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Precious Achiuwa Precious Achiuwa (ankle) posts double-double
Tue, Oct 13, 2026, 6:52 PM
Brenden Nunes
Precious Achiuwa (ankle) recorded a double-double on Tuesday with 12 points (5-of-15 FGs), 11 rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in a 110-98 loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: The Kings just can't keep a backup big healthy. Maxime Raynaud (knee) and Dylan Cardwell (calf) are both set to miss time, so Achiuwa got the start with Domantas Sabonis getting the night off. Achiuwa exited early with a right ankle injury after having a productive night. If he is also forced to miss the start of the season, Jonathan Mogbo would be next in line to back up Sabonis. |
Ben Simmons Spears: Ben Simmons expected to be a starter
Mon, Oct 12, 2026, 2:22 PM
Andscape
Andscape's Marc J. Spears reports that Ben Simmons is expected to remain in the starting lineup when the Kings open the regular season.
Analysis: After sitting out the entire 2025-26 season, Simmons started and played nine minutes in his unofficial debut for the Kings on Saturday against the Warriors. At the time of his signing, reports said the veteran guard/forward was expected to back up rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr., but the Kings appear to have a different plan. Simmons, whose minutes will be increased in Sacramento's final two preseason games, is expected to remain a starter. That likely pushes Precious Achiuwa to the bench, with Zach LaVine, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis rounding out the starting five. Despite Monday's report, fantasy managers should still wait until the later rounds of drafts to select Simmons. |
Keegan Murray Keegan Murray logs eight minutes vs. Warriors
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 5:08 PM
Keegan Murray notched five points (2-of-3 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs) in Saturday's exhibition against the Warriors.
Analysis: With injuries limiting him to 23 games, Murray's 2025-26 season was a lost one. He made his first appearance of the preseason on Saturday, logging eight minutes in the first quarter before being shut down. Murray's return pushed De'Andre Hunter (four points, three rebounds and one assist) to the bench, and that's likely to be the small-forward rotation once the regular season begins. As long as he's healthy, Murray can be a valuable fantasy option. Another key for him beyond staying healthy is establishing a connection with rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. |
Xavier Cooks Darius Acuff Jr. drops 25 points, eight assists
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 5:08 PM
Darius Acuff Jr. amassed 25 points (8-of-15 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, eight assists and four three-pointers in Saturday's exhibition against the Warriors.
Analysis: After struggling in Thursday's exhibition against the Lakers, Acuff was considerably better on Saturday. The lottery pick shot over 50 percent from the field and recorded a game-high eight assists. Even though it was just a preseason game, Acuff's performance was encouraging, whether you're a Kings fan or a fantasy manager considering drafting him in the later rounds of 12-team drafts. |
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Ben Simmons Ben Simmons plays nine minutes vs. Golden State
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 5:07 PM
Ben Simmons finished Saturday's exhibition against the Warriors with seven points (2-of-4 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs) and one assist.
Analysis: Saturday's exhibition was Simmons' first game action since Game 5 of the Clippers' first-round series against the Nuggets in 2025. He started against the Warriors, played nine minutes in the first quarter, then was shut down for the night. Simmons can be a viable option in 12-team leagues, but fantasy managers should temper their expectations early on. He started against the Warriors, but that was because Domantas Sabonis didn't play. Once the games count, Simmons is likely to come off the bench. |
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Ben Simmons Ben Simmons to make Kings debut Saturday
Sat, Oct 10, 2026, 12:56 PM
Marc J. Spears
Ben Simmons will make his debut with the Kings on Saturday against the Warriors.
Analysis: After sitting out the entire 2025-26 season, Simmons agreed to a one-year deal with the Kings in early September. The hope is that he can handle the backup playmaker responsibilities as rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. gets acclimated to the NBA. Simmons doesn't offer much as a scorer, but if he's healthy, he could be a waiver-wire pickup worth considering in deep leagues. |
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Precious Achiuwa Precious Achiuwa scores efficient 18 points
Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 7:23 PM
Precious Achiuwa amassed 18 points (9-of-13 FGs), five rebounds, three assists and one steal in Thursday's exhibition against the Lakers.
Analysis: After attempting just two shots in the Kings' first meeting with the Lakers this preseason, Achiuwa was far more active on Thursday. Only Darius Acuff Jr. among the Kings' starters took more shots, and Achiuwa shot well over 50 percent from the field. His viability as a fantasy option this season depends in part on Keegan Murray's health, as he hasn't played in either of Sacramento's first two preseason games. While a healthy Murray would likely push De'Andre Hunter to the bench, his presence in the lineup could also mean fewer shots for Achiuwa. |
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Xavier Cooks Darius Acuff Jr. scores 12 points vs. Lakers
Thu, Oct 8, 2026, 7:22 PM
Darius Acuff Jr. finished Thursday's exhibition against the Lakers with 12 points (4-of-15 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), one assist, two steals, one block and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Outside of a solid finish to the first half, Acuff struggled mightily on Thursday. The rookie point guard missed his first nine field-goal attempts, and he finished with more turnovers (three) than assists (one). Reading too much into two preseason appearances would be foolish, but those who roster Acuff will need to exercise patience. |
De'Andre Hunter De'Andre Hunter (eye) starts, plays 13 minutes
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 6:51 PM
De'Andre Hunter (eye) accounted for three points (3-of-3 FTs) in Monday's exhibition against the Lakers.
Analysis: Hunter, whose 2025-26 season ended in February due to an eye injury that required surgery, was in the starting lineup on Monday. The Kings did not have Keegan Murray, so fantasy managers should not read too much into that. What they should read into when evaluating Hunter is that he did not have an official shot from the field, with his points coming via a three-shot foul. And there was no rebounding or defensive production to speak of. Hunter has rarely offered reliable fantasy value as a pro, making him challenging to trust in drafts. |
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Xavier Cooks Darius Acuff Jr. posts 19 points, four assists
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 6:45 PM
Darius Acuff Jr. recorded 19 points (8-of-17 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's exhibition against the Lakers.
Analysis: As expected, Acuff started at point guard in the Kings' preseason opener. The lottery pick out of Arkansas led the team in shot attempts, which was unsurprising since he logged 27 minutes and no other starter played more than 15. Acuff shot reasonably well from the field overall, but he went 1-of-4 from beyond the arc and finished with more turnovers (five) than assists (four). Efficiency can be an issue for rookie point guards, but it seems clear Acuff will be given every opportunity to work through those struggles. |
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Ben Simmons Ben Simmons to debut Thursday or Saturday
Mon, Oct 5, 2026, 12:19 PM
Marc J. Spears
NBA writer Marc J. Spears reports that Ben Simmons will make his Kings preseason debut Thursday against the Lakers or Saturday against the Warriors.
Analysis: Spears notes that Simmons has had a strong training camp, but the Kings organization wants him to ramp up cautiously. Currently going outside the Top 200 in fantasy drafts, Simmons is an upside, late-round selection. |
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Ben Simmons Spears: Kings, Ben Simmons agree to one-year deal
Fri, Sep 4, 2026, 3:52 AM
Marc J. Spears
ESPN's Marc Spears reports that the Kings and Ben Simmons have agreed to a one-year, $3.5 million deal.
Analysis: The first overall pick in the 2016 draft, Simmons is back in the NBA after sitting out the entire 2025-26 season. In his most recent action, the 6-foot-10 point forward appeared in 51 games during the 2024-25 season for the Nets and Clippers. In those appearances, Simmons averaged 5.0 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.6 assists in 22.0 minutes per game. While he's had his moments as an effective fantasy option in the past, despite his limited scoring ability, fantasy managers should not expect too much from Simmons in Sacramento. However, keep an eye on him during the preseason to see if Simmons can earn a consistent role. |
Russell Westbrook Fischer: SAC considering adding Westbrook, Oladipo
Tue, Aug 4, 2026, 4:32 AM
Jake Fischer
NBA Insider Jake Fischer reports the Kings are considering re-signing Russell Westbrook and adding Victor Oladipo.
Analysis: The report indicates the Kings are interested in adding a veteran mentor for Darius Acuff Jr., who they just selected with the 7th overall pick. Westbrook and Oladipo have experienced a lot during their NBA careers, so either would be a good locker room presence for Acuff to have around. However, with Acuff as the priority, neither would likely play enough to make much of an impact in fantasy basketball. |
Zach LaVine Report: Kings not interested in waiving LaVine
Sun, Aug 2, 2026, 7:43 AM
Locked on Kings
According to Locked on Kings' James Ham, the Kings are not interested in exercising the waive-and-stretch provision on Zach LaVine.
Analysis: In an unsurprising move, LaVine exercised his player option for the 2026-27 season, as he is set to make just over $49 million. Given the youth of Sacramento's roster, the veteran guard's role for next season is unknown. What is reportedly known is that the front office is not willing to put its long-term financial future at risk by waiving LaVine and stretching his contract. The contract makes LaVine a challenging player to move, which would not have been the case had he not picked up the player option. When at his best, LaVine can offer middle-round value in standard fantasy leagues. However, due to the Kings' current position as a rebuilding team and LaVine coming off a season in which he played 39 games, his draft value may be knocked down a few rounds. |
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Xavier Cooks Emanuel Sharp drains six triples, scores 23 points
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 2:29 PM
Emanuel Sharp accounted for 23 points (7-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, four steals, one block and six three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Nets.
Analysis: Between the California Classic and Las Vegas, Sharp has delivered some quality performances for the Kings. Despite the 32-point defeat, the second-round pick's performance was a bright spot, as he shot 6-of-11 from beyond the arc. While Alex Karaban (four points, five rebounds, two assists and one steal) has largely struggled since returning from a sprained ankle, Sharp has looked comfortable on both ends of the floor. Given his experience and shooting ability, it would be unsurprising if Sharp cracked the Kings' rotation as a rookie. |
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Xavier Cooks Darius Acuff Jr. finishes defeat with game-high 26
Tue, Jul 14, 2026, 2:25 PM
Darius Acuff Jr. amassed 26 points (9-of-18 FGs, 4-of-6 FTs), five assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Nets.
Analysis: Acuff had a good afternoon in Las Vegas, but he did not have much help in a game the Kings lost by 32 points. The seventh overall pick in last month's draft, Acuff shot the ball well against the Nets but finished with as many turnovers as assists (five). Given who he has shared the court with in Las Vegas, Acuff is likely to benefit from the Kings' veterans being on the floor when the regular season kicks off. Efficiency can be an issue for rookie point guards, but the opportunity makes Acuff one of the top fantasy rookies in this class. |
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Russell Westbrook Report: Heat 'team to watch' for Russell Westbrook
Sun, Jul 12, 2026, 10:52 AM
Stefan Bondy
Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reports Russell Westbrook is a candidate to join the Heat if LeBron James does not sign with Miami.
Analysis: Westbrook, 37, is an obvious fit for the Heat in the wake of the trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. He still has something left in the tank and would come cheap, which is a necessity for Miami at this point. Of course, Westbrook is out of the picture if LeBron decides to join Giannis in Miami. James is yet to make a decision in free agency and is reportedly also considering Cleveland, Golden State and Philadelphia. |
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Xavier Cooks Emanuel Sharp scores 21 points, swipes four steals
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:29 PM
Emanuel Sharp finished with 21 points (4-of-10 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), two rebounds, four steals and three three-pointers against the Clippers on Thursday.
Analysis: Sharp was productive during the California Classic, and he brought that with him to Las Vegas. He led the Kings in scoring, with most of that coming at the free throw line. He's showcased a knack for swiping steals and knocking down triples. Both of those will play well in fantasy hoops. Among second-round picks, Sharp has been one of the most enticing in this class and could end up carving out a role early on. |
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Xavier Cooks Alex Karaban held scoreless in summer league debut
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:28 PM
Alex Karaban finished with two rebounds, one assist and one block against the Clippers on Thursday.
Analysis: Karaban didn't play in the California Classic because of an ankle injury, so this was his first summer league game. It's safe to say that it was a disappointing start to his Kings tenure. He missed all six of his shot attempts, including all four of his three-pointers. He's an experienced player that should be much better than he was in this game, especially since he likely wasn't 100 percent healthy. |
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Xavier Cooks Darius Acuff Jr. posts 19/3/7/2/1 line vs. LAC
Thu, Jul 9, 2026, 7:26 PM
Darius Acuff Jr. contributed 19 points (6-of-20 FGs), three rebounds, seven assists, two steals, one block and three three-pointers in a 91-85 win over the Clippers on Thursday.
Analysis: Acuff once again carried the offensive load for Sacramento, though he was once again inefficient as a scorer. He did more as a playmaker, matching his assist total from his two previous games in this one alone. He also contributed some defensive stats and had some solid moments on that end of the floor. However, Acuff has shot below 40 percent from the floor in all three of his summer league appearances. He's an immensely talented offensive player, but his fantasy impact will be limited by his field goal percentage, especially early in his career. |
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