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1:41Report: Kings Plan to Start Ben Simmons This Season
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10:04Russell Westbrook Retires After 18 Seasons in the NBA
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1:29Russell Westbrook Retiring After 18 Seasons
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1:57Jalen Duren's Free Agency Options
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1:50Notable Free Agents Waiting on LeBron
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0:51Meleek Thomas Puts on a Show in NBA Summer League
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1:04AJ Dybantsa Drops 23 Points in Summer League
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1:35Summer League Preview: Wagler vs Acuff Jr.
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0:55Reports: Kings Waiving DeMar DeRozan
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1:26Why You Shouldn't Rush to Judge Darius Acuff Jr.
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4:17Sacramento Kings Waive DeMar DeRozan
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1:12Top draft picks debut in NBA Summer League
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1:58NBA Summer League Standouts: #6 vs #7 In The Summer League Showdown
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1:31Breaking Down Jalen Duren's Top Landing Spots
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2:42Why LeBron to the Spurs Isn't as Crazy as It Sounds
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1:29Jalen Duren Angling For Sign-and-Trade With Lakers or Kings
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0:58Best RFA Trade Targets This Free Agency
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1:11Impending Player Option: What Should Zach Levine Do?
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1:37NBA Free Agency Best Fits: Zach LaVine
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1:41Expectations For the Charlotte Hornets
Top Kings News
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Not listed on injury report
Cardwell (calf) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday's meeting with the Lakers.
It appears Cardwell will be making his regular-season debut Wednesday evening, which could translate to fewer minutes for Precious Achiuwa. Cardwell showed last season he's capable of racking up the defensive stats when given the minutes, but his upside will be muted as long as Domantas Sabonis is healthy.
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Kings' Precious Achiuwa: Likely good to go Wednesday
Achiuwa (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.
Achiuwa is currently bothered by left ankle soreness, though it doesn't appear as if it will be enough to keep him off the floor against Los Angeles. The 27-year-old has played well in his seven regular-season appearances in 2026-27, averaging 11.6 points and 1.9 steals, both career highs, along with 6.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.0 blocks over 28.6 minutes per contest.
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Kings' Malik Monk: Explodes for 24 points
Monk registered 24 points (9-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, seven assists and one block across 30 minutes during Monday's 115-100 win over Dallas.
Monk delivered one of Sacramento's best offensive performances, finishing one point behind Darius Acuff for the team lead while knocking down five triples. He also paced the Kings with seven assists and posted a game-high plus-27 rating. Monk's combination of perimeter scoring and playmaking makes him an intriguing fantasy option when he receives this level of playing time, although his production could fluctuate in Sacramento's crowded backcourt.
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Kings' Precious Achiuwa: Strong effort on glass
Achiuwa notched six points (2-3 FG, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals across 27 minutes during Monday's 115-100 victory over the Mavericks.
Achiuwa made his presence felt without requiring many offensive touches, leading Sacramento in rebounds while contributing four combined steals and blocks. He played alongside Domantas Sabonis in the starting lineup, giving the Kings additional size and defensive versatility. Achiuwa's ability to contribute rebounds and defensive stats gives him some appeal in category leagues, even with limited scoring opportunities.
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Kings' Emanuel Sharp: Perfect from deep
Sharp contributed nine points (3-3 FG, 3-3 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 115-100 win over Dallas.
Sharp made all three of his attempts from beyond the arc, providing efficient bench scoring in Sacramento's first win of the campaign. He also chipped in defensively, but his limited shot volume and uncertain night-to-night workload make him difficult to trust outside deeper fantasy leagues.
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Kings' Leaky Black: Makes impact from deep
Black closed Monday's 115-100 win over the Mavericks with 12 points (4-7 FG, 4-6 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and four steals in 25 minutes.
Black provided a spark off Sacramento's bench, combining four three-pointers with a team-high four steals as the Kings secured their first victory of the season. The defensive production was particularly valuable for fantasy purposes, though his modest offensive workload makes him a speculative option in deeper formats.
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Kings' Darius Acuff: Another strong offensive effort in win
Acuff notched 25 points (10-21 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six assists, five rebounds and one steal across 37 minutes in Monday's 115-100 win over Dallas.
Acuff didn't deliver his best performance from downtown, though he was efficient from inside the arc and finished with a game-high mark in scoring. The rookie floor general also finished second on the team in assists, dishing out at least five dimes for a fifth straight game. During that span, he's averaged 27.6 points, 7.4 assists and 4.4 rebounds per contest.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Available Monday
LaVine (elbow) is available for Monday's game against the Mavericks, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
LaVine will shed the questionable tag ahead of Sacramento's matchup with Dallas. He is dealing with soreness in his right elbow after playing a season-low 21 minutes during Saturday's 136-105 loss to Memphis, but he'll fight through the ailment and reprise his starting role for the 0-6 Kings.
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Ruled out Monday
Cardwell (calf) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Mavericks.
Cardwell was temporarily upgraded to probable ahead of Monday's clash, though he was downgraded twice before ultimately being ruled out with a left calf strain. His next chance to make his season debut will arrive Wednesday against the Lakers.
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Downgraded to doubtful
Cardwell (calf) has been downgraded to doubtful for Monday's game against Dallas.
Cardwell's status has changed multiple times, though it now appears likely he won't be making his season debut Monday. His absence would leave additional minutes open for Jonathan Mogbo.
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Downgraded to questionable
Cardwell (calf) has been downgraded to questionable for Monday's game against Dallas.
Cardwell was initially listed as questionable before being upgraded to probable, though it's now less certain that he'll make his season debut. If the 24-year-old big man is cleared to play, there would be fewer minutes available for Jonathan Mogbo.
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Upgraded to probable
Cardwell is probable for Monday's game against Dallas due to a left calf strain.
Cardwell appears likely to suit up despite the calf issue. With Maxime Raynaud (knee) sidelined, Cardwell could have an opportunity for additional frontcourt minutes if he's cleared to play.
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Kings' Dylan Cardwell: Questionable versus Dallas
Cardwell (calf) is questionable to suit up for Monday's game against the Mavericks.
Cardwell has yet to appear in a game this season while recovering from a left calf strain, and he's in danger of missing his seventh consecutive outing to begin the 2026-27 campaign. If Cardwell remains sidelined, Precious Achiuwa and Jonathan Mogbo are likely to continue earning additional minutes.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Dealing with elbow soreness
LaVine (elbow) is questionable to play in Monday's game against Dallas.
LaVine played a season-low 21 minutes during Saturday's 136-105 loss to Memphis, but it's unclear if that was due to the elbow soreness or the game being out of reach for the Kings. Either way, his status will bear monitoring ahead of Monday's clash with the Mavericks. If he's unable to play, Darius Acuff Jr.'s usage would skyrocket, while Malik Monk, Emanuel Sharp and Nique Clifford could all see increased opportunities in the backcourt.
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Kings' Precious Achiuwa: Swats two shots vs. Memphis
Achiuwa registered six points (2-6 FG, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 25 minutes during Saturday's 136-105 loss to Memphis.
Achiuwa was the only Kings starter who failed to score in double digits, but he contributed on the defensive end of the floor with three stocks. He has started in each of the Kings' last four games, and he'll continue to be in the starting five for as long as Keegan Murray (ankle) is out of action. Achiuwa is averaging 12.5 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 1.8 steals and 0.8 blocks over 28.7 minutes per game this season.
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Kings' De'Andre Hunter: Goes for 19 points vs. Memphis
Hunter chipped in 19 points (8-18 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds and one steal across 32 minutes during Saturday's 136-105 loss to the Grizzlies.
Hunter scored 12 of his 19 points in the second quarter and finished Saturday as the Kings' second-leading scorer behind rookie seventh-overall pick Darius Acuff (38). Hunter failed to score in double digits in each of the first three games of the regular season, but over his last three outings, he has averaged 22.3 points per game on 52.3 percent shooting along with 4.7 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 3.7 threes and 0.7 steals over 34.0 minutes per contest. He'll continue to operate in an elevated role for as long as Keegan Murray (ankle) is out of action.
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Kings' Zach LaVine: Quiet against Memphis
LaVine chipped in 11 points (4-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and one assist over 21 minutes during Saturday's 136-105 loss to Memphis.
Saturday was the first time this season that LaVine attempted less than 10 field goals, and his performance broke a five-game streak of at least 20 points. Part of that lack of production was due to him playing only one minute in the fourth quarter, when the game was well out of reach for the Kings. The veteran wing will finish the month of October having averaged 23.5 points, 3.2 assists, 2.8 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 2.5 threes over 34.0 minutes per game.
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Team Statistical Rankings
| PTS/G | OPP PTS/G | |
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110.1 (22nd) |
124.3 (29th) |
Injuries
| Player | Injury |
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| K. Murray PF Keegan Murray PF | Ankle |
| P. Achiuwa PF Precious Achiuwa PF | Ankle |
| M. Raynaud C Maxime Raynaud C | Knee |
| B. Simmons SF Ben Simmons SF | Achilles |




