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."

New Orleans Pelicans v Sacramento Kings

Sacramento Kings go one step forward and two steps backward with injuries

Dec 31, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Vince Williams Jr. (5) and Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) battle for a rebound during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

This Sacramento Kings conference foe cannot catch a break with injuries

Detroit Pistons v Sacramento Kings

This draft day take about Keegan Murray was so laughably bad

Jan 31, 2024; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat forward Jimmy Butler (22) dribbles the basketball against the Sacramento Kings during the third quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Video suggests that Sacramento Kings have a chance at landing Jimmy Butler

Apr 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) reacts after being 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

Cropped photo shows that Twitter still doesn't respect the Sacramento Kings

San Antonio Spurs v Dallas Mavericks

The Sacramento Kings most recent signing is a little bit underwhelming

Feb 13, 2023; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (L) jokes with Chicago Bulls forward Dalen Terry (R) before an NBA game against the Orlando Magic at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

DeMar DeRozan reveals his philosophy on how to treat young players

Mar 25, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan warms up before a basketball game against the Washington Wizards at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

DeMar DeRozan will have to accept this if the Sacramento Kings are going to be successful next year

Louisiana Tech v New Mexico

This undrafted two-way rookie could be the answer to all the Kings' problems

Mar 26, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) dribbles the ball past Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (11) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Why Malik Monk may disappoint Sacramento Kings fans in 2024-25

Dec 26, 2023; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5), left, and guard Malik Monk (0) share a laugh with forward Keegan Murray (13), right, before a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

The 2024-25 Sacramento Kings need to win this many games to be remembered forever

Feb 26, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) dunks the ball against Miami Heat forward Haywood Highsmith (24) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Predicting which Sacramento Kings players will win awards this season

April 17, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings former player Vlade Divac sits courtside during the first quarter in game two of the first round of the 2023 NBA playoffs against the Golden State Warriors at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Vlade Divac has a delusional take about the 2018 NBA Draft

Jan 18, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Huerter (9) looks on during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Recent photos suggest that Kevin Huerter is gearing up for a change of position

Mar 29, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (10) congratulates guard De'Aaron Fox (5) after Fox made a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks in the second quarter at the Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

NBA.com makes a bold proclamation about the 2024-25 Sacramento Kings

Feb 3, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) shoots a free throw against the Sacramento Kings during the first half at United Center. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Predicting how high on the all-time scoring leaderboard DeMar DeRozan will end up