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Rumors and Concerns Surrounding the Kings GM Search

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 00:17:10 +0000

Lots of reports coming out this week regarding the Kings search for a general manager. Jill and Damien discuss the various reports from media outlets and the pros and cons regarding what we've learned including, what exactly is Joe Dumars role in all this.

Vlade Out, What's Next: Meet My New Co-Host - Jill Adge

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 23:52:01 +0000

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Her pick as the next GM.

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So That Was The Season, Huh?

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 02:20:21 +0000

Vlade interviewed one person for the coaching vacancy.

I'm not sure he even interviewed him. I think he just hired him.

Should players on a bad basketball team be able to dictate who coaches the team?

Buddy + Bogi = Expensive Mediocrity

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Postgame vs Brooklyn: Kings On The Verge of Elimination

Fri, 07 Aug 2020 23:50:28 +0000

Kings lose.

They're on the verge of elmination.

Postgame: vs Dallas: 0-3 and Plenty of Blame to Go Around

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 22:00:04 +0000

Kings play much better for 3 quarters but resort to their old ways in the 4th.

Lose to Dallas 114-110 in OT,

Luka with a monster triple double.

Bogi can't make a basket.

Buddy can't make a play.

Kings can't get to the line.

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Postgame: vs Orlando: Really Bad.

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 01:03:25 +0000

Things couldn't have gone worse for the Kings.

Everyone has a theory as to why they've started so bad. I have mine.

James Ham: Potential Rotations, Buddy Hield, What the Kings Have to do to Make the Playoffs

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 22:28:00 +0000

The Kings final scrimmage game is in the books. Lots of positives to take away from this last week of basketball.

James Ham of NBC Sports joins me to discuss a variety of topics including...

Biggest positives from the scrimmage games.

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Importance of Alex Len and his health.

Covering the Kings through Zoom.

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The Kings make the playoffs if...

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Fox Is Back, Bazemore and Jefferies Solid Again, Kings Fall to Bucks

Sat, 25 Jul 2020 19:45:27 +0000

Kings drop their 2nd of 3 scrimmage games but there are bigger stories...

Sanjish SIngh of The Kings Hearld joins me to breakdown the the Kings and the Bucks.

De'Aaron is back.

Harrison Barnes is finally in Orlando.

Solid performances from Kent Bazmore and DeQuan Jefferies.

Great outing from Cory Brewer.

Will things with Jabari Parker ever click?

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Sanjesh Singh of The Kings Herald on the Rocky Week

Sat, 18 Jul 2020 18:08:39 +0000

Kings had a rough week...

De'Aaron Fox sprains his ankle. Will be reevaluated in 7-10 days.

Harrison Barnes is still in Sacramento dealing with COVID 19 protocols.

Alex Len is in Orlando.

Richaun Holmes is still grounded.

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Harry Giles.

Marvin Bagley.

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Richaun Holmes Crossed The Gun Line

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 22:35:29 +0000

NBA gives us an update on COVID testing in the bubble.

Richaun Holmes crossed the gun line and is in quarantine for 8 more days.

All Kings players will were social justice message on their jersey.

Kings practice Friday, Saturday, and Sunday with Monday off.

People have really forgotten what some of these teams looked like before the break.

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Scrimmage Games Set as Mandatory Workouts Begin

Sat, 04 Jul 2020 21:00:05 +0000

The Kings are back in Sacramento and mandatory workouts have begun for the players.

Hear from Kent Bazemore, Marvin Bagley III, and Harrison Barnes.

Scrimmage games are scheduled against Miami, the Bucks, and the Clippers.

Jason Jones of The Athletic joins me to talk Bagley being reintroduced to the team and how trying to predict anything right now is impossible.

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Buddy, Len, and Parker Test Positive - Long Road Ahead for the NBA

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Three members of the Sacramento Kings have been diagnosed with COVID-19.

Buddy Hield, Jabari Parker, Alex Len. Are there more?

Yesterday wasn’t the jarring day I expected but I’m not sure were out the woods yet.

When can we start talking about the Kings chances to win without being short sided?

What will the next 2 weeks look like for the Kings and the NBA?

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Bruski: Thoughts on NBA's Return, Kings Chances, Bogi's Future

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 20:52:18 +0000

The founder of Hoop Ball, Aaron Bruski joins me to talk a variety of NBA and Kings related topics including...

Thoughts on the NBA's return?

Dark horse contenders?

Kings chances.

Dynamic of teams fighting for the 8th and 9th spots.

Bagley's roll in these upcoming 8 games.

What his role might say about his future.

Bogi's future with a salary cap reduction on the way.

Can Buddy and Bogi play together long term?

Kings best line up?

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Grant Napear Out as Kings Play by Play

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 23:17:42 +0000

Grant Napear is out as the Sacramento Kings play by play announcer.

Unanswered Questions to an Unfinished Movie

Wed, 06 May 2020 20:12:32 +0000

The Sacramento Kings season leaves us with a lot of unanswered questions including...

What's next for Marvin Bagley? Would he have played again?

Will Buddy remain on the bench? Will Buddy be happy remaining on the bench?

What will next NBA season look like?

Are we looking at a complete change in NBA business?

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Locked On... A Conversation with Matt George

Thu, 19 Mar 2020 21:00:00 +0000

I talk with Matt George, host of the Locked On Kings podcast, about a variety of topics including how the NBA season ended, should it continue, will it continue, and in what form. Real life mixes with basketball here as we face uncertainty in many different forms.

Game 64 vs Toronto Raptors: Kings Let One Slip Away

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 04:08:21 +0000

Kings have a chance to take out the Raptors but let it slip away.

1st and 3rd quarters do the Kings.

Raptors 3-point shooting is their ultimate downfall.

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Game 62 vs Philadelphia 76ers: Reserves Step Up, Kings Win Streak Ends

Fri, 06 Mar 2020 05:47:46 +0000

Even without their all-stars, the 76ers were too much for the Kings.

A solid effort all around ended the Kings winning streak.

Big weekend of games ahead.

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Game 61 vs Washington Wizards: Well, That Was Something. Kings Win!

Wed, 04 Mar 2020 05:51:44 +0000

Fox wills the Kings to a victory.

Kings were in firm control in this one. For 2 quarters. Then the 3rd quarter started.

A 27 point lead disappeared by the start of the 4th.

Luke gets tossed and we get our first press conference from Igor Kokosov.

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Game 59 @ Memphis Grizzles: Kings Win Again, 3-1 Road Trip

Sat, 29 Feb 2020 04:02:07 +0000

It got interesting but the Kings win again.

Its amazing this team is playing meaningful basketball at the start of March.

Not only playing meaningful basketball but playing really well.

Fox and Bazemore continue to be the cornerstones of the team.

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Game 58 @ Oklahoma City Thunder: This One Slipped Away

Fri, 28 Feb 2020 04:11:07 +0000

Kings played really well for 2 and a half quarters and put themselves in a position to win. Unfortunately they lost.

A bad stretch in the 3rd eliminated a 19 point lead and an awful start to the 4th doomed their chances for a win.

Kings can still go 3-1 on the trip with a win against the Grizzles on Friday.

Game 57 @ Golden St: Steady Effort Get Kings 3rd Straight Win

Wed, 26 Feb 2020 06:31:59 +0000

Kings win their 3rd straight and 9 of 13.

With the Blazers and Pelicans both losing, all 3 teams sit at 33 loses.

Harrison Barnes continues to impress.

Harry Giles solid outing marred a bit by defensive lapses.

Game 55 vs Memphis Grizzles: Fox and Barnes Lead The Way

Fri, 21 Feb 2020 06:07:42 +0000

Kings hold on to win 129-125

Final stretch of the 4th was ugly but they did enough to win.

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Game 54 @ Dallas Mavericks: Kerosene Soaked Dumpster Fire

Thu, 13 Feb 2020 04:25:13 +0000

Luka embarrasses the Kings.

Porzingis embarrasses the Kings.

Luke Walton embarrasses the Kings.

Oh, and Richaun Holmes is still hurt.

So is Marvin Bagley.

The Athletic wrote about all this and a season long group text message.

Game 53 @ Milwaukee Bucks: 2 minute Stretch Spoils Kings Effort

Tue, 11 Feb 2020 03:48:48 +0000

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Kings put up a heck of a fight but a 2 minute stretch in the 4th doomed their upset attempts.

Slick coaching move by Luke Walton

Small ball

No Greek Freak, no problem. Bucks 5-0 with Giannis

Exciting 3rd quarter.

Luke Walton press conference

Game 51 vs Miami Heat: Kings Undefeated Since Deadline

Sat, 08 Feb 2020 05:44:02 +0000

Great overall performance following the trade deadline for the Kings.

Consistent shooting and solid defense led the way.

20 forced turnovers.

Still a problem getting to the line.

No Richaun Holmes tonight. Harry Giles started and was very effective in the 14 minutes he played.

Big nights from Belly and Bogi.

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Bruski: Kings At The Trade Deadline

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 02:22:01 +0000

Aaron Bruski joins me to discuss the Kings topics...

Moving on from Dedmon...

Addition of Parker and Len...

Salary Cap...

Media spins on Bogi and his upcoming contract...

Basketball IQ...

Injuires...

Luke Walton...

Game 50 vs Minnesota: Fox Stays Steady, Kings Win

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 05:57:14 +0000

Kings move to 19-31 after a 113-109 victory over Minnesota.

They made it interesting. A 20 point lead went down to 3 but the Kings held on.

Great night from Fox.

Impactful performances from Bazemore and Deadmon.

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Game 48 @ Los Angeles Clippers: Kings Dominate From 3

Fri, 31 Jan 2020 06:31:00 +0000

Kings dominate form behind the arc.

3 point shooting shuts down the Clippers.

Fox’s 34 leads the way.

Thoughts on Buddy coming off the bench and Marvin Bagley’s injury.

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Game 44 @ Detroit: Kings Lose By 21 to a Team with 17 Wins

Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:13:37 +0000

Kings lose by 21 in Detroit... I repeat, THE KINGS LOSE BY 21 IN DETROIT!!!

Game 43 @ Miami: 5 Straight Losses for the 3rd Time This Season

Tue, 21 Jan 2020 01:25:15 +0000

Overtime does the Kings in as they lose 118-113 in Miami.

My thoughts on Bazemore and Arizia.

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Game 41 vs Dallas: Look kids, Big Ben

Thu, 16 Jan 2020 06:03:31 +0000

Kings fall to Dallas in familiar fashion, 127-123

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Game 40 vs Orlando: Bagley Returns, Belly Goes Off, Kings Lose

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 05:58:33 +0000

Lather. Rinse. Repeat.

Is the problem as simple as injuries? I don't think so.

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Game 38 @ Phoenix: Dedmon, Giles Big in Kings Win

Wed, 08 Jan 2020 05:09:08 +0000

Some familiar faces took some unfamiliar roles.

Kings use a huge 4th quarter to down the Phoenix Suns winning back to back games and 3 of their last 4.

Dedmon and Giles play key roles with Richaun Holmes out.

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Game 37 vs "Golden St": Ugh. But Kings Win.

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 05:55:31 +0000

Really not much to talk about as it pertains to the game other. Kings played bad, "Warriors" played worse.

The major story is Richaun Holmes and his apparent shoulder injury. He'll travel with the team to Phoenix and be a game time decision.

Bogi is not being traded for Kyle Kuzma. The end!!!

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Game 35 vs Memphis: New Decade, Who Dis

Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:18:58 +0000

In their first game of the new year and their first game of the new decade, the Kings win the strangest back and forth of the season, beating the Memphis Grizzles and snapping an 8 game losing streak.

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Game 34 vs Los Angeles Clippers: 522

Wed, 01 Jan 2020 00:41:34 +0000

Kings lose their 522nd game of the decade and their 22nd of the season.

A short handed Clippers had no troubles handing the Kings their 8th straight loss, 105-87

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Game 33 @ Denver: Moral Victory City

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 04:06:23 +0000

Kings drop 7th straight and fall to 9 games below .500 but don't worry... Luke said Buddy was smart today.

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Game 31 vs Minnesota: Kings Skid Hits 5, Bagley and Fox Down

Fri, 27 Dec 2019 06:27:13 +0000

Kings lose their 5th straight, falling to Minnesota 105-104.

Fox and Bagley both leave the game with injuries.

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Game 30 vs Houston: Kings Seeing Red After 4th Straight Loss

Tue, 24 Dec 2019 05:49:09 +0000

Fox matches a career high and Bagley is back in the starting line up.

Neither one of those is enough to help the Kings win as they fall 113- 104 to the Houston Rockets.

4th straight loss with Minnesota coming to town Thursday.

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Game 27 @ Charlotte: Kings Lose in Fox's Return

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 02:50:27 +0000

Kings lose 110-102 to the Hornets. Charlotte finishes the season 2-0 against Sacramento.

De'Aaron Fox returned at the 7 minute mark of the first quarter.

Looked good overall. Aggressive.

Bagley still finding his way.

Buddy not around tonight.

Is this team lacking offensive firepower?

Tough game coming up Friday.

Game 26 @ Golden St: Everything It Needed To Be

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 04:18:53 +0000

Kings win and they win big.

This game was everything the Kings needed it to be.

Except the turnovers.

Despite the blowout their were a couple of notable DNP-CD's on the box score.

Game 25 vs New York: Knicks Get Win Number 6

Sat, 14 Dec 2019 05:44:37 +0000

Knicks are now 6-20 after beating the Kings at the Golden One Center.

You can’t count potential wins in the NBA and you really can’t count potential wins if you’re a Kings fan.

How this game is different than the one vs Chicago?

Who are the Kings?

Iso-ball for all.

You’ll hear from Luke Walton.

Kings vs Warriors Sunday evening.

Game 24 vs OKC: 3 Straight For The Kings

Thu, 12 Dec 2019 05:51:32 +0000

This game was incredibly boring... until it wasn't.

Kings win on a late go ahead from Bogi.

The win masks a poorly played game that saw the return of Marvin Bagley.

The win amplifies the fact that the Sacramento Kings are now a team that can win games because of their defense.

Poor shooting stretches from both teams left this game wide open at the end and once again the Kings take advantage.

Next show, Friday night following the Kings vs Knicks.

Game 23 @ Houston: BELLY FTW!!!!!!!!!

Tue, 10 Dec 2019 04:05:59 +0000

BELLY AT THE BUZZER!!!!

Kings beat the Rockets 119-118, winning there second game in two nights in Texas.

The Rockets a frustrating team to watch. Awful.

What the Kings have done without Bagley, Fox, and at times, Bogi has been really incredible.

The lackluster Western Conference and the Kings commitment to defense has put this team in a great position.

Back at it Wednesday vs OKC.

Game 20 @ Portland: Career Night For Holmes, But Kings Lose

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 05:51:04 +0000

A 28 point career night from Richaun Holmes wasnt enough to make up for the loss of Bogi as the Kings lose in Portland 127-116.

Most points given up by the Kings this season.

Tough way to start a really difficult 4 game road trip.

I'm a Yogi guy!!!

Kings didn't take advantage of opportunities.

I'll try to get a show up on Friday.

No show on Sunday (first night of a back to back)

Back at it Monday after the game against Houston.

Game 19 vs Chicago: This... This Was Trash!!!!

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 05:57:22 +0000

I don't have a clever or descriptive write up for this game. If you missed it - see the title of today's episode.

Kings lose 113-106 and it was actually much worse than that.

Game 18 vs Denver: This... This Was Impressive!!!!

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 01:17:04 +0000

The Kings improve to 8-10 after an improbable overtime victory against the Denver Nuggets.

The Kings were down by as many as 17 in the first half and were making little headway well into the 3rd quarter.

The Kings closed regulation on a 17-3 run after Denver couldn't convert anything for must of the 4th quarter.

Lots of players game up big in this one.

Harrison Barnes continues to be a great leader.

Luke Walton is happy... but he expects his team to win at home.

Kings fans should be proud of this one.

Game 17 @ Philadelphia: Shots Don't Fall

Thu, 28 Nov 2019 02:51:51 +0000

Kings fall 97-19 to the 76ers.

Finish the road trip 1-3.

Not a disastrous trip in terms of the way they played but the results aren't there.

Their defense but them in position to take over multiple times.

Points in the paint in the 1st vs 2nd half.

Luke Walton's post game conference.

Concerns about Bagley and Fox returning and the short term problems that may create for the team.

Denver coming up Saturday afternoon.

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Game 16 @ Boston: The Buddy 3 Party Falls 1 Point Short

Tue, 26 Nov 2019 03:24:03 +0000

This game was absolutely phenomenal.

Give me 7 games of these two teams. Give me 82!!! This was great.

A career night for Buddy Hield, unfortunately the Kings fall one point short in the TD Garden and fall to 7-9 after a thrilling 103-102 loss to the Boston Celtics.

Two classics in 8 days.

Two big time performances from Buddy Buckets.

Kings struggled defensively tonight but there is far more good to take away from this one than there is bad.

No rest - next game Wednesday against Philly.

Game 15: @ Washington: Barnes Near Perfect, Kings Win in DC

Mon, 25 Nov 2019 01:49:16 +0000

Kings win on both sides of the floor and move to within a game of .500.

Harrison Barnes was near perfect on the night.

Kings offense was focused on points in the paint.

3 ball: 1st half vs 2nd half

Bogi returned to the line up.

Luke Walton expressed the importance of "breaking the paint" and getting to the foul line.

Good nights from Richaun Holmes and Bogi.

Celtics up next Monday night.

Game 13 vs Phoenix: Kings Win But....

Wed, 20 Nov 2019 06:06:31 +0000

The first quarter sets the tone as the Kings beat the Suns 120-116.

Bogi's career night concludes with some concern over his hamstring.

Big night from Richaun Holmes.

It wasn't all good... Kings aw a 26 point lead shrink to 3 with 13 seconds left in the game. Turnovers and iso ball took the Kings away from the 60%+ they were shooting in the first half.

4 game road trip starts Friday with Brooklyn.

Game 11 @ Lakers: Tripped Up At The Buzzer

Sat, 16 Nov 2019 06:40:25 +0000

Kings solid defensive effort results in a 2-point loss to the Western Conference leading Los Angeles Lakers.

Kings now 4-7 on the season.

The story of the game - Kings never went away every time LeBron and the Lakers made a run at them.

Bogi was in position to be the hero again.

Did LeBron trip Barnes?

Should Barnes have had the ball in the position?

No moral victories, but the Kings are starting to build a solid sample size of better defensive basketball.

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Game 10 vs Portland: Defense For The Win

Wed, 13 Nov 2019 06:03:57 +0000

Life without DeArron Fox begins.

Kings get the win 107-99. Go to 4-6 on the season.

Big nights from Belly, Bogi, and Barnes.

Buddy gets hot after he removes his headband.

Richaun Holmes is everyones favorite player.

The defense in the 3rd quarter is what shifted the game. Best defense of the season.

Luke Walton talks about the teams commitment to defense.

Are the Kings good?

What are your takeaways 10 games into the season?

Next game, next show, Friday night vs the Lakers.

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Game 9 @ Atlanta: 3 The Hard Way

Sat, 09 Nov 2019 03:23:05 +0000

Kings beat Atlanta 121-109

Hot shooting from 3 was the difference.

The Hawks had chances to take this game away but abandoned what was working for them.

Harry Giles returned. So did Trevor Ariza. Very different returns.

Big time performances from the bench.

Trae Young go hot in the 3rd and that may have been the Hawks downfall.

A lot has been written and said about Harry Giles this week.

Portland is next, Tuesday at the Golden One Center.

Game 8 @ Toronto: Streak Ends at 2

Thu, 07 Nov 2019 03:40:34 +0000

Kings fall to the Raptors 124-120.

Kings now 2-6 on the season.

Kings had their opportunities to steal this game while the Raptors had their opportunities to blow them out.

Kawhi may be in LA but the Raptors are still a very good basketball.

Is this a moral victory kind of night?

Should you have moral victories at 2-6?

Strong offensive night from Harrison Barnes.

Back at it following the Kings and the Hawks on Friday night.

Game 7 @ New York: Soooo... 77-5?

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 02:11:06 +0000

Kings win their second straight beating New York 113-92.

I’ll do my best to make this podcast more entertaining than the game.

Kings went on 11-0 run to the start the 2nd quarter and that was the game.

Another big night from De’Arron Fox.

Differences in last year vs this year.

Half court offense.

Defense.

This wasn’t pretty, but it counts.

Next game, Wednesday against the defending champion Toronto Raptors.

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Game 6 vs Utah: Finally.

Sat, 02 Nov 2019 05:03:11 +0000

Kings get there first win of the season 102-101 over the Utah Jazz.

This game was all about DeArron Fox. Barnes hit the game winner, but they won because of DeArron.

Defensively they looked different. Offensively they looked the same.

Team heads to New York to take on the Knicks Sunday.

Game 5 vs Charlotte: This sucks!!!!!

Thu, 31 Oct 2019 04:49:08 +0000

The Kings played a bad basketball team. The result tells you all you need to know.

Game 4 vs Denver: Richaun Holmes Is A Winner, Kings Are Not

Tue, 29 Oct 2019 05:06:29 +0000

Kings fall to 0-4 after a 101-94 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

This was the Kings best performance of the year but another dreadful 3rd quarter put them in a difficult position down the stretch.

Unlike previous games, there are some positives here.

More assists. Less turnovers.

Pace and scoring is still down.

Richaun Holmes had an incredible game. He’s gonna get a lot of attention for what he did offensively but what he did defensively against Nikola Jokic should make him a starter moving forward.

Next game: Charlotte, Wednesday night at the Golden One Center.

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Game 2 vs Portland: Bigs Struggle, Dame Time

Sat, 26 Oct 2019 04:27:28 +0000

The Blazers spoil opening night at the Golden One Center, beat the Kings 122-112

Kings 0-2 to start the season.

It’s going to be difficult for the Kings to compete with teams that have superstars.

Dame and CJ took over in the 4th quarter and put the game out of reach.

The Kings had stretches in the the 3rd quarter were they played good defense, both in the half court and transition. And they still managed to give up 37.

De’Aaron stepped up and tried to carry the load but it wasn’t enough.

Much like Buddy on Wednesday, Bogi had a hot start and a cold finish.

Rough night for the bigs. This isn’t gonna work for the next 4-6 weeks.

Team is headed to Utah to play the Jazz Saturday night.

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Game 1 @ PHX: A Disastrous Start to the Season

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 02:38:41 +0000

Game 1 of the regular season is in the books… and it was a disaster.

Buddy’s hot start.

Back and forth game that left a lot to be desired.

De’Arron’s foul trouble and its impact.

This looked like the last game after a long road trip.

The Suns defensive intensity really bothered the Kings in the 3rd quarter.

Too many turnovers, not enough assists.

Ricky Rubio’s impact.

ISO ball.

Disaster. In every sense of the word.

What’s next?

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James Ham: It's Opening Night, Buddy's Money, & Bogi's Future

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 13:00:00 +0000

IT’S HERE!!!!

The Sacramento Kings 2019-20 season gets underway tonight in Phoenix.

James Ham of NBC Sports joins me for this final preview before regular season action begins.

We discuss…

Buddy’s deal and how he handled the negotiations.

The likelihood Bogi is a King next year.

Harry Giles health and fit in the rotation.

Wenyen Gabriel.

The Ken Catanella statue that belongs outside the Golden One Center.

Expectations for Hams 10th season covering the Kings.

Don’t forget we’re back tonight after the game.

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Bruski: Buddy, Holmes, and The Over

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 13:00:00 +0000

On the eve of the 2019-20 NBA season and 2 days before the start of the Kings season we talk with Aaron Bruski…

What was Bruski keeping an eye on during preseason?

Whats Buddy’s dollar figure?

Should Richaun Holmes start?

The over?

Can Harry Giles play his way back into the rotation?

Important fantasy players?

We close out with some thoughts on Harry Giles and Luke Walton’s announcement he won’t make the opener.

Two more days! Don’t miss a single episode of the Sacramento Kings Podcast.

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Postgame: PS Game 5 vs Melbourne, Contract Talk

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 04:44:01 +0000

The shorthanded Kings dominate Melbourne United at the Golden One Center to wrap up their 2019 preseason.

Huge games from Marvin Bagley and Yogi Ferrell.

Buddy Hield and Bogdan Bogdanovic were both offered contract extensions.

I don’t expect Bogi to sign his at all.

It seems the Kings and Buddy aren’t far apart but why that number might be significantly larger than it appears.

We discuss the implications of these two contracts and what happens if one or both don’t sign them.

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Postgame: PS Game 4 @ Utah Jazz

Tue, 15 Oct 2019 04:08:07 +0000

Kings win what I think is their most important game of the preseason.

A big first half leads to a 128-115 victory of the Utah Jazz.

De’Aaron Fox leaves the game with back soreness.

Marvin Bagley’s double-double.

Richaun Holmes impact.

What to expect Wednesday.

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Postgame: PS Game 3 vs Phoenix Suns

Fri, 11 Oct 2019 04:56:20 +0000

Kings top the Suns 105-88 for their first win of the preseason.

Lot’s of positives to take away from this game…

Increased movement defensively.

Rebounding.

Richaun Holmes.

A couple of thoughts on Phoenix and the status of Harry Giles.

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Takeaways from an 0-2 Trip to India

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 13:00:00 +0000

The Kings are back home from India with an 0-2 preseason record.

What are the legitimate concerns coming out of these games?

What can be chalked up to not enough practice and a lot of travel?

The starting line ups and closing line ups were different.

Defense is something Luke Walton will continue to have to focus on.

Rebounding a problem?

Honest takeaways from the trip to India and what are we looking for now?

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Harry Giles: Concern or Precaution

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 13:00:00 +0000

The Sacramento Kings are several days into their trip to India but one notable name is hanging around Sac. Harry Giles didn’t make the trip to India in order to rest… or rehab… or both.

What we do, and don’t know about Giles and his absence from competitive basketball.

Also, what are the teams expectations for themselves this season. We’ve heard what fans think, we’ve heard what media thinks - but what about Buddy? Or DeArron?

Preseason games Friday and Saturday morning on NBA TV and NBCSN. 6:30am.

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"Defense, defense, defense..."

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Media day is in the books, as are the first 2 practices of the Sacramento Kings training camp.

Luke Walton spoke to the media for the first time since his introductory press conference and he had a lot of intriguing things to say about the Kings and their direction.

Pace and defense. Can one team handle both? Luke Walton thinks so.

Are we looking at the competitiveness of the Western Conference the wrong way?

Coming up Thursday, what are the expectations for the Kings this year? Not fans expectations, not media expectations, but what did the players and coaches have to say about this upcoming season?

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Locked On... Thoughts on Harry Giles and the Upcoming Season

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 17:16:17 +0000

The first ever simulcast episode with Matt George and the Locked On Kings podcast.

Matt and I talk a lot about Harry Giles and the expectations, fair or not, for the upcoming season. We also talk about his strengths, his weaknesses, and what he can do to stand out amongst the rest of the Kings bigs.

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Training Camp Approaches and a World Cup Stunner

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 23:35:45 +0000

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Training camp is right around the corner as the Sacramento Kings announced media day and practices that take place before their trip to India.

A stunner in the World Cup as Serbia is eliminated by Argentina.

We discuss the risk vs reword of playing in the World Cup. What will the conversations be for teams like the Kings or the Celtics of they get off

to a slow start or players who participated in the World Cup struggle?

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Bogi, Belly, and a Potential Shortage of Minutes

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 12:00:00 +0000

We open up with some thoughts on Buddy Hield and his efforts to help the Bahamas in the wake of Hurricane Dorian. I’ve attached the link to his foundation and the link to his Go Fund Me page for those interested and capable.

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The FIBA World Cup has provided Kings fans quite a bit to talk about.

What can we read into Bogi’s recent play? What will Belly’s role be with the team next year? Most importantly, why are some people excitedly tweeting Georgios Papagiannis box scores?

Minute distribution will be a fascinating thing to watch next season.

Sacramento Kings general manger Vlade Divac will take his place in the Naismith Hall of Fame this week. He spoke with ESPN about what he thinks about De’Aaron Fox and what he expects from his team this coming season.

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Bruski: Buddy's Offseason and Contract Extension, Kings Fantasy Impact

Fri, 30 Aug 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Aaron Bruski joins me to discuss a variety of Sacramento Kings topics including…

The fantasy impact the Kings will have.

Buddy’s offseason.

What will his contract extension look like? Is he a max guy?

Are the Kings staring at a cap concern if Buddy, Bagley, and Fox all live up to expectations?

Can you go over the cap if you’re not a playoff team?

Most important free agent acquisition.

Is Trevor Ariza still a good defender?

We wrap up with my thoughts on former Sacramento King DeMarcus Cousins.

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Thoughts on Luke Walton

Tue, 27 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0000

The NBA and the Sacramento Kings have closed their investigation into the sexual assault allegations against Kings head coach Luke Walton. What does this mean for Walton moving forward and how does it affect the Sacramento?

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ESPN Likes the Kings but Doesn't Want De'Aaron To Love Us

Fri, 23 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0000

ESPN loves De’Arron Fox so much they’re already trying to get him out of Sacramento. The cast of The Jump spent 3 minutes trying to figure out why De’Arron Fox would say he loves Sacramento, cause, ya know, he couldn’t possibly mean it.

Meanwhile on their digital platform, Bobby Marks and Jorge Sedano think the Kings are underrated. What are the expectations next year? Not Vegas’ expectations. Not ESPN’s expectations. What are your expectations for next year?

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Marvin Bagley’s new album drops August 24th.

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De'Aaron Fox Withdraws From USA Camp

Tue, 20 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0000

De’Aaron Fox is the latest to withdraw from USA Basketball. Official reason: focus on the upcoming season and the Kings making the playoffs. The offical reason doesn’t really matter. He’s entitled to spend his offseason as he prefers but that doesn’t stop us from examining the possible reasons why, and why everyone of them makes sense.

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Boogie and the Promise of Defense

Fri, 16 Aug 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Former Sacramento Kings center DeMarcus Cousins tore his ACL while working out in Las Vegas and it looks like he’ll lose another year of his career. We’ll spend a few minutes talking about DMC - is this the end for him, and if not, what does his career look like moving forward?

The Kings' free agency was filled with guys we believe to be defensive players, but are we right in that assessment? We know what type of defender Trevor Ariza was at 24. What type is he at 34? What can the Kings do to help take advantage of his skill set?

Why is it easier to evaluate Dedmon, Joseph, and Holmes defensively than it is Ariza?

Who will be the best defender on the Kings when the season is over?

Where do the Sacramento Kings need to finish defensively next year in order to be contending late in the season?

The Mens National Team had a disastrous start to practice in LA this week. What does that mean for De’Aaron Fox and Harrison Barnes?

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