembanyama scored 29 points, grabbed 10 rebounds and blocked five shots as the San Antonio Spurs routed the Sacramento Kings 130-103 on Tuesday night at Frost Bank Center, earning their first home victory of the 2026-27 season. Julian Champagnie added 26 points on 8-for-13 shooting from 3-point range as San Antonio improved to 2-2. […]
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It’s not just the San Antonio Spurs who need their superstar Victor Wembanyama to deliver heroics on the court. Sometimes, the Spurs big man can also lend a helping hand to the referees. The Spurs’ win over the Sacramento Kings provided a hilarious example, as Wembanyama had to assist a referee who called on the […]
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The Sacramento Kings sank to the bottom of the Western Conference on Tuesday as they remained winless in four games. The Kings were trampled by the San Antonio Spurs, 130-103, at Frost Bank Center. The Kings allowed 80 points in the first half, which proved to be their undoing. De’Andre Hunter had 24 points, including […]
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Harrison Barnes had a quiet night in limited playing time during the San Antonio Spurs’ win over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday. However, the Spurs veteran made headlines with a powerful dunk that prompted a hilarious reaction from Victor Wembanyama. In the fourth quarter, Barnes turned back the clock with a thunderous poster dunk over […]
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Spurs The Spurs spent the first week looking for some offensive rhythm. Julian Champagnie found enough Tuesday to share with everybody. Champagnie made eight first-half threes and finished with 26 points in San Antonio’s 130-103 win over the Kings. Victor Wembanyama added 29 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks as the Spurs improved to 2-2. […]
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The San Antonio Spurs bounce back with a dominant 130-107 win over a shorthanded Sacramento Kings, posting their second straight victory. A 41‑point second quarter fuels the triumph as Victor Wembanyama delivers a season‑best 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Julian Champagnie adds 26, shooting 8‑for‑13 from three. Seven Spurs score in double figures, with the bench contributing 40 points and the team shooting 54 percent overall and a season‑high 46 percent from deep. The Kings, now 0‑4, rely on Domantas Sabonis' 20‑point, 14‑rebound effort, but fall short.
The San Antonio Spurs secured back-to-back wins on Tuesday with a 130-103 win over the Sacramento Kings at the Frost Bank Center. Julian Champagnie played a significant role in the convincing win with an outstanding scoring performance, and the Spurs forward made it clear that he believes in heat checks when his shots are falling. […]
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The San Antonio Spurs rode the double-double brilliance of Victor Wembanyama and the hot shooting of Julian Champagnie to blow out the Sacramento Kings 130-103.
The Sacramento Kings defense didn't put up a fight in San Antonio, as they fell to 0-4 with a blowout loss to the Spurs.
The San Antonio Spurs cruise to a 130-103 victory over a shorthanded Sacramento Kings in their season’s second win, snapping back to .500. Victor Wembanyama leads with 29 points, 10 rebounds and five blocks, while Julian Champagnie adds 26 off the bench, hitting eight first‑half threes. Devin Vassell records a season‑high eight assists as the Spurs build a 26‑point halftime lead and never look back. The Kings, missing key frontcourt players, struggle defensively and manage only 103 points despite Domantas Sabonis' effort. The win underscores San Antonio’s strong start and the growing talent gap between the teams.
The Dallas Mavericks announce rookie Sergio De Larrea is out for Wednesday’s 8:30 p.m. CT game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a right‑knee sprain, ending his brief return after a hard fall in the second quarter on Monday. Kyrie Irving remains questionable after logging 32:40 in the 113‑109 win over Miami, his third game back from a torn ACL. Coach Dusty May praised De Larrea as a "tough kid" but expects imaging tomorrow to determine the outlook. The Mavericks also list Naji Marshall (illness), Caleb Martin (thumb), Santi Aldama (knee surgery), Tarik Biberović (heel) and Dereck Lively II (foot surgery) as injuries as they head into a three‑game homestand (Thunder, Rockets, Kings).
Julian Champagnie has already made a habit of rewriting the San Antonio Spurs’ record book from beyond the arc, and he did it again on Tuesday night against the Sacramento Kings. Champagnie drilled eight 3-pointers in the first half at Frost Bank Center, tying his own franchise record for made threes in a half. The […]
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The Spurs face the Sacramento Kings on Oct. 27, 2026 at 7 PM CT in a preseason showdown streamed on DAZN. After a 122‑106 win over a short‑handed Mavericks and a 126‑97 blowout of the Kings on Oct. 16, San Antonio looks poised for another easy victory, though the Kings sit at 1‑2 and are missing Ben Simmons after an Achilles tear. Veteran guard De’Aaron Fox earned a surprise ejection after a sideline incident with Domantas Sabonis. Expect a dominant Spurs performance as they aim to capitalize on the Kings’ injuries and inconsistency.
The Sacramento Kings exercised Nique Clifford’s third-year option, keeping the second-year wing under contract for the 2027-28 season.