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Mar 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) drives to the basket against Indiana Pacers guard Kam Jones (7) during the first quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

If the Kings don't sign Russell Westbrook, who will?

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Jul 18, 2026

Dylan Cardwell could be the Kings' culture setter

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Jul 18, 2026

Kings believe Darius Acuff Jr. improving on defense is inevitable

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Jul 17, 2026

The Kings failed DeMar DeRozan like they have so many others

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Jul 17, 2026

Sep 29, 2025; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Daeqwon Plowden (29) during media day at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Daeqwon Plowden earned his roster spot (and another G League vet has too)

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Jul 16, 2026

Jan 1, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) dribbles the ball up court against the Boston Celtics during the third quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Lee-Imagn Images

The Kings' Keegan Murray era is over before it began

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Jul 16, 2026

Feb 2, 2026; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) reacts with forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. (8) after a basket during the fourth quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

The Kings shut the door on one trade (and fans should rejoice)

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Jul 15, 2026

Apr 10, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie reacts to game play against the Golden State Warriors during the first half at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Robert Edwards-Imagn Images

Doug Christie is getting the Kings he needs to succeed

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Jul 14, 2026

Nov 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Bradley Beal (0) reacts against the Phoenix Suns at the Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The Kings need to avoid Bradley Beal at all costs

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Jul 14, 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

After the draft, just Devin Carter didn't fit the Kings anymore

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Jul 13, 2026

Mar 30, 2026; Miami, Florida, USA; Miami Heat center Bam Adebayo (13) reacts after scoring against the Philadelphia 76ers during the fourth quarter at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

A gutted Heat bench presents an opportunity for the Kings

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Jul 12, 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

The 2026-2027 Kings suddenly look a lot different

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Jul 12, 2026

Apr 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) before the game against the LA Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Will Malik Monk get traded this summer?

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Jul 11, 2026

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) gets past Vanderbilt forward Jalen Washington (13) during the second half of the SEC tournament championship game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Darius Acuff Jr. is going in the deep end of the Kings' pool this season

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Jul 11, 2026

Mar 31, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis (14) warms up prior to the game against the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

One former King is on the move again

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Jul 10, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) reacts in the second half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

The Kings have locked their 2026 rookies down for the long-term

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Jul 10, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Nique Clifford (5) during the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The new Kings are off to a good start after a successful California Classic

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Jul 9, 2026

Mar 29, 2026; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud (42) during the first half against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images

Kings' Maxime Raynaud looks ready to rumble

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Jul 9, 2026

Nov 29, 2021; Stockton, CA, USA; Stockton Kings head coach Bobby Jackson argues from the bench during the fourth quarter against the G League Ignite at Stockton Arena. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-USA TODAY Sports via Imang Images

Kings make coaching change that could shake up the defense

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Jul 8, 2026

Feb 4, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) during a free throw in the second quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

Trading Zach LaVine might be more costly than keeping him for the Kings

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Jul 8, 2026

Jan 20, 2026; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Louisiana State Tigers forward Marquel Sutton (10) dribbles the ball while Florida Gators forward Thomas Haugh (10) defends during the first half at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

Marquel Sutton made quite a California Classic impression on the Kings

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Jul 8, 2026

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. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Dylan Cardwell looked great for the Kings (and still has the same problem)

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Jul 7, 2026

Nov 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (11) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Denver Nuggets at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images

Domantas Sabonis might actually fit this new Kings' squad

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Jul 7, 2026

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) gets past Vanderbilt forward Jalen Washington (13) during the second half of the SEC tournament championship game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, March 15, 2026.

The Kings took down the Bucks in their last California Classic game

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Jul 7, 2026

Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Houston Cougars guard Emanuel Sharp (21) drives to the hoop past Texas A&M Aggies forward Jamie Vinson (4) during the first half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: William Purnell-Imagn Images

Emanuel Sharp is another second round win for the Kings

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Jul 6, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard DeMar DeRozan (10) during the third quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

DeMar DeRozan is no longer a King (and it gives Sacramento options)

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Jul 6, 2026

Mar 14, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Isaiah Stevens (24) drives the ball against LA Clippers guard Jordan Miller (22) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

Kings pick up a second California Classic win against Warriors Blue

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Jul 6, 2026

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) pushes past Mississippi guard Travis Perry (11) during overtime in a SEC tournament semifinal game at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Darius Acuff Jr. has already shown his best and worst in the California Classic

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Jul 5, 2026

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