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."

Nov 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots against the Utah Jazz during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

It may be time to start worrying about Keegan Murray

Oct 29, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) reacts to being called for a foul against the Utah Jazz during the third quarter at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Metric reveals that the Sacramento Kings are out of good luck

Nov 18, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) looks on during the third quarter against the Atlanta Hawks at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Two minute report reveals shocking truth about Sacramento Kings' loss to Atlanta Hawks

Nov 18, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) steals the ball from Atlanta Hawks forward Zaccharie Risacher (10) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

The biggest bright spot of the Sacramento Kings' season so far

Nov 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the second quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

DeMar DeRozan injury status and update ahead of game against Atlanta Hawks

Nov 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Orlando Robinson (77) rebounds against Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (00) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Depleted Sacramento Kings' bench gets help from forgotten offseason signing

Mar 12, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) looks to pass the ball against Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Sacramento Kings could have to play Giannis Antetokounmpo four times a year

Nov 16, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Mike Brown (left) talks with guard De'Aaron Fox (5) during the second quarter against the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Big game puts De'Aaron Fox in same company as Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan

Nov 15, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard De'Aaron Fox (5) and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) meet after the game at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

The highest single scoring games in Sacramento Kings history

Oct 24, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) dribbles the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo (0) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

DeMar DeRozan injury status and update ahead of NBA Cup game against Minnesota Timberwolves

Cincinnati Royals v Baltimore Bullets

Kings News: Team reveals who they will be honoring with their City Edition jerseys

November 13, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the basketball against Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic (20) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

A sign that the Sacramento Kings are about to start a winning streak

Oct 24, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) shoots the ball against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Sacramento Kings NBA Cup schedule, results & standings

Nov 8, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) during the game against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

This stat shows that the Sacramento Kings still have championship upside

Nov 11, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) drives to the basket while defended by San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (1) during the first half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images

The Sacramento Kings let this happen to them for the first time this season

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

Malik Monk's ankle injury is worse than expected