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. Yes, he spells his name with one "t." 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. Go Green!

Dec 20, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (9) points to a team mate after scoring a three point shot during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Draft analyst compares Sacramento Kings draft pick Devin Carter to Derrick White

Mar 25, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown reacts after getting called for a technical foul during the first quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

Sacramento Kings continue to try and replace void left by Jordi Fernandez

Mar 19, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Cameron Johnson (2) warms up prior to the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Is it worth it for the Sacramento Kings to trade for Cameron Johnson?

Jun 4, 2023; Denver, CO, USA; Miami Heat center Orlando Robinson (25) warms up before game two against the Denver Nuggets in the 2023 NBA Finals at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports

The Sacramento Kings reveal who they will use their last roster spot on

Mar 27, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (23) brings the ball up the court against the San Antonio Spurs during the first quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-USA TODAY Sports

Could the Sacramento Kings outbid the Golden State Warriors in a Lauri Markkanen trade?

Apr 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the ball against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter during a play-in game of the 2024 NBA playoffs at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

4 Sacramento Kings Players poised to have a breakout 2024-25 season

Mar 21, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown reacts during the first half against the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Mike Brown speaks out on the possibility of Malik Monk being a starter next season

Jan 29, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles (41) handles the ball as Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson (45) defends during the second half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

Tracking Trey Lyles' game-by-game performance & stats at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Apr 14, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) and guard De'Aaron Fox (5) walk on the court during a break in the action against the Portland Trail Blazers in the third quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

How many roster spots do the Sacramento Kings have after the first wave of free agency?

March 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) dribbles the basketball against New York Knicks forward Precious Achiuwa (5) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

6 Forwards that the Sacramento Kings can still sign in free agency

Feb 2, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Buddy Hield (7) defends in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Domantas Sabonis' social media page is hilariously outdated

Mar 19, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Brooklyn Nets forward Dorian Finney-Smith (28) warms up prior to the game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports

Inconsequential move could lead to a big trade between the Sacramento Kings and Brooklyn Nets

February 9, 2012; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings former player Chris Webber (right) holds his jersey as former Indiana Pacers player Reggie Miller (left) looks on during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Power Balance Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Sacramento Kings retired numbers, future candidates & more

Feb 9, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) controls the ball against Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

The Sacramento Kings have a chance to leapfrog their big brother in the standings next season

Dec 11, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) and forward Keegan Murray (13) celebrate after scoring against the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports

Projected Sacramento Kings' depth chart, starting lineup, & rotation entering 2024 preseason

Jul 10, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; USA forward Bam Adebayo (13) guards Canada forward Trey Lyles (8) in the second quarter in the USA Basketball Showcase at T-Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Candice Ward-USA TODAY Sports

Every Sacramento Kings player competing in the 2024 Olympic games