Mat Issa

Mat Issa

Joined: Jun 1, 2024

Mat Issa is the Site Expert for A Royal Pain. Mat is based in Sterling Heights, Michigan. He went to Michigan State University for seven years, earning his Bachelor's Degree and Juris Doctor. Now, he covers the NBA at large for Forbes, The Analyst, Basketball Insiders, and, of course, FanSided. His work has also been featured on ESPN, The Sporting News, and SB Nation, among other places. Yes, he spells his name with one "t."

Apr 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) during the first quarter at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

3 Kings players who cemented their names in NBA history this season

Jan 7, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas (17) grabs a rebound against Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Data suggests that Kings should tinker with prehistoric lineup in Play-In Tournament

Apr 6, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Sacramento Kings center Jonas Valanciunas (17) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley (4) during the first half at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

The Sacramento Kings may have the Play-In GOAT on their roster

May 12, 2024; Chicago, IL, USA; Kansas’ Johnny Furphy NBA at the Draft Lottery at McCormick Place West. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images

Kings final odds for the 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

Apr 13, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) is congratulated by forward DeMar DeRozan (10) after he hit a three-point shot against the Phoenix Suns during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Kings have everything going their way entering Play-In Tournament

Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) makes a pass against Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Malik Monk injury status and update ahead of Sacramento Kings regular season finale

Nov 8, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Malik Monk injury status and update ahead of Kings' game against the Clippers

Apr 7, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) dribbles defended by Detroit Pistons guard Dennis Schroder (17) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

Devin Carter reveals the turning point of his rookie season

Mar 17, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) warms up before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Injury bug bites Malik Monk at the worst possible time (for the 2nd straight year)

Apr 4, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) shoots during pregame warm ups against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Malik Monk injury status and update ahead of Kings' game against the Denver Nuggets

April 30, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Terence Davis (3) shoots the basketball during the first quarter in game seven of the 2023 NBA playoffs first round against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Kings hope old face brings new fire to their disappointing season

Jan 31, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) is fouled by Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (1) in the fourth quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

Why this game is an absolute must-see for fans of the Sacramento Kings

Feb 24, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) and forward DeMar DeRozan (10) and forward Keegan Murray (13) walk up the court during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Kings front office deserves obvious blame for recent struggles

Mar 10, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) warms up before the game against the New York Knicks at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Keegan Murray injury status and update ahead of Kings' game against Detroit Pistons

Mar 17, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) is interviewed by media after the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Keegan Murray injury status and update ahead of Kings' game against the Cavaliers

Mar 20, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) talks with head coach Charles Lee during a free throw during the second half against the New York Knicks at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

LaMelo Ball injury status and update ahead of Kings' game against Charlotte Hornets