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Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Why the Kings picked up steam in the last part of the season</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/why-kings-picked-up-steam-last-part-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp44app8ys</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings closed the season with vast improvements thanks to some unexpected changes.</description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3338,h_1877,x_195,y_118/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kp44ftkyy1kw18hh1g.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) during the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dylan Cardwell is the Kings&#39; defensive powerhouse with one huge flaw</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/dylan-cardwell-kings-defensive-powerhouse-with-one-huge-flaw?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knq183007f</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings are benefiting from Dylan Cardwell&#39;s strong defense, but his foul troubles are an issue.</description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3812,h_2144,x_232,y_72/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01knq1fmfw1v9fnxpgtp.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) during the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images | David Gonzales-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings can mitigate their biggest problems by benching them</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-can-mitigate-their-biggest-problems-by-benching-them?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knf821b2tx</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings are likely stuck with Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis for the foreseeable future, so the best option is the bench.</description><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1790,h_1006,x_1397,y_134/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01knf86jkb39c5q751v8.jpg" caption="Feb 4, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward/center Domantas Sabonis (11) rebounds tagainst Memphis Grizzlies guard Cedric Coward (23) during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nique Clifford has found his game thanks to the Kings doing one thing</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/nique-clifford-has-found-his-game-thanks-kings-doing-one-thing?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knhsdvry7f</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings approached Nique Clifford&#39;s development with patience, and it is paying off.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2484,h_1397,x_1070,y_104/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01knhsvgqanbdjh4yefc.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Maxime Raynaud gets yet another honor added to his rookie Kings&#39; season</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/maxime-raynaud-gets-yet-another-honor-added-his-rookie-kings-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knff2r9vjt</guid><description>Maxime Raynaud has been named the Kia NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month for March 2026.</description><pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3736,h_2101,x_689,y_82/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01knff53b6y0w37yvhad.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) gestures after scoring against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Even in a loss to the Clippers, this group of Kings looked good</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/even-loss-clippers-this-group-kings-looked-good?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01knhkbakj84</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings&#39; rookies and sophomores continue to provide a positive glimpse into the future of the franchise.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3359,h_1889,x_1042,y_39/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01knhwxe94zw44kpz5zb.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings&#39; De&#39;Aaron Fox trade may still work out better than expected</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-de-aaron-fox-trade-may-still-work-out-better-than-expected?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2r6pnwjh</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings&#39; terrible De&#39;Aaron Fox trade was the catalyst for their current rebuild process, which wouldn&#39;t have happened if he were still there.</description><pubDate>Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4875,h_2742,x_51,y_133/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kn2ra102z1pxhbs0t8.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; San Antonio Spurs guard De&#39;aaron Fox (4) during warms up before the game against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Fault for this trainwreck of a Kings&#39; season belongs to several people</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/fault-for-this-trainwreck-kings-season-belongs-several-people?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2rpr6gh9</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings have had a terrible season thanks to failings in a variety of positions over the past several years.</description><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2563,h_1441,x_773,y_95/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kn2rsg8ft4gs9ay9nv.jpg" caption="Mar 26, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA;  Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie in the first half against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Old school Dylan Cardwell showed up for the Kings in a big way</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/old-school-dylan-cardwell-showed-up-for-kings-big-way?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kncm9s840x</guid><description>Dylan Cardwell was back in full form last night for the Sacramento Kings, shutting down the New Orleans Pelicans every chance he got.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1934,h_1087,x_1753,y_84/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kncmcy6awqfp8vpn6e.jpg" caption="Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) reacts after blocking a shot by New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (not shown) during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images | Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Kings have some major free agency decisions to make</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-have-some-major-free-agency-decisions-make?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn2qvsxm52</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings have 10 free agents coming up this summer and not everyone can stay in Sactown.</description><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2701,h_1519,x_975,y_88/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kn2qypwrkczxzq8tkh.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) reacts after becoming the fifth leading assist leader during the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Have the Cavaliers found a better version of former King Keon Ellis?</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/have-cavaliers-found-better-version-former-king-keon-ellis?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0ygdaj8r</guid><description>The Cleveland Cavaliers are getting a better, more consistent performance from Keon Ellis, proving the Sacramento Kings missed the mark with him.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2078,h_1168,x_37,y_157/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0ymedspsbfanb63k.jpg" caption="Mar 13, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA;  Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis (14) reacts after scoring during the second half against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Kings dominated one core stat against the Raptors as a team</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-dominated-one-core-stat-against-raptors-as-team?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn61k2685z</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings completely dominated the Toronto Raptors on the glass, leading to another unexpected late season win.</description><pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3837,h_2158,x_1732,y_142/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kn61pj24a7bjgezmwq.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa (9) drives to the basket against Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>A pair of former Raptors led the Kings to victory</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/pair-former-raptors-led-kings-victory?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kn615ta512</guid><description>DeMar DeRozan and Precious Achiuwa led the Sacramento Kings to victory over their former teams, handing the Toronto Raptors a critical loss.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2161,h_1215,x_952,y_84/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kn61rgc31m42cvvjyy.jpg" caption="Apr 1, 2026; Toronto, Ontario, CAN;  Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) slaps hands with head coach Doug Christie after making a three-point basket against the Toronto Raptors in the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images | Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Precious Achiuwa has the one thing the Kings desperately need</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/precious-achiuwa-has-one-thing-kings-desperately-need?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0yrp521d</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings need players in the rebuild who buy into the rebuild process, and Precious Achiuwa is definitely that guy.</description><pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1521,h_855,x_128,y_156/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0yvfz4sf3f2gknge.jpg" caption="Mar 8, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa (9) dribbles the ball up court against the Chicago Bulls during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images | Russell Lansford-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings may buck draft expectations for this standout guard</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-may-buck-draft-expectations-for-this-standout-guard?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmkfnnm6v7</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings are expected to pick Caleb Wilson fourth, but may go with Darius Acuff Jr. instead.</description><pubDate>Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5448,h_3064,x_148,y_173/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmkfr8sjjkb89sc80p.jpg" caption="Mar 25, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) looks on during a practice session ahead of the west regional of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images | Russell Lansford-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Kings are prioritizing one thing over tanking for the draft</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-are-prioritizing-one-thing-over-tanking-for-draft?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmkfbp577k</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings have put developing their new culture ahead of tanking in an attempt to get a top draft pick.</description><pubDate>Sun, 29 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2870,h_1614,x_49,y_77/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmkfev6jxqgnv0b7nx.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) during a time out during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Updated mock draft shows the Kings picking a surprising player fourth</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/updated-mock-draft-shows-king-picking-surprising-player-fourth?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmkfj9h8cm</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings might not end up with a top three lottery pick, but selecting Caleb Wilson fourth is nothing to sneer at.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3422,h_1924,x_529,y_159/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmkfmjwy4rvh47dwas.jpg" caption="Mar 18, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Caleb Wilson (8) during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images | Bob Donnan-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings are back to making the same Malik Monk mistake</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-are-back-making-same-malik-monk-mistake?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmphcc4byf</guid><description>Due to various injuries, the Sacramento Kings are back to starting Malik Monk and it&#39;s not working well.</description><pubDate>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2038,h_1146,x_1826,y_216/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmphmzm4v2nq3g5haj.jpg" caption="Mar 26, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA;  Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) looks to pass in the first half against the Orlando Magic at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images | Russell Lansford-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>DeMar DeRozan&#39;s big night just wasn&#39;t enough for the Kings</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/demar-derozan-big-night-just-not-enough-for-kings?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmpe0jbhnh</guid><description>DeMar DeRozan put on quite a show against the Orlando Magic, though it just wasn&#39;t enough to get a win for the Sacramento Kings.</description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3203,h_1801,x_1169,y_154/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmpf7hcavs8nh8nwvt.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan (10) looks on before the first quarter against the Brooklyn Nets at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images | Justine Willard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings have another potential breakout star hiding in the G League</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-have-another-potential-breakout-star-hiding-gleague?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmgkpc64fe</guid><description>Mitchell Mascari is currently on the Stockton Kings roster and could be the perimeter shooter of the Sacramento Kings&#39; dreams.</description><pubDate>Fri, 27 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6040,h_3397,x_228,y_628/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmgkv1rx6fyt8xr957.jpg" caption="Jan 16, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) walks off the court after the game against the Washington Wizards at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images | Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Kings look better when the Beam Boys are together</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-look-better-when-beam-boys-are-together?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmhewgdnnr</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings went up against the Charlotte Hornets without the Beam Boys at full strength.</description><pubDate>Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3997,h_2248,x_1041,y_218/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmhf8rhv4p68gvfeh7.jpg" caption="Mar 15, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings Dylan Cardwell (32), Daeqwon Plowden (29), Maxine Raynaud (42), and Nique Clifford (5) pump up the crowd before lighting the beam after defeating the Utah Jazz at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | Dennis Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>A litany of Kings&#39; injuries made a tough fight impossible</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/litany-kings-injuries-made-tough-fight-impossible?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmhaf188sa</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings were down 10 players against the Charlotte Hornets, leading to a brutal loss.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5221,h_2936,x_512,y_438/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmhak5a3pjq1fjhmgm.jpg" caption="Mar 24, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Sacramento Kings Head Coach Doug Christie during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images | Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Maxime Raynaud has All-Star support on the Kings</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/maxime-raynaud-has-all-star-support-on-kings?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmdk36pn3a</guid><description>DeMar DeRozan has made it clear that he believes the Sacramento Kings&#39; Maxime Raynaud is NBA All-Rookie Team material.</description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2722,h_1531,x_2824,y_162/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmdp8yvh2me90yd4rg.jpg" caption="Mar 14, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) fives Head Coach Doug Christie after scoring against the LA Clippers during the first quarter at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images | Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Vivek Ranadive is both right and wrong about the Kings&#39; season</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/vivek-ranadive-both-right-wrong-about-kings-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmdg9g9pyj</guid><description>Sacramento Kings&#39; co-owner Vivek Ranadive has blamed injuries for his team&#39;s terrible season, which is only partially true.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4131,h_2323,x_119,y_279/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmdghw2grqwvg05ffz.jpg" caption="Jan 5, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Sacramento Kings majority owner Vivek Ranadive after the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Beam Boys struck again on behalf of the Kings</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/beam-boys-struck-again-on-behalf-kings?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kmc7f5brr7</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings&#39; fab four of Maxime Raynaud, Nique Clifford, Dylan Cardwell, and Precious Achiuwa picked up another win.</description><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5321,h_2993,x_411,y_661/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kmc7pq44873sbbb1n1.jpg" caption="Mar 22, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Precious Achiuwa (9) and center Dylan Cardwell (32) after the Kings defeat the Brooklyn Nets during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. 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Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images | Justine Willard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Yet another Kings&#39; player is out for the rest of the season</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/yet-another-kings-player-out-for-rest-season?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0yy5dqey</guid><description>With Drew Eubanks out for the rest of the season, the Sacramento Kings are playing with an even more depleted lineup.</description><pubDate>Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3183,h_1790,x_1098,y_313/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0z0jknfcs9gjeaty.jpg" caption="Mar 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward-center Drew Eubanks (19) catches the ball against the New Orleans Pelicans during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | Dennis Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Another former King has some harsh words after his short run</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/another-former-king-has-some-harsh-words-after-his-short-run?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0ycrzbjc</guid><description>While he didn&#39;t get into details, Dennis Schroder recently opened up about his disappointment with his short Sacramento Kings run.</description><pubDate>Sun, 22 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3066,h_1724,x_431,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0yfmejp6pa4zdfy5.jpg" caption="Mar 9, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Dennis Schroder (8) brings the ball up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Rocket Arena. 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Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images | Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Nique Clifford is finding the one shot the Kings desperately need him to make</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/nique-clifford-finding-one-shot-kings-desperately-need-him-make?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kks4qmmw5t</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings want Nique Clifford to be a 3&amp;D legend, and he&#39;s well on his way there.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1520,h_855,x_995,y_399/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kks4thjjv2pzapx9ss.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) gets set for a shot against the Charlotte Hornets during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>One specific group of Kings shone in brutal loss to the Spurs</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/one-specific-group-kings-shone-brutal-loss-spurs?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0mkgngy5</guid><description>As always, the Sacramento Kings&#39; young players showed up big in a tough loss.</description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2675,h_1504,x_1079,y_119/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0ms27kkbgyaanjqj.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) reacts after becoming the fifth leading assist leader during the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings just handed out a masterclass in the art of tanking</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-just-handed-out-masterclass-art-tanking?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01km0msf7sw5</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings tanked their game against the San Antonio Spurs so hard that it will become the textbook definition of the practice.</description><pubDate>Wed, 18 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2944,h_1656,x_406,y_93/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01km0mxpcvm2hjvvzd4a.jpg" caption="Mar 17, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Doug McDermott (7) looks on during the second quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images | Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings need to make sure this player stays in Sacramento</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-need-make-sure-this-player-stays-sacramento?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kks46tdxw5</guid><description>Precious Achiuwa continues to play great basketball for the Sacramento Kings, likely with the hopes of picking up a long-term contract.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1979,h_1113,x_665,y_158/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kks4j0hztg9nba2515.jpg" caption="Feb 19, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie on the sideline against the Orlando Magic during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>The Kings are failing at something they should be great at</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-are-failing-something-they-should-be-great?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kks5a2jht8</guid><description>Apparently, the Sacramento Kings are as bad at being bad as they are at being good.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4539,h_2553,x_1001,y_1700/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kks5dzf5kvjrpvpvn2.jpg" caption="Mar 14, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Doug McDermott (7) looks to pass against the LA Clippers during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images | Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dylan Cardwell&#39;s quiet return to the Kings was exactly what he needed</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/dylan-cardwell-quiet-return-kings-exactly-what-he-needed?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kks3vwezen</guid><description>Dylan Cardwell has returned to the Sacramento Kings&#39; lineup in a limited capacity as he continues to heal from his injury.</description><pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 02:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3115,h_1752,x_1005,y_194/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kks3zb94sr21b217xw.jpg" caption="Feb 7, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Dylan Cardwell (32) warms up before the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images | Dennis Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Killian Hayes immediately earns his Kings&#39; bag in epic fashion</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/killian-hayes-immediately-earns-his-kings-bag-epic-fashion?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kkvjs25p9q</guid><description>The Sacramento Kings have signed Killian Hayes to a two-year contract, and the move has already paid off.</description><pubDate>Mon, 16 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1683,h_946,x_585,y_103/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kkvk1ykg00sw41w4fa.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Killian Hayes (3) controls the ball against the Charlotte Hornets during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images | Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Ian Goodwillie"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Kings put Maxime Raynaud to work, delivering another ROTY performance</title><link>https://aroyalpain.com/kings-put-maxime-raynaud-work-delivering-another-roty-performance?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Ian Goodwillie</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kks067x8xw</guid><description>Maxime Raynaud gave the Sacramento Kings another great game, putting him in the running for some major end-of-season awards.</description><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:00:00 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_1589,h_893,x_70,y_819/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/88/01kks0e4nnx63q96z12q.jpg" caption="Mar 11, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) calls out to teammates during the first quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Golden 1 Center. 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