Brandon Marcus

Brandon Marcus

Joined: Mar 19, 2025

Brandon Marcus is the site expert for A Royal Pain and has been writing about basketball for years, experiencing the exciting ups and downs of the NBA and loving every second of it. You may have seen his work at The Cold Wire, Last Word On Sports, and other outlets. Brandon’s passion for basketball may have started with his love of the Los Angeles Lakers, but he now savors every game, every team, and every player. Beyond basketball, he also enjoys jogging, coffee, and bagels, and starting new books he’ll never finish.

Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots against Los Angeles Clippers guard Norman Powell (24) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Keegan Murray extension could be the Kings' newest nightmare

Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) talks with forward Domantas Sabonis (left) and guard Zach LaVine (8) during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The Kings receive harsh but fair grades for their offseason moves

Apr 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) brings the ball up court during the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Kings' Keon Ellis stance makes absolutely no sense

May 5, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) runs down the court after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half during game one of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

New rumors show how serious the Kings are about Russell Westbrook

Apr 2, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings owner Vivek Ranadive poses for a photo with professional mixed martial artist Nate Diaz smiles from his seat during the third quarter between the LA Clippers against Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Kings will never change under Vivek Ranadive

Dec 30, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings interim head coach Doug Christie (right) is congratulated by guard Malik Monk (left) after defeating the Dallas Mavericks at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Kings may do expected again by making disastrous big-name signing

Apr 4, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

The Kings are still holding onto a fading offseason hope

Apr 16, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) dribbles the ball against Dallas Mavericks guard Max Christie (00) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Zach LaVine is trying to convince fans that Dennis Schroder will be a great fit

Jan 4, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) dribbles up court in front of Memphis Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. (1) in the second quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

The Kings are letting Jonathan Kuminga slip through their fingers

Apr 9, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) reacts after losing control of the ball during the third quarter of the game against the Denver Nuggets at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

The Kings have reportedly moved on from a big offseason target

Apr 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown reacts after the Kings were called for a foul against the Golden State Warriors in the second quarter during a play-in game of the 2024 NBA playoffs at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Knicks will soon make a Mike Brown realization Kings fans know too well

Mar 9, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Schroder (17) reacts after being called for a foul against Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson (00) in the first half at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Jaime Valdez-Imagn Images

Kings overcommit to flawed vision that has them destined for limbo

Mar 22, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Jake LaRavia (33) gestures after making a three point basket against the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Kings' latest disaster may be the most head-scratching yet

Apr 13, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) reacts during the second quarter against the Phoenix Suns at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

New round of Zach LaVine rumors prove the Kings might have the right idea

May 12, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (00) stands on the court before a play against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the second quarter during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Latest Jonathan Kuminga comments show why he could be perfect for the Kings

Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (left) dribbles against Los Angeles Clippers guard Bogdan Bogdanovic (right) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Kings may land surprise backup guard if the latest rumors are true