Sacramento Kings
NBA Sunday: What’s Wrong With The Nuggets?
The Denver Nuggets entered the season thought to be Western Conference contenders, but would miss the playoffs if they started today. »Read More
NBA Fantasy Focus: Best Of The Bench
When analyzing your fantasy basketball team, don’t forget to give due consideration to bench players; perhaps it’s time to recheck the waiver wire or propose a trade. »Read More
Kings Seek Harmony; Hold Team Meeting
The Kings left the court to boos from their fans. After the game, the players kept the locker room closed longer than the usual 10-minute cooling-off period to hash out what has gone wrong... »Read More
DeMarcus Cousins Apologizes to Fans
Statement from DeMarcus Cousins: “I appreciate the support of the NBA Player’s Association in appeal of my suspension by the NBA. I believe it best to allow the union and my agent, John Greig,... »Read More
Fredette Focused on Improving Kings Offense
The Kings began Monday ranked last in the NBA with 16.6 assists per game. That’s not shocking, considering the Kings are shooting 40.1 percent, also last in the NBA. Keith Smart believes Jimmer Fredette could help in... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week Two
The San Antonio Spurs still top the NBA Power Rankings although the N.Y. Knicks are close behind. »Read More
Cousins Suspended for Confronting Sean Elliott
NBA suspends Kings C DeMarcus Cousins two games for “confronting Spurs announcer Sean Elliot in a hostile manner” after Spurs’ win Friday. via Jeff Zillgitt via Twitter »Read More
Jimmer’s Time Nearing an End in Sacramento?
On Twitter, the #freejimmer campaign has been going on in earnest as Fredette’s most vocal fans demand the second-year guard be “freed” from the Kings. Fredette, however, has yet to jump in and ask... »Read More
Cousins Upset by Sean Elliott’s Criticism
This was supposed to be a big game for DeMarcus Cousins. He loves playing against the best in the NBA, and he was facing San Antonio Spurs star Tim Duncan. But there wasn’t as much Duncan vs.... »Read More
Thomas Robinson: ‘I’m not a bad kid’
Following Thursday practice, Thomas Robinson apologized for actions that earned him a two-game suspension. With 10 minutes left in the fourth quarter, the Sacramento Kings forward threw a vicious elbow to the neck of... »Read More
NBA AM: Who’s The Sixth Man So Far?
With one week of NBA games in the books, a few players are emerging as frontrunners for Sixth Man of the Year... The Orlando Magic weren't built to lose games... It's tough being a... »Read More
Thornton Thriving in Sixth Man Role
Marcus Thornton was the Kings’ leading scorer last season. He also was perhaps their best shooter in pressure situations. What happened to Thornton after he averaged a career-high 18.7 points? He became the Kings’... »Read More
NBA Power Rankings Week One
The 2012/13 NBA Regular Season is finally underway and the standings are already all over the map. »Read More
50 NBA Predictions for 2012-13 (Part 2)
Joel Brigham makes his predictions about the postseason, rookies and potential transactions in the second half of his annual 50 NBA predictions. »Read More
Ranking the Western Conference
With the preseason in the books, HOOPSWORLD ranks the NBA's Western Conference teams. »Read More
NBA AM: Are The Thunder Better Now?
Are the Oklahoma City Thunder better after the James Harden trade?... Updates on the 2009 draft class extension talks... Chandler Parsons ready to jump forward.... NBA Chat at 10:30am EST »Read More
Kings’ Guard Competition not Competitive
It didn’t take long last season to realize Kings point guard Isaiah Thomas had dynamic leadership qualities. So what happened when the Kings signed veteran point guard Aaron Brooks? Thomas kept on leading. Brooks didn’t... »Read More
Fantasy Hoops: The Uncertain List
HOOPSWORLD wants to lend a helping hand by breaking down players who present uncertain numbers. Fantasy owners need to take a good, long look at the risks before drafting these players. »Read More
Cousins Isn’t Your Typical NBA Center
What good is a center in today’s NBA? It’s difficult to say, when the NBA doesn’t even distinguish centers on the All-Star ballot anymore. Don’t be fooled. Big men still matter in the association.... »Read More
NBA AM: Extending The 2009 Draft Class
NBA teams have roughly six more days to reach deals with their 2009 draft picks, who is close to a deal?... NBA Teams have to get to 15 guys by Monday... NBA Chats at... »Read More
No Timetable for John Salmons Return
The Kings are uncertain when John Salmons will return to the team. When he does, he’ll have to play his way back into the rotation. Salmons has missed the last five preseason games, including Monday night’s 103-88 loss... »Read More
Smart: Lakers vs Kings No Preseason Game
Just because preseason games don’t count in the standings doesn’t make the outcome completely irrelevant. And Sunday night, the Kings faced a championship contender that was taking the game seriously, too. The biggest name... »Read More
NBA PM: Who Survives the Cut?
NBA Teams can carry up to 15 players into the regular season. Who will make it past training camp to opening night? »Read More
Kings Extend Cousins, Fredette
The Sacramento Kings today exercised the 2013-14 contract options of center DeMarcus Cousins and guard Jimmer Fredette, according to Kings’ President of Basketball Operations Geoff Petrie. “We’re looking forward to seeing DeMarcus and Jimmer... »Read More
Smart Heaves Leadership Role on Brooks
The point guard often is a team’s leader, but it takes more than simply bringing the ball up the court to fill that role. As a veteran, that’s something Aaron Brooks understands. Signed by... »Read More
NBA PM: Dion Waiters To Prove His Worth?
Dion Waiters is confident despite some early struggles ... Keith Smart still changing the culture in Sacramento ... Tracy McGrady signing with China becomes official »Read More
Kings’ Coach: Robinson Has to be a ‘Pain’
The Kings’ rookie (Thomas Robinson) forward thrives on activity to the point that he knows it’s annoying for opponents. “Well, they should be (bothered),” Robinson said. “I think that’s my job, to annoy the... »Read More
More Aggressive Fredette on Display?
“Aggression” was the buzzword for Jimmer Fredette during the offseason. The Kings wanted to see the guard rebound from a rookie season in which he looked timid offensively. But aggression wasn’t to be limited... »Read More
DeMarcus Cousins Working on His Range?
The preseason is all about testing things out and showing off what you worked on over the summer. Kings center DeMarcus Cousins started out showing off his shooting range – his three-point shooting range. Cousins made... »Read More
NBA PM: Plenty At Stake In Preseason Action
Steve Nash, Brandon Roy, Jeremy Lin, and Jonas Valanciunas are some of the big names taking the court tonight ... Brandon Roy: The Comeback Trail ... The Cuban/Williams debate ... »Read More
DeMarcus Cousins Becoming a Leader?
DeMarcus Cousins is rarely at a loss for words. And the Kings center is working to make sure his teammates hear them. Cousins’ evolution as a leader continues in his third season. It’s a... »Read More
NBA AM: Dwight Howard’s Debut Pushed Back?
Dwight Howard may not play in the preseason like he said he might last week... Kevin Durant sets the record straight on workouts with LeBron... Thomas Robinson playing some SF? »Read More
Chuck Hayes Returns in Better Shape
To return in better shape, (Chuck) Hayes tried different activities (Bikram hot yoga, bike riding, tennis, swimming) before returning to the court. Hayes said he’s continuing to work to get be in optimal shape... »Read More
Do Mavs Feature Top-Tier NBA Frontcourt?
The newly formed frontcourt of Dirk Nowitzki and Chris Kaman on the Dallas Mavericks appears stout, but are they among the league's best? »Read More
Smart Pushing Cousins Harder Than Ever
DeMarcus Cousins showed up in the best shape of his NBA career. It’s a good thing, too, because Kings coach Keith Smart is setting the bar even higher for the third-year center. Smart is... »Read More
Evans Expects to Turn Corner This Season
His (Tyreke Evans) potential remains an enigma, with his progress seemingly stuck on pause following a stellar rookie campaign in 2009-10. But as he prepares to embark on a decisive fourth NBA season, Evans... »Read More
NBA Preseason Power Rankings
The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews
A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More
NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations
A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More
Source: Hamady N’diaye to Kings Camp
Free agent center Hamady Ndiaye has agreed to a non-guaranteed camp deal with the Sacramento Kings, league source tells Y! Sports. via Adrian Wojnarowski via Twitter »Read More
NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million
The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More
Report: Tony Mitchell Signs with Kings
Tony Mitchell will be with the Kings for training camp via Jason Jones via Twitter »Read More
NBA Saturday: Extending Tyreke Evans
Tyreke Evans doesn't look like he's going to get his extension this summer, but should he?... How extra sleep for players could make NBA teams better... »Read More
2012-2013 Sacramento Kings Season Preview
With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 Sacramento Kings. »Read More
NBA AM: Raptors Patiently Sticking To Blueprint
Raptors GM Bryan Colangelo says the team had a chance to acquire All-Star forward Andre Iguodala this summer, but the move was too risky »Read More
Tyreke Evans Aims to Silence Critics
Tyreke Evans showed up at the Sacramento Kings’ practice gym at 4 a.m. one day last month to work on his shooting. Kings officials weren’t surprised. Evans has spent much of the offseason in... »Read More
Maloofs Mum on Seattle Developments
With the Sacramento Kings’ future uncertain, Seattle is about to “go shopping” for an NBA team. A spokesman for the Maloofs, who own the Kings, said the family wouldn’t discuss the Seattle developments. “Their... »Read More
NBA AM: Ready To Break Out Of The Basement
The NBA Lottery has featured a number of the same teams for the last few years, are any of them ready to break into the NBA playoffs?... The HEAT not resting on their laurels...... »Read More
Kings Largely Funded Mayor’s Task Force
As a task force formed by Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson engaged in a public relations crusade last year to develop a financing plan for a new basketball arena, its effort was funded in large... »Read More
NBA AM: Playing Into The Money
The NBA remains a star driven league, but these players could earn very lucrative deals next summer if they play well this season. »Read More
NBA PM: Available Options & Extensions
Teams must decide on rookie contract extensions and options by Halloween. In a class headlined by James Harden, who else is eligible? »Read More
NBA AM: On The Move At The Trade Deadline
With NBA training camps now roughly a month away, there are some players who shouldn't get too comfortable... The Nets staying active... Chris Hansen gets more land for his Seattle arena... NBA Chats at... »Read More
No Chance Kings Move to Virginia Beach?
Virginia Beach city council meeting today confirms what was already obvious: Nothing in place for arena, no real chance to get the Kings. It was never going to happen anyway. Va. Beach: no arena,... »Read More
Mayor ‘Not Giving Up’ on Keeping Kings
Sacramento mayor Kevin Johnson, the former NBA All-Star point guard and Cal star, was the grand marshal for Sunday’s IndyCar Series GoPro Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma. Even at the track, Johnson couldn’t escape... »Read More
Do Kings Fans Deserve Real Answers?
Are you considering taking the Kings away from Sacramento, which has been loyal to the franchise since 1985? Kings fans – your paying customers – demand an answer. And they deserve an answer. These... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Give the Kings to Seattle
With all this talk of Virginia Beach, why aren't the Kings more often associated with the city of Seattle, which is ready to receive them?... Blake Griffin's knee is back to 100% five weeks... »Read More
NBA AM: The Kings Headed To Virginia Beach?
The Sacramento Kings are denying reports of a move to Virginia Beach, so whats real?... Whose got cap space?... Piling on LeBron... NBA Chat at 11am EST. »Read More
NBA PM: Spending Power Dwindling
Very few NBA teams have significant spending power left this summer, a comprehensive look at remaining cap room and exceptions. »Read More
Kings Issue Statement Over Rumored Move
“The Kings organization over the last several years has been approached by numerous parties and cities interested in buying and relocating the franchise. The franchise is not going to discuss which cities have approached... »Read More
NBA PM: 2011 Lottery Picks Needing A Change?
A look at four lottery picks from 2011 who may need a change of scenery... Mark Cuban blasts Jason Kidd... Up close with Gorgui Dieng... »Read More
Thunder Has Interest in Jimmer Fredette?
Speaking of Kings, Jimmer Fredette would love to go someplace where someone other than just DeMarcus Cousins will pass him the ball. Thunder would love to pry Fredette away from Kings as replacement for... »Read More
Remaining NBA Free Agents: Bargain Buys
There are still several notable free agents who can he signed at a relatively cheap price. Who should be on your GM's list? »Read More
Ranking the NBA Western Conference
Unquestionably stacked yet again this upcoming season, it's time for HOOPSWORLD to put the teams in the NBA West in order from 1-15. »Read More
Kings Get Another Arena Name Change?
Power Balance Pavilion could get renamed yet again – and Sleep Train is one of the candidates. Sleep Train Mattress Centers said Tuesday it’s negotiating with the Sacramento Kings for naming rights to the... »Read More
NBA AM: Blazers’ Smith Sees Playoff Berth in 2013
Most think the Portland Trail Blazers are in rebuild mode, but Nolan Smith says the team is aiming for a playoff spot in 2013 »Read More
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