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The Los Angeles Clippers announced two promotions for their home opener against the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday. The post Clippers Roll Out 2 Fan-Friendly Promotions for Home Season Opener appeared first on LA Sports Report.
Mark Jones discusses how Darius Acuff, Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis could shape the Sacramento Kings’ success.
The Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings at Intuit Dome on Wednesday, October 21, at 10:30 p.m. ET.
Isaiah Jackson finally earns his first Clippers start at center for the season-opener against Sacramento, after 219 games with only 45 starts. Meanwhile, Lakers coach JJ Redick stresses growing through adversity, with Austin Reaves eyeing a stronger roster. Warriors add depth as Graham Ike signs a two‑way deal and could see minutes with Charles Bassey sidelined; however, rookie Brandin Podziemski misses the opener due to back soreness. Suns forward Devin Booker remains optimistic that the team’s modest roster tweaks, highlighted by the Miles Bridges trade, will translate into playoff cohesion.
The Sacramento Kings received some unfortunate news a few days ago when offseason signing Ben Simmons, the former All-Star, ruptured his Achilles — putting an end to his season before it even began. Simmons was generating some hype with his final preseason performance, putting up 14 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. But now, Simmons […] The post Kings forward Keegan Murray’s reaction to seeing Ben Simmons’ injury is tough to hear appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Celtics got 38 points from Paul George in his debut. They’ll need considerably better shooting from Jayson Tatum to make that combination work. Tatum went 6-of-23 from the field and missed all seven of his three-point attempts in Tuesday’s 121-113 season-opening loss to the Pistons. He shot just 1-of-10 in the second half, though […] The post NBA Notes: Celtics, Jayson Tatum, Pistons, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving still loves playing basketball. He’s less enthusiastic about everything that comes with being an NBA player. And while he hasn’t announced a retirement date, Irving doesn’t envision following LeBron James into his 40s. “I don’t look at it as comparing my years to other people, but just how much love I […] The post NBA Notes: Mavericks, Kyrie Irving, Blazers, Vit Krejci, Kings appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Warriors are where Draymond Green wants to finish his career. But leaving Golden State wouldn’t necessarily mean he’s finished playing. Green, who signed a one-year contract this summer, told Alex Sherman of CNBC that he intends to play beyond this season, even if that means wearing another uniform. He’ll become an unrestricted free agent […] The post NBA Notes: Warriors, Draymond Green, Kings, Ben Simmons, Magic appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Sacramento Kings rank sixth in Nielsen’s NBA Fandom Index, reflecting fan interest that endured through a 22-60 season & extended turmoil.
Blake Griffin lambasts former Clippers owner Donald Sterling for his "cheap" approach, contrasting it with Steve Ballmer’s big‑ticket spending as the team gears up for the 2026‑27 season. Griffin, speaking before his new show premiere, notes the franchise’s shift from Sterling’s frugality to Ballmer’s willingness to exceed the salary‑cap, even as the Clippers grapple with a $30 million fine and loss of five first‑round picks for cap‑circumvention deals tied to Kawhi Leonard. The recent trade that sent Leonard to Toronto caps a tumultuous era, leaving the Clippers to start the season with a restructured roster and new challenges.
Former #1 pick Ben Simmons was preparing to return to the NBA after a stint with the Clippers in the 2024-2025 season, but he tore his Achilles tendon at a Sunday practice, forcing season-ending surgery. Now more news is coming out about Simmons’ return that makes the injury update even more heartbreaking. ESPN and Andscape’s […] The post Kings rumors: NBA insider reveals detail about Ben Simmons’ Achilles injury that makes it even more heartbreaking appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Sacramento Kings announced their Opening Night roster ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Clippers at the Intuit Dome.
Despite being waived by the Grizzlies, Walter Clayton Jr. is expected to command some attention from teams in free agency.
Sacramento Kings guard Ben Simmons, 25, will miss the entire 2026-27 NBA season after tearing his right Achilles tendon during a team practice. The injury, confirmed on Oct. 20, ends his comeback attempt following a year‑long rehab that kept him out of 2025-26. Simmons, who signed a one‑year deal with the Kings and posted promising numbers in two preseason games—7 points vs. Golden State and 14 points with near‑triple‑double stats against San Antonio—now faces surgery. He addressed the setback on Instagram, vowing to rebound from the "another chapter" in his career. The Kings had counted on him as a backup guard behind rookie Darius Acuff Jr.
Yaxel Lendeborg has already given the Sacramento Kings a reason to regret not drafting him even before his regular season debut for the Golden State Warriors.
The Sacramento Kings were dealt a major blow over the weekend when it was revealed that Ben Simmons suffered a season-ending Achilles injury. Simmons was attempting an NBA comeback this season after not playing last year, and the Kings had big plans for him, wanting to pair the former No. 1 pick alongside rookie point […] The post Darius Acuff Jr. speaks up on big change after losing Ben Simmons to injury appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Sacramento Kings planned to rely on Ben Simmons this season, but his Achilles injury has Doug Christie’s team looking into trade possibilities. Simmons broke the silence on his devastating injury recently, as did Raptors forward Kawhi Leonard, who had a message for his fallen hoops colleague. Leonard did not realize Simmons wasn’t playing this year […] The post Kawhi Leonard sends best wishes to Kings’ Ben Simmons after Achilles tear appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Ben Simmons' Achilles tear forces the Kings to search for another guard. They never should have given up on Devin Carter. The Celtics are reaping the benefits.
The Milwaukee Bucks waive veteran guard Kevin Porter Jr., who posted 17.4 points, 5.2 rebounds and 7.4 assists last season, to hit the roster limit and give young rebuild talent more minutes after trading Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sacramento Kings, reeling from Ben Simmons' season‑ending Achilles injury, emerge as the top suitor, also eyeing former Memphis guard Walter Clayton Jr., the 2025 18th‑overall pick who averaged 9.7 points and 5.7 assists. The Kings' decision could shape both teams' point‑guard depth heading into the 2026‑27 season.
The Grizzlies are waiving Walter Clayton Jr. and Micah Peavy, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania, bringing their standard roster to the 15-player limit. The decision follows efforts to trade Clayton before Monday’s roster deadline. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported earlier in the day that the Kings had emerged as a […] The post Grizzlies to waive Walter Clayton Jr., Micah Peavy after trade talks appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Kings have waived guard Adam Flagler, opening a two-way roster spot ahead of the regular season, the team announced, via James Ham. Flagler signed with Sacramento in July but saw little action during the preseason, appearing in two games and averaging 4.6 minutes. Jonathan Mogbo and Leaky Black hold the Kings’ other two-way contracts, […] The post Kings make roster move appeared first on Hoops Wire .
The Sacramento Kings waive two‑way guard Adam Flagler, ending his short stint after signing a two‑way contract in July. Flagler logged seven Summer League games (16.8 MPG) with 6.3 points, 2 assists and .319/.190/.714 shooting, and saw only two brief preseason appearances at 4.6 MPG. The former Baylor champion spent the 2025‑26 season with the Austin Spurs, averaging 14.5 points and 4.9 assists. Sacramento now has one two‑way slot open, while Jonathan Mogbo and Leaky Black retain the other two-way spots, and an additional roster spot remains vacant.
The Sacramento Kings’ preseason hope—a comeback for Ben Simmons—ends abruptly after Simmons tears his right Achilles in a practice, ruling him out for the 2026‑27 season. After a year away from basketball, during which he focused on recovery, sport fishing, and mental health, Simmons signed a veteran‑minimum deal with the Kings, a team projected to win just 21.7 games. His return was hailed as a “night and day” improvement, but the injury dashes any optimism for the franchise’s struggling roster.
The Sacramento Kings have emerged as a possible trade destination for Memphis Grizzlies guard Walter Clayton Jr. ahead of Monday’s 5 p.m. ET roster cutdown deadline, according to Marc Stein and Jake Fischer. “The Grizzlies are actively trying to find a new home via trade for Walter Clayton Jr. before today’s 5 PM ET roster […] The post Kings emerge as potential suitor for Walter Clayton Jr. appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Sacramento Kings are scrambling for backcourt help after Ben Simmons suffers a season‑ending Achilles tear in practice. NBA insider Jake Fischer reports the club is eyeing point guard Walter Clayton Jr., who Memphis is trying to move before the Monday 5 p.m. roster deadline. While no deal is confirmed, the Kings consider Clayton among several options to replace Simmons’s playmaking role. A rumored discussion with the Milwaukee Bucks also circulates, but remains unverified. With the roster cut‑off looming, Sacramento must decide quickly whether to trade for depth or rely on its current roster.