Eric Sperlazza

Eric Sperlazza

Eric Sperlazza covers the NBA and Sacramento Kings for Sacramento Kings On SI.

Nov 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) drives on Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) in the fourth quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
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Would the Trae Young Led Kings Actually Be a Better Team?

Exploring what the Kings may look like if they swap Domantas Sabonis for Trae Young.

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Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) talks with forward Domantas Sabonis (left) and guard Zach LaVine (8) during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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NBA Insider Expects Kings to Trade at Least One of “Big 3”

The Sacramento Kings are expected to trade one of Domantas Sabonis, DeMar DeRozan, or Zach LaVine this offseason.

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Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) talks with forward Domantas Sabonis (left) and guard Zach LaVine (8) during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Sacramento Kings Urged to 'Bottom-Out' by NBA Insider

NBA analyst Sam Vecenie wants to see the Sacramento Kings start fresh this offseason.

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Mar 1, 2025; Gainesville, Florida, USA; Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. (1) and center Olivier Rioux (32) and guard Alijah Martin (15) and forward Thomas Haugh (10) huddle after the game against the Texas A&M Aggies at Exactech Arena at the Stephen C. O'Connell Center. Mandatory Credit: Morgan Tencza-Imagn Images
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Kings Announce Pre-Draft Workout With NCAA Champion Guard

The Sacramento Kings are hosting Florida Gators guard Alijah Martin for a pre-draft workout.

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Nov 27, 2024; Paradise Island, Bahamas, BHS; Providence Friars guard Jabri Abdur-Rahim (3) reacts during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Atlantis Resort.  Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
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Kings Announce Pre-Draft Workout with Son of Former NBA All-Star

The Sacramento Kings are bringing in Jabri Abdur-Rahim for a pre-draft workout.

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Apr 11, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) during the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Clippers at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
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Sacramento Kings End-of-Season Report Card: Domantas Sabonis

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis had another strong season, but continued limitations made it hard for the Kings to compete on defense.

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Mar 15, 2025; Fort Worth, TX, USA;  UAB Blazers forward Yaxel Lendeborg (3) dribbles the ball upcourt against the North Texas Mean Green during the first half at Dickies Arena. Mandatory Credit: Chris Jones-Imagn Images
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Sacramento Kings Announce NBA Draft Workout With Star Prospect

The Sacramento Kings are brining in UAB star Yaxel Lendeborg for a draft workout.

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Feb 6, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie talks to guard Malik Monk (0) during the first half against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Kings Hiring Former NBA Star for New-Look Coaching Staff

The Sacramento Kings have reportedly reached a deal with former Sixth Man of the Year Bobby Jackson.

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Jan 23, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) fouls Denver Nuggets forward Peyton Watson (8) in the second half at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Kings Land Defensive Specialist in NBA Trade Idea with Nuggets

The Sacramento Kings could acquire some defensive talent this offseason in a trade with the Denver Nuggets.

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Mar 21, 2025; Raleigh, NC, USA;  Oklahoma Sooners guard Jeremiah Fears (0) drives to the basket during the first half against the Oklahoma Sooners at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images
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Kings Surprisingly Meet With Top-10 NBA Draft Prospect

The Sacramento Kings unexpectedly met with highly-touted NBA draft prospect Jeremiah Fears.

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Feb 6, 2025; Portland, Oregon, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray (13) dribbles the ball on a fast break during the second half against Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9) at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images
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Sacramento Kings End-of-Season Report Card: Keegan Murray

The Sacramento Kings' Keegan Murray continued to excel in his third year, albeit in a different way than expected.

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Mar 13, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Mike Woodson in the first half against the Oregon Ducks at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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Veteran Coach Mike Woodson Joins Kings Staff

The Sacramento Kings continue to announce changes to their front office and coaching staff with the addition of Mike Woodson

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