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Defense may be the key for the Sacramento Kings in the 2019-20 season, but head coach Luke Walton also wants his team to be active on the offensive end — particularly from the 3-point area. Per James Jam of NBC Sports California, Walton revealed he expects the Kings to attempt around 35 3-pointers per game. […]

Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox told reporters head coach Luke Walton hasn’t talked to the team about his sexual assault case in Los Angeles. Investigators for the Kings and the NBA determined that based on available evidence, there was “not a sufficient basis to support” the sexual assault allegations made against Walton. Fox asked […]

The Sacramento Kings had something of a breakout year last season as a team after years of suffering in the doldrums due to daft draft picks and poor management. Now, the team seems to be going in the right direction with a strong young core of De’Aaron Fox, Marvin Bagley, Harry Giles, Buddy Hield and […]

The Sacramento Kings are looking forward to what Luke Walton has in store for them, especially with his fast-paced offensive system. Walton, on the one hand, is banking on his three young rising stars De’Aaron Fox, Marvin Bagley, and Buddy Hield to anchor their team on the other side of the ball, per Kings sideline […]

Is there a more interesting young team in the NBA than the Sacramento Kings at the moment? The Kings are coming off of a surprising 2018-19 campaign in which they won 39 games and actually contended for a playoff spot in the Western Conference through much of the season before finally fading in March. Now, […]

Luke Walton hasn’t even coached his first game for the Sacramento Kings, yet he is already making a positive impression with his new squad. Kings sharp-shooter Buddy Hield has nothing but praises headed for the former-player-turned-coach and credits him for ushering in a great culture in Sacramento. “Luke and his staff he brought in the […]

When you have something special brewing, you should do everything in your power to preserve it. That’s why the Sacramento Kings should absolutely try and sign Buddy Hield to a contract extension before the deadline on Oct. 21. The Kings have been working on a new deal for Hield, who is entering the final year […]

The Sacramento Kings are bent on snapping their 13-year postseason drought in the 2019-20 season, and head coach Luke Walton believes improving their defense is the first step to make that a reality. Per Jason Anderson in The Sacramento Bee: Walton said one of the keys to the Kings reaching the playoffs will be their […]

Despite Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox flashing personal achievements during the 2018-19 NBA season, like nearly winning the Most Improved Player award, the former Kentucky floor general is focused on his own team improving and making a postseason berth. Per Jason Anderson in The Sacramento Bee: “I think it’s a realistic expectation,” Kings point […]

The Sacramento Kings hired former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Luke Walton last April, the same month the 39-year-old was hit with a civil suit by a Spectrum SportsNet female broadcaster alleging sexual assault. Last month, the NBA and Kings released a statement claiming they ended a joint investigation on the matter, with not “sufficient […]

Former Phoenix Suns guard Tyler Ulis has signed with the Sacramento Kings, the team announced on Tuesday. The 23-year-old point guard last spent time in the Chicago Bulls organization after entering the NBA with the Suns. He was waived by the Bulls in December of 2018 after undergoing hip surgery. Kings announced they’ve signed guard […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield is continuing his fund raising efforts for the Bahamas. Together, Hield and the Kings have raised nearly $300,000 for the islands in the wake of Hurricane Dorian. Hield, who hails from Freeport, recently joined Sports Illustrated to elaborate on these relief efforts: Sports Illustrated: How have the fund-raising efforts […]

Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox’s father is defending his son’s decision not to play for Team USA in the FIBA World Cup. Fox withdrew from the FIBA World Cup to focus on the upcoming Kings season. Aaron Fox says Sacramento is Fox’s first responsibility since Team USA is not paying his son to play. […]

Team USA had a disappointing stint in the recently concluded FIBA World Cup in China. They finished seventh in the overall rankings, which was far from the podium finish that fans had hoped and expected from them. Still, Team USA forward and Sacramento Kings vet Harrison Barnes believes they have nothing to be ashamed of. […]

A Team USA spokesman says USA Basketball is not angry with Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox. Fox withdrew from the FIBA World Cup to focus on the upcoming Kings season. Some panelists on ESPN wondered if Fox would ever garner consideration from Team USA again after his sudden withdrawal. It doesn’t look like that […]

After Team USA’s losses in the FIBA World Cup, Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox — who backed out days before the tournament — has received some backlash. Speaking on The Jump, Rachel Nichols, Amin Elhassan and Richard Jefferson briefly spoke about Fox’s last-minute pullout from Team USA. As transcribed by Jason Anderson of the Sacramento […]

It was a night to remember for Sacramento Kings shooting guard Bogdan Bogdanovic as he led Serbia to a famous victory against Team USA in the FIBA World Cup tournament on Thursday. Bogdanovic caught fire in this one, torching the Americans for a game-high 28 points (on 10-of-17 shooting), seven three-pointers (!), four rebounds, and […]

De’Aaron Fox of the Sacramento Kings is one of the most notable up-and-coming young point guards in the league after a tremendous second season despite an uninspiring rookie campaign in 2017-18. Fox improved across the board in his second season and actually finished 4th in the NBA in total assists (590), 8th in assists per […]

Sacramento Kings swingman Buddy Hield is a native of the country of the Bahamas, which was one of the targets in the path of a Category 5 hurricane in September. In his efforts, the 26-year-old NBA-er is doing the most to raise awareness and point towards relief to help the people of the Bahamas, who […]

Sacramento Kings forward Nemanja Bjelica didn’t have the best day at the office for his native Serbia, as a 5-of-17 shooting night marred a rough FIBA World Cup quarterfinal loss against Argentina. Bjelica was the first to take ownership of his own performance, quickly taking the blame: “We weren’t ready for this game. Especially mentally. […]

Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadivé believes the Kings will be “one of the best shows in sports” next season. Ranadivé expects Sacramento to play a fast, exciting brand of basketball under new head coach Luke Walton. . @SacramentoKings Chairman Vivek Ranadive tells @TheFrankIsola & @Scalabrine that his team will be "one of the best shows […]

Buddy Hield found a helping hand in the form of a fellow Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Martin. Per Sam Amick of The Athletic, the former NBA player donated $10,000 in Hield’s efforts to help out his home country of The Bahamas, which was recently struck by the catastrophic Hurrican Dorian. Martin, likewise, sung praises to […]

Sacramento Kings general manager Vlade Divac became one of the newest members of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame on Friday night. During his Hall of Fame speech, Divac spoke extensively about the love for the game of basketball and how that love inspired him to give it all back, via Jason Anderson of The […]

Luka Doncic is the shining hope for the Dallas Mavericks. He is expected to continue the tradition that the team is to be led by an outstanding European alongside Kristaps Porzingis. However, the Mavs rising star is still a young one and can be easily impressed by video games. With NBA 2K20’s release, players got […]

For anybody involved with the Los Angeles Lakers–Sacramento Kings 2002 Western Conference Finals—whether they be players, fans, or spectators—it’s difficult to remove the sting of a memorable series. Nevertheless, former high-intensity foes in Scot Pollard and Robert Horry reunited off the court at a release party for the video game NBA 2K20. Pollard, now 44 […]

It’s a rare occurrence when NBA players agree with their 2K ratings. The ratings in the most popular basketball game in the world have become a benchmark for players to measure their progress, and are highly debated within the NBA community. The latest player to lodge a complaint is Sacramento Kings guard De’Aaron Fox. While […]

As part of a recent interview with The Athletic, Peja Stojakovic gave credit to his former Sacramento Kings teammate, Vlade Divac, for his role in globalizing the game of basketball. For many young athletes living outside of the United States, playing in the NBA is the ultimate goal. Prior to guys like Divac and others, […]

Team Canada ended a disappointing FIBA World Cup on a high note after new Sacramento Kings recruit Cory Joseph led his team to a historic 82-60 victory against Senegal on Thursday. Joseph flexed his muscles in this one, logging a game-high 24 points on 9-of-17 shooting, along with three 3-pointers, two rebounds, three assists, and […]

The Sacramento Kings are a team on the rise at the wrong time in the wrong conference. Last season was an enormous step in the right direction for the Kings. They went 39-43, their youth took the next step in their development, and they were in the playoff mix for the bulk of the regular […]

Sacramento Kings guard Buddy Hield is donating $100,000 to help the Bahamas recover from the devastation that was Hurricane Dorian. Hield, born and raised was visibly heartbroken with what transpired in his home country. The Bahamas native posted a video on social media and humbly called on the general public to do whatever they can […]

Sacramento Kings general manager Vlade Divac says the franchise is focused on re-signing shooting guard Buddy Hield before the 2019-20 season starts, according to Jason Anderson of the Sacramento Bee. Hield is eligible to sign a rookie-scale contract extension with the Kings. If Sacramento and Hield can’t agree to an extension, the sharpshooter would enter […]

The Sacramento Kings were one of the NBA’s most pleasant surprises during the 2018-19 campaign, contending for a playoff spot in the rugged Western Conference for a good portion of the season. Now, the Kings are hoping to make their first playoff appearance since 2006, and they have the young talent to make that dream […]

Sacramento Kings shooting guard Buddy Hield was indeed one of the revelations of last season. He seemed to have come out of nowhere to lead the Kings to a tremendous campaign, wherein they would eventually finish ninth overall in a ruthless Western Conference. As the playoffs drew nearer, though, Hield and company would ultimately miss […]

NBA fans have been reveling in how open the field is for the upcoming season. After some serious player movement, close to a third of the league has a legitimate shot at the 2020 title, with many other teams feeling they at least have a puncher’s chance. Other teams may not be in a position […]

Sacramento Kings forward Harrison Barnes wants Team USA to play with “appropriate fear” in the FIBA World Cup in China. Team USA will be missing the services of it’s top stars after a slew of withdrawals over the summer. Barnes understands the tough task at hand and wants his teammates to always be ready for […]

NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal believes the Sacramento Kings will be better than the Los Angeles Clippers and Los Angeles Lakers next season. O’Neal is a minority owner with the Kings, so he has to say that, even if he doesn’t really believe it. https://twitter.com/SacramentoKings/status/1167542653866504192?s=20 The Kings haven’t made the playoffs since 2006. They […]

The Pacific Division was the most discussed one this offseason. What will the Lakers do? Well, the made a huge trade for Anthony Davis. How will the Los Angeles Clippers respond? They added Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. What about the Sacramento Kings? They managed to keep their core together and added some veteran help. […]

De’Aaron Fox was the talk of USA Basketball’s training camp, being promoted from the Select Team to the national roster shortly after practices began in Las Vegas. After showing out in a televised scrimmage a week later, it seemed only a matter of time until the Sacramento Kings point guard was named as one of […]

Police are looking for a man who allegedly shot three men at a Sacramento home linked to Golden State Warriors center Willie Cauley-Stein. Cauley-Stein was not in the area at the time of the shooting. While property records indicate Cauley-Stein owns the home, the big man’s agent, Roger Montgomery, told ABC 10 in Sacramento the […]