Rivalries are an integral part of sports, and the NBA is no different. Players who were both top picks in the same draft, teams that regularly meet in the playoffs, or two MVP candidates often go at it on and off the court. Any kind of rivalry adds another level to the game, and fans […] What is NBA Rivals Week? Explanation, history, and schedule - A Royal Pain - A Royal Pain - … [Read more...] about What is NBA Rivals Week? Explanation, history, and schedule
3 Things the Sacramento Kings need to happen to win the Western Conference
Last season, the West was dominated by three teams: The Denver Nuggets, the Memphis Grizzlies, and the Sacramento Kings. With a 49-34 record, the Kings finished with their best regular season record since the 2004-05 campaign and secured the third seed. Even though they did not make it out of the first round of the […] 3 Things the Sacramento Kings need to happen to win the … [Read more...] about 3 Things the Sacramento Kings need to happen to win the Western Conference
Mike Brown makes strong statement with lineup change in Kings’ third preseason game
After two uninspiring preseason losses, Sacramento Kings fans were treated to a playoff rematch against the Golden State Warriors. Unfortunately, it still was not the game for the Kings. It was the Jonathan Kuminga show at Golden 1 Center. A bold move by Mike Brown perked fans’ interest, however. Ever since training camp first started, […] Mike Brown makes strong statement with … [Read more...] about Mike Brown makes strong statement with lineup change in Kings’ third preseason game
5 Players Kings might replace Harrison Barnes with by the trade deadline
The Sacramento Kings want to prove that last season was no fluke. Few had them making the playoffs coming into the year, but the Kings produced the top offensive rating in the league and finished third in the Western Conference. Sacramento wants to take the next step and make a deep playoff run. Accomplishing that […] 5 Players Kings might replace Harrison Barnes with by the … [Read more...] about 5 Players Kings might replace Harrison Barnes with by the trade deadline
Examining 3 possible outcomes for Sasha Vezenkov this season
Over the summer, the Sacramento Kings ventured outside the pool of established NBA players to find some additional depth. They signed Sasha Vezenkov, the reigning EuroLeague MVP, to a three-year $20 million contract. In Europe, Vezenkov made a name for himself as a sharpshooting stretch four with a high basketball IQ, who looks like he […] Examining 3 possible outcomes for … [Read more...] about Examining 3 possible outcomes for Sasha Vezenkov this season