Brandon Marcus

Joined: Mar 19, 2025

Brandon Marcus is a senior contributor 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.

Mar 3, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) looks to move the ball past Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the first quarter at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Zach LaVine's blunt statement after latest loss should scare Kings fans

Mar 19, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward/guard DeMar DeRozan (10) speaks to Cleveland Cavaliers head coach Kenny Atkinson (not pictured) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

These 3 teams are about to make or break the Kings' season

Mar 17, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Jonas Valanciunas (17) passes the ball against Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Unexpected Kings change leaves Jonas Valanciunas with two unique choices

Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) and forward Keegan Murray (13) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images