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Kings Draft

Mar 19, 2026; Greenville, SC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels center Henri Veesaar (13) celebrates after a play against the VCU Rams in the first half of a first round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Bon Secours Wellness Arena. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Kings may set their sights on a second-round seven foot sleeper

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After a tough combine, the Kings really need to avoid this down draft player

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May 18, 2026

If the Kings draft Yaxel Lendeborg, they need to trade this player fast

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May 17, 2026

This potential Kings' second rounder could bring real versatility

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May 16, 2026

Michigan forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) celebrates a play with Michigan guard Trey McKenney (1) in the first half of their Final Four game at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis on Saturday, April 4, 2026.

The Kings need to look deeper in the draft with their first-round pick

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May 14, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Portland, OR, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) answers questions during a press conference before a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

FanSided's post-lottery mock draft brings the Kings back to a familiar face

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May 13, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; UConn's Alex Karaban during a press conference ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

A projected Kings second rounder is having a great NBA Combine

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May 13, 2026

Sep 29, 2025; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) during media day at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

A draft pick trade could create a surprising opening for the Kings

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May 11, 2026

Mar 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) answers questions during a press conference prior to the practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

ESPN's post-lottery mock draft has the Kings picking up a new point guard

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May 11, 2026

Apr 29, 2026; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Toronto Raptors guard Jamal Shead (23) brings the ball up court against the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first quarter of game five of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images

Jamal Shead remains a missed opportunity for the Kings

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May 10, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) waits during a break during the second half in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

For the Kings, the 2026 NBA Draft Lottery was by the numbers

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May 10, 2026

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) looks on during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center. Mandatory Credit: Aaron Baker-Imagn Images

AJ Dybantsa draft rumors are flying fast (and one is terrible for the Kings)

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May 9, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) runs back on defense against the Golden State Warriors during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

The 2024 NBA Draft could have been bigger and better for the Kings

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May 9, 2026

Mar 22, 2026; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Nate Ament (10) reacts against the Virginia Cavaliers in the second half during a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Xfinity Mobile Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images

FanSided's projected pick may be too big of a project for the Kings

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May 8, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Final mock draft has an even worse outlook for the Kings than before

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May 7, 2026

Jan 12, 2026; Buffalo, New York, USA; NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman and Buffalo Sabres owner Terry Pegula pose for a photo during a press conference announcing the 2026 NHL Draft taking place in Buffalo at KeyBank Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-Imagn Images

Why the recent NHL Draft Lottery gives hope to Sacramento Kings' fans

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May 6, 2026

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's 2026 NCAA Tournament at SAP Center. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

ESPN's mock NBA draft shows a bit more optimism for the Kings

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May 1, 2026

Mar 25, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) during a practice session ahead of the southern region of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

A separate mock draft has the Kings selecting a somewhat different player

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Apr 28, 2026

Feb 23, 2026; Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) on the court in the second half at Dean E. Smith Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

New mock draft projects the Kings picking a player they definitely shouldn't take

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Apr 27, 2026

Apr 12, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) waits during a break during the second half in a game against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

One coin flip will not derail the Kings' draft plans or rebuild strategy

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Apr 21, 2026

Sep 30, 2019; New York, NY, USA; New York Knicks general manager Scott Perry speaks to the media during media day at the MSG training center in Greenburgh, NY. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Scott Perry has laid out the Kings' draft strategy (and fans should be happy)

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Apr 21, 2026

Mar 19, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) runs up the court during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Kings could draft yet another French legend, just with a famous last name

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Apr 18, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie yells during the first quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

One Nebraska wing could be a sleeper target for a Kings' if he goes undrafted

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Apr 14, 2026

UConn Huskies forwards Tarris Reed Jr. (5) and Alex Karaban (11) high five Monday, April 6, 2026, during the NCAA men's basketball tournament national championship game against the Michigan Wolverines at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

UConn has a big who could be a strong sleeper for the Kings

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Apr 12, 2026

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

The 2026 NBA Draft will define the Kings' free agency strategy

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Apr 9, 2026

Apr 7, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) dribbles upcourt against the Golden State Warriors in the first quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

A post-March Madness mock draft has the Kings sliding in the Lottery

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Apr 9, 2026

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

The Kings dominated one core stat against the Raptors as a team

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Apr 2, 2026

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

A pair of former Raptors led the Kings to victory

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Apr 2, 2026

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