What's everyone's main takeaway from tonight's game? My three: Rotation seems clear, defense still a question mark, young guys looked good late, but can they mix in with starters? More in my writing below! www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

And noticeably more flat? Or is it just me?

Sabonis' 3P shot does look noticeably quicker

We get actual basketball to watch and talk about today!!! What's everyone watching most in the preseason opener tonight? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Zach LaVine is looking forward to facing other teams after he and his teammates have given each other a tough, physical training camp thus far. #SacramentoKings #SacKings #Kings #NBA #LightTheBeam www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Would you revisit the idea of Darius Garland at this season's trade deadline? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Even if Raynaud doesn't get a ton of playing time this season (fingers crossed he does), it should be such a good growing year for him. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Some late night musings in my latest writing with two thoughts: 1. Vibes seem to be way up in training camp this year, which is great. 2. Looking back at last year's training camp, there was way more tension that we all realized. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I know a lot of people wanted the Kings to trade their vets, but Clifford getting to learn from both LaVine and DeRozan is pretty great. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Sabonis' assists the last three seasons 2022-23: 7.3 2023-24: 8.2 2024-25: 6.0 Sounds like we're going to get back up to the 7-8 range this year with what Sabonis said after practice yesterday. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Looking for a classic Will Z. Stats article? Here it is. A look at all the transition numbers from last season, with a surprising player leading the way at the top of the list. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I love this goal. We're hearing more talk about pace, but it's a little different this time. Pace on defense, not just pace on offense. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Between the trade and Russell Westbrook rumors, I thought for sure Carter would be on the outside looking in this season, but I think there's a clear path for him to make an impact this season. One of the biggest X-Factors as the season gets underway. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Fingers crossed this is the year the Kings finally turn the corner defensively. If there's anyone who can do it, it's Doug Christie. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Keegan Murray is once again the biggest X-Factor heading into the season. Will we see him have a breakout season in year 4? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Really like all three of these players as flyers for the Kings at this point of the offseason. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I still don't think Monk's contract is 'bad,' but just a result of unfortunate circumstances of timing www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I think we can all agree, this would be the best case scenario, right? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

If the Kings are looking to tear it down and rebuild, here is one way they could start. I wouldn’t recommend it, personally, but here it is anyway. 🤷🏻‍♂️ #SacramentoKings #SacKings #Kings #NBA #LightTheBeam www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Third up in the season previews: Zach LaVine I think LaVine has the second most to prove this season behind Sabonis, and think he could thrive in Doug Christie's offense. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I think we all thought DeRozan would be traded this offseason, but with him coming back for year two in Sacramento, a look back at last season and preview for the upcoming season in the 2nd player preview of the series. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

My first article in a season preview series, looking back at Sabonis 2024-25 season, biggest question mark, and biggest concern. How y'all feeling about Sabonis heading into next year? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

It was fun going down memory lane for this one. The Scores was such a fun season. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

If, and that's a big if with all the questions, the Kings looked to trade Sabonis by either request or their own accord, do you think they could get it done? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Hahaha good times!

The saga continues!! Would you remove the pick protection to bring in Kuminga? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

If Kuminga signs the QO offer with the Warriors this season, the Kings are in a great position to make a push for him next offseason. Do you think the Kings were playing the long game all along? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Some late night rumblings on who I think will lead the Kings in points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks. I feel super confident in 4/5, and am taking a long-shot on one of them. Who do you have leading the team for each? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

What are you hoping the Kings do with their new roster spot? Here are three options I think worth at least thinking about in my latest writing! www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I know this seems obvious, but there's one stat that I'll be looking at more than others next season. Maybe not for wins and losses, but more so for the culture going forward. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

It feels like there are still so many question marks around the Sacramento Kings, but these are my top three as training camp approaches. What's your biggest question heading into next season? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

If the Kings want to win next year, let's just say that these stats show how important DeRozan was for everyone last season. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

I think we all want Sabonis to shoot more, but the numbers from last season show that might not be the best case scenario. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Sacramento crowds are notoriously loud and boisterous, and Thunder star Jalen Williams is the latest opposing player to single Kings fans out with praise. #SacramentoKings #SacKings #Kings #NBA #LightTheBeam www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

"According to Stathead, LaVine is just the third player in league history to shoot at least seven threes per game at a 44.6% clip or better." Are we all undervaluing LaVine, who is one of the best three-point shooters in the league? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Would Prosper come in and save the Kings? Definitely not. But he is a 6'8" wing with a 7'1" wingspan. So why not give him at least a look? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Man I would do this trade in an INSTANT. Watson would be such an ideal backup to Keegan. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Some late night thoughts in my latest writing. High expectations led to one of the most disappointing seasons in memory last year. With almost zero expectations this year, could that help the team play better than we all think? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

It's not just Monk that would be heavily affected if the Kings bring in Westbrook. A look at how bringing in the former MVP could affect all the guards on the Kings in my latest writing. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

The sad thing about this was that it was hard to pick just three things for the Kings, but since we're in August, a look back at three of the biggest 'what ifs' in Kings history. What would you list as the top three? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

With reports once again surfacing on the Kings looking to move Monk, my three reasons on why he could be on the move for Sacramento (even if I still don't want it to happen) www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

In what should come as no surprise, the Kings aren't getting much love for their offseason moves so far. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

It's going to be really hard for the Kings to win any postseason awards, but here are my choices for the top three candidates to do so this season. Who do you think is most likely, and for what award? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Name a non-LOTR character who could resist the one ring.

Can't lie, this one hurt to write "From throwing up fours in the postgame pictures to all the fans donning the name 'Trey Baes,' his time in Sacramento will be fondly remembered if he does move on this offseason, whether it be the Heat or another team." www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

Greatest @sacramentokings player of all-time bracket. Vote here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F... Cc. @will-z-stats.bsky.social @brendennba.bsky.social @sean.cunningham @apevny.bsky.social @jilladge.bsky.social @megalu.bsky.social

My three early takeaways from the Kings schedule. What stands out most to you? www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

This may seem silly, but it shows even more so that the league has caught on to what we all know. Keon Ellis is really freaking good at basketball. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

✍️✍️Forget Good, Can the Kings Be Fun to Watch Next Season? I hope that, for all of our sakes, the answer is yes. But who knows after last season. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...

One of the things I'm most excited for next season is to see what Doug's schemes and systems look like. My best guesses at what a few changes could look like based on what we've heard so far. www.si.com/nba/kings/sa...