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It has been 14 seasons since the Sacramento Kings took part in the NBA’s spring festivities, otherwise known as the playoffs. Is the 2020-21 season finally the time they end the drought? Yes, head coach Luke Walton’s squad is 11th in the Western Conference at 22-26. Concurrently, they’ve won seven of their last nine games; […]

The Sacramento Kings came into the season with some optimism. With new GM Monty McNair replacing Vlade Divac, many were hoping the Kings could repeat their success from two seasons ago. Sadly, the Kings haven’t replicated that success, currently sitting at 17-25, 13th in the West. The tea leaves read strongly that it’s time to […]

Currently holding a 16-24 record in the Western Conference, it’s not likely the Sacramento Kings make the playoffs this season. For that reason, multiple other teams have inquired the Kings about potentially trading for Harrison Barnes or Buddy Hield. However, the Kings have stayed firm with maintaining their current roster. It seems the owner, Vivek […]

Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield isn’t taking the flopping warning he recently received from the NBA too seriously. On Friday afternoon, the NBA Official Twitter account announced that the Kings wing is being formally warned for violating the league’s anti-flopping rule during Thursday night’s first-half finale against the Portland Trail Blazers. Hield took to Twitter […]

Buddy Hield has clearly made a name for himself as one of the best pure shooters in today’s NBA. The Sacramento Kings sharpshooter knocked down eight threes on Sunday against the Charlotte Hornets to set an incredible shooting feat not even Stephen Curry (or Klay Thompson for that matter) of the Golden State Warriors was […]

After Sacramento Kings big man Marvin Bagley III put on another strong performance, Buddy Hield had a message for the young gun’s critics. Bagley logged in a double-double with 16 points and 12 rebounds in the Kings’ win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. This marked his second straight double-double which is also the Kings’ […]

The Sacramento Kings suffered another drubbing this time against the Los Angeles Clippers to snag their eighth loss of the season. After the game, Kings head coach Luke Walton criticized the efforts of the team, most especially to its backcourt duo of De’Aaron Fox and Buddy Hield. “I think that as two of our guys […]

Just wow. Buddy Hield breaks the hearts of Denver Nuggets fans everywhere with a buzzer-beating tip-in to win it for the Sacramento Kings, 124-122. Here’s the clip of the wild ending in the Mile High City: THIS NUGGETS-KINGS ENDING! WOW!pic.twitter.com/krEe2SCGlj — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) December 24, 2020 Buddy Hield ended the game with 22 points, 4 […]

The Los Angeles Lakers completed most of their objectives in the offseason. As the window on LeBron James’ career nears its end, Rob Pelinka is aware that the front office must capitalize on every opportunity that increases their chances of repeating for a championship this year. While other teams made sure to get better in […]

After Sacramento Kings guard Kyle Guy hit the game-winner against the Golden State Warriors in their NBA preseason game on Tuesday, his teammate Buddy Hield immediately got hyped. Too hyped, in fact. Hield celebrated so much that he tripped and fell over. Fortunately, the Kings sharpshooter was alright. Judging by the video, he was looking […]

Per usual, there’s always a few players in the league that are upset with their NBA 2K ratings in some shape or fashion. For the most part, many players have already gotten their feelings out the way after the game was released in September. Even so, Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield couldn’t help himself […]

Buddy Hield had quite a tumultuous 2019-20 campaign with the Sacramento Kings. The sweet shooter had qualms about his bench role and didn’t see eye to eye with head coach Luke Walton. Nonetheless, Hield admitted he had no regrets on his past misgivings with the Kings and looks ready to move on as the 2020-21 […]

The Sacramento Kings are reportedly seeking future assets in exchange for shooting guard Buddy Hield, according to Ian Begley of SNY. Begley reported the Kings have been asking for “draft compensation,” though it is unknown how many picks they are asking for in talks. Hield had been the subject of trade rumors throughout the offseason, […]

The Boston Celtics were able to still make history even after being forced to part ways with Gordon Hayward during free agency. The All-Star forward elected to sign with the Charlotte Hornets to a massive 4-year, $120 million deal, ending the Celtics then-plans of negotiating a sign-and-trade with the Indiana Pacers that was reportedly on […]

The Sacramento Kings’ recent decision not to match the Atlanta Hawks’ four-year, $72 million offer sheet for restricted free agent Bogdan Bogdanovic is a clear indication of how the Kings intend to move forward with Buddy Hield. This did not go unnoticed by Hield himself, who appears to be overjoyed with the confidence shown in […]

There are whispers going around the NBA that Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield wants to be traded by the franchise. If the Kings are looking to part ways with Hield, they would probably want “a good young player or players and draft picks,” per Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee. However, it appears that […]

Bogdan Bogdanovic has emerged as one of the hottest names in free agency of late. As it turns out, the Sacramento Kings’ potential decision not to match the Atlanta Hawks’ offer for Bogdanovic actually has a lot to do with Buddy Hield. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, the fact that Hield does not […]

The Golden State Warriors were dealt a devastating blow when news broke that guard Klay Thompson had torn his Achilles and will miss a second consecutive season. While this would certainly seem to be curtains for the dynasty, the Warriors aren’t going to go down without a fight and have already made a trade for […]

The Bogdan Bogdanovic situation in Sacramento is nothing short of a mess. The Kings agreed to a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks nearly a week before teams were allowed to speak to any kind of free agent, even players on their own teams. The trade has since been scrapped (for now). Nevertheless, in agreeing to […]

New York Knicks big man Julius Randle and Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield have been going hard during the NBA offseason. The two NBA stars recently took part in a highly competitive pick-up game alongside Utah Jazz guard Emmanuel Mudiay. Buddy Hield, Julius Randle and Emmanuel Mudiay pulled up to play pickup ♨️ (via […]

Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield has been in the trade rumor mill for quite a while. However, it seems like any kind of trade talks involving the sharp-shooter isn’t gaining a ton of traction. Per Sean Deveney of Forbes, an anonymous general manager said that while he believes Sacramento should part ways with Hield, they […]

Buddy Hield’s time with the Sacramento Kings seems to be on the verge of ending. It’s no secret that he is unhappy and wants to leave the organization, which is only making his trade stock drop with teams knowing he wants out. On the daily Locked On Bucks Podcast, host Kane Pitman is joined by […]

The Thunder might be interested in this note on an Oklahoma legend: According to reports, Buddy Hield wants out in Sacramento. Several teams should come running at the opportunity to trade for Hield who will begin the first year of a four-year contract next season. On the daily Locked On Thunder Podcast, host Rylan Stiles […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield is reportedly not answering head coach Luke Walton’s phone calls this offseason, but the team isn’t too concerned about it, per James Ham of NBC Sports California. The Kings supposedly understand that players can be distant from their organizations in the offseason. The franchise also knows that Hield is […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield has soured on head coach Luke Walton, per Jason Jones of The Athletic. Hield is not happy coming off the Kings’ bench and he hasn’t answered any of Walton’s phone calls. But for Hield, things have changed. According to league sources, Hield has soured on Walton to the point […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield recently liked a post on IG stating that the Philadelphia 76ers have an interest in acquiring him this offseason. Take a look: https://twitter.com/simmons_szn/status/1308867950322089991 Buddy Hield signed a four-year, $94 million extension with the Kings before the start of the 2019-20 season. However, it’s widely assumed in league circles he’s […]

When Buddy Hield signed a four-year, $94 million contract extension with the Sacramento Kings before the start of the 2019-20 season, he was expecting to be the full-time starter. However, Hield wound up becoming the Kings’ sixth man during the 2019-20 campaign and it’s widely assumed in league circles he’s not happy about it. Sam […]

The Philadelphia 76ers hit a major wall when they were knocked out of the first round in the 2020 NBA Playoffs. They have since fired head coach Bret Brown as they try to salvage what is left of the famed “Process” and make it work. However, it is clear they have to make some roster […]

After an encouraging 39-win season in 2018-19, the Sacramento Kings were a young team on the rise with playoff intentions. But after a regrettable coaching change and obvious failed roster decisions, Sacramento is in a familiar place, trying to keep a star-type player happy and in a Kings jersey while the front office is influx. […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield only averaged 20 minutes per game during the Orlando bubble in the seeding games. That’s not exactly ideal considering the Kings signed Hield to a lucrative contract extension before the 2019-20 season started. After Sacramento’s 2019-20 season officially ended on Thursday, Hield basically admitted he’s not comfortable with the […]

Buddy Hield has failed to lead the Sacramento Kings to the postseason and as a result, his bonus is down $1,500,000. Per Bobby Marks of ESPN, the only bonus that Hield will receive is his inclusion in the league’s top 10 for 3-pointers made. Statistics show that Hield ranks third in 3-pointers made this season, […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield had some fun during his conference call with reporters on Tuesday. The Kings’ sharpshooter joked he’s going to channel his inner El Chapo and build a tunnel to sneak out of the Orlando bubble without anyone knowing. A reminder why media sessions with Buddy Hield are always fun. He […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield, along with teammates Jabari Parker and Alex Len, tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday. The Kings are among the 22 teams scheduled to partake in the “bubble” games in Orlando, Florida. The 2019-20 season resumes on July 30 at Walt Disney World. Hield, during an interview with Jason Anderson […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield has tested positive for COVID-19, per Shams Charania and Sam Amick of The Athletic. Kings small forward Jabari Parker has contracted the virus as well. Kings guard Buddy Hield has tested positive for coronavirus, sources tell me and @sam_amick. — Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 25, 2020 Hield is one […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield is one of the premier marksmen in the NBA. After all, Hield defeated a pretty loaded field to win the 3-point shootout at the 2020 All-Star Weekend. Of course, Hield had a fairly prolific stroke well before he made it to the NBA. He shot 39.0 percent from beyond […]

Before the 2019-20 season was suspended due to COVID-19, the Sacramento Kings had a paltry 28-36 record. Their playoff hopes weren’t completely lost, but odds are they were going to miss the postseason yet again. The Sacramento franchise hasn’t made the playoffs since 2006. Kings fans are dying to see their favorite basketball team play […]

Before they get to the NBA, many of today’s superstars had a chance to show out in the annual NCAA Tournament. With this year’s tournament canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, it’s a good time to look back at some of the best March Madness performances that helped launch the careers of some of the […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield watched the entire fourth quarter of Sunday’s game against the Toronto Raptors from the bench. Having been moved into a sixth-man role earlier this year, Hield was still finishing games as one of the Kings’ best shooting options, but Luke Walton still opted to leave him out as the […]

Even head coaches aren’t exempt from some heckling. That is proven true when a fan in the recent Sacramento Kings-Toronto Raptors matchup shouted angrily at head coach Luke Walton. Sacramento was down three with 13.7 seconds left on the clock, but the fan turned livid when Walton kept Buddy Hield — the reigning 3-Point champion […]