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Dennis Schroder Dennis Schroder scores game-high 26 points
Sat, Aug 30, 2025, 6:13 AM
Dennis Schroder led Germany with 26 points (9-of-18 FGs), three rebounds, six assists, four steals and five three-pointers in a 107-88 win over Lithuania on Saturday.
Analysis: Schroder is averaging 23.3 points through the first two games of EuroBasket, which has helped Germany start the tournament 3-0. He'll continue to run the offense as Germany looks to replicate their success from the FIBA World Cup in 2023 during this tournament, with their next game coming against Great Britain on Monday. |
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Dennis Schroder Dennis Schroder leads the way in blowout win
Fri, Aug 29, 2025, 6:15 AM
Dennis Schroder finished with 23 points, three rebounds, seven assists and three triples across 26 minutes in Germany's 105-83 win over Sweden on Friday.
Analysis: Schroder dropped 21 points on Wednesday against Montenegro, and he's shining for Germany yet again in FIBA action. Expect him to continue operating as Germany's go-to option on offense throughout Eurobasket 2025. |
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Dennis Schroder Schroder finishes with 21 points vs. Montenegro
Wed, Aug 27, 2025, 5:36 AM
Dennis Schroder finished with 21 points (7-of-13 FGs), two rebounds and four assists against Montenegro on Wednesday.
Analysis: Schroder always steps up his performance when playing internationally, which helped Germany win the FIBA World Cup in 2023. He's off to a strong start this summer after he signed a three-year deal with the Kings in July, and he'll look to carry this success into a starting role with Sacramento this upcoming season. |
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Doug McDermott Doug McDermott returns to Kings on one-year deal
Mon, Jul 21, 2025, 9:18 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports SF Doug McDermott has agreed to a one-year, $3.6 million deal to return to the Kings.
Analysis: McDermott will return to the Kings for a second straight season after playing 8.1 minutes per game across 42 appearances last year. He will likely be a veteran depth piece once again this upcoming season. |
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Drew Eubanks Shams: Eubanks to join SAC after clearing waivers
Tue, Jul 1, 2025, 11:12 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Drew Eubanks will sign a one-year deal with the Kings after he clears waivers.
Analysis: With the Clippers having agreed to a deal with Brook Lopez on Monday, there was not going to be room for Eubanks in the team's rotation for next season. As a result, he'll be waived, and the 6-foot-10 center has already found his next home. According to Charania, Eubanks will sign a one-year deal with the Kings after he clears waivers. Sacramento traded Jonas Valan?i?nas to the Nuggets for Dario Å ari? earlier Tuesday, so there will be opportunities for Eubanks as Domantas Sabonis' backup. However, that isn't enough to make him viable in fantasy basketball. |
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Dennis Schroder Shams: Kings sign Dennis Schroder to three-yr deal
Tue, Jul 1, 2025, 6:44 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Dennis Schroder has agreed to a three-year, $45 million deal with the Kings.
Analysis: Schroder proved he could handle a variety of situations last year as he was traded multiple times appearing in games for the Nets, Warriors and Pistons. The 31-year-old point guard parlayed a strong finish through the first round of the NBA playoffs with the Pistons into a three-year deal with the Kings. Schroder figures to run the offense and start at point guard ahead of Malik Monk and Keon Ellis. His fantasy value definitely sees a boost with the move to the Kings, where he'll play alongside Zach LaVine and Domantas Sabonis. |
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Dario Saric Shams: Kings get Dario Saric in trade with Nuggets
Tue, Jul 1, 2025, 6:10 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports the Kings have acquired C Dario Saric from the Nuggets in exchange for C Jonas Valanciunas.
Analysis: The Kings are acquiring Saric in a money-saving move. Sacramento was able to save $5 million by swapping Valanciunas with Saric. The Kings have been heavily linked to guard Dennis Schroder since the beginning of free agency and this move will allow them to use the full $14.1 million mid-level exception on him while remaining under the luxury tax line. Saric will be joining his fifth different team in four years with the Kings. The 31-year-old reserve big man appeared in just 16 games for the Nuggets last year and has no fantasy value. |
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Dennis Schroder Report: Dennis Schroder to sign with Kings
Mon, Jun 30, 2025, 1:19 PM
Fred Katz
Fred Katz of the Athletic reports G Dennis Schroder will agree to sign with the Kings.
Analysis: NBA Insider Marc Stein reported last week the Kings were one of the favorites to sign Schroder. Now it appears they've made it happen. The 31-year-old point guard was traded multiple times last season, appearing in games for the Nets, Warriors and Pistons. Schroder has proven he can be a solid player in a variety of situations. The Kings might offer the best one for him and his fantasy value as he could run the offense and start ahead of Malik Monk and Keon Ellis. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray drops nine points, complete line
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 7:20 PM
Keegan Murray recorded nine points (3-of-9 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, two assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers in 36 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: Murray recorded a complete stat line on Wednesday, but the impact was muted. That was a fitting end to the season for the Kings forward, whose fantasy value took a significant hit. The signing of DeMar DeRozan during free agency did Murray no favors, and that was also true for the addition of Zach LaVine just before the trade deadline. While he did approach his Yahoo! ADP (87) in nine-cat formats, Murray failed to crack the top-100 in eight-cat. Murray is extension eligible this summer, but the Kings have many questions to answer, including who the head coach will be and the future of lead executive Monte McNair. How that impacts Murray remains to be seen, but he's worth selecting with a top-100 pick in drafts. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis caps season with 11/13/5/2 line
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 7:12 PM
Domantas Sabonis tallied 11 points (5-of-13 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), 13 rebounds, five assists and two steals in 37 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks.
Analysis: It's fitting that Sabonis would finish his season with a double-double, as he recorded 61 during the regular season. However, his impact was limited, with Anthony Davis, Dereck Lively II and Daniel Gafford combining to control the paint for most of Wednesday's play-in tournament matchup. Regarding fantasy value, Sabonis was a top-25 player in eight- and nine-cat formats for the season. However, his value took a significant hit after the trade deadline, with the De'Aaron Fox deal leaving the Kings with two high-scoring wings (Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan) and no legitimate point guard. How Sacramento addresses that decision during the offseason will impact Sabonis' fantasy value in 2025-26. |
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DeMar DeRozan DeMar DeRozan leads Kings with 33 points in loss
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 7:00 PM
DeMar DeRozan shot 13-of-28 from the field and 5-of-6 from the foul line in Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks, tallying 33 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals and two three-pointers in 43 minutes.
Analysis: DeRozan went out firing on Wednesday, shooting just under 50 percent from the field and finishing a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Like other key Kings players, his fantasy value took a hit after De'Aaron Fox was traded to San Antonio. The lack of a point guard who can set up others consistently proved problematic for the Kings, who now have some significant decisions to make this offseason. DeRozan can approach top-50 fantasy value, but the task gets much easier when on the court with a legitimate lead guard. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine tallies 20 points, nine assists
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 6:54 PM
Zach LaVine logged 44 minutes in Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks, tallying 20 points (8-of-19 FGs), three rebounds, nine assists and four three-pointers.
Analysis: LaVine led the Kings in assists on Wednesday, but inefficient play was an issue in the play-in tournament defeat. The turnover count was worse than the field goal percentage as LaVine committed five. After being traded to the Kings, the veteran guard was an eighth-round player in nine-cat formats and a fifth-round player in eight-cat. While reuniting with DeMar DeRozan gave the Kings two high-scoring wings to pair with center Domantas Sabonis, the lack of a legitimate point guard was an issue. LaVine can approach top-50 value, but the task became more difficult when he was traded, which is a limitation that could roll over into next season, barring roster changes. |
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Keon Ellis Keon Ellis limited to 18 minutes vs. Dallas
Wed, Apr 16, 2025, 6:50 PM
Keon Ellis shot 3-of-4 from the field and 1-of-1 from the foul line in Wednesday's loss to the Mavericks, scoring nine points with one rebound, one assist and two three-pointers in 18 minutes.
Analysis: Ellis' 2024-25 season ended with a whimper as he provided limited value as the Kings' fifth starter. He played 80 games this season, providing slightly higher fantasy value in his 28 starts. In those outings, Ellis averaged 9.8 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 2.1 steals, 0.9 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers in 31.1 minutes. Regarding playing time, he benefited from the decision to trade De'Aaron Fox. However, Sacramento must address the point guard position this offseason, which would limit Ellis' fantasy value in 2025-26. |
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Jake LaRavia Jake LaRavia (thumb) out Wednesday vs. Dallas
Tue, Apr 15, 2025, 1:41 PM
NBA Injury Report
Jake LaRavia (thumb) is out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Analysis: LaRavia has been out since March 25 with an incomplete scaphoid fracture of his left thumb, and he will not be available for Wednesday's Play-In tournament game. Trey Lyles's playing time has increased substantially, and that should remain the case against the Mavericks. The Kings will be without two crucial reserves, as Malik Monk (calf) is also out. |
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Jonas Valanciunas Jonas Valanciunas posts 22/10/4 line vs. Phoenix
Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 11:45 AM
Jonas Valanciunas amassed 22 points (10-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), 10 rebounds and four assists in 21 minutes in Sunday's win over the Suns.
Analysis: Sacramento's centers dominated on Sunday, with Valanciunas providing his first 20-point double-double since joining the team. Playing behind Domantas Sabonis limits JV's fantasy ceiling considerably, but he's shown the ability to remain valuable on multiple occasions. Next up for Sacramento is a play-in tournament game on Wednesday against the Mavericks, and they'll have home-court advantage. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis records 20/12/6/3 line vs. PHO
Sun, Apr 13, 2025, 11:45 AM
Domantas Sabonis logged 24 minutes in Sunday's win over the Suns, finishing with 20 points (8-of-10 FGs), 12 rebounds, six assists, three steals and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Sabonis may not be entering a three-point contest anytime soon, but he was elite against the Suns. The Kings center made all four attempts from beyond the arc on Sunday, adding bonus value to a solid overall stat line. Sacramento's victory secured the ninth seed in the West, so they will host Dallas in a play-in tournament game on Wednesday. The Kings need to win two to reach the playoffs, and they'll need an elite Sabonis to get the job done. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis finishes with 19/16/5 line
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 6:41 PM
Domantas Sabonis recorded a double-double on Friday with 19 points (8-of-15 FGs), 16 rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer against the Clippers.
Analysis: Per usual, Sabonis was able to contribute a double-double in this game. He was able to record one before halftime as he entered the break with 10 points and 11 rebounds. Sabonis has played well recently, and after missing nine games in March (and exiting early from two others), it has been nice for him to be back out on the floor. Sacramento will wrap up the regular season against the Suns on Sunday. They have the same record as Dallas, who they will face in the Play-In Tournament. Who hosts the game will depend on how Sunday's game goes, so managers should expect Sabonis to play a large role. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine contributes 26/4/4 line vs. Clippers
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 6:36 PM
Zach LaVine led the Kings with 26 points (9-of-23 FGs), four rebounds, five assists and four three-pointers in a 101-100 loss to the Clippers on Friday.
Analysis: It was a rough first half for LaVine, but he was able to figure things out after the break. He scored 18 of his 26 points in the second half and 13 points in the final six minutes of the game. The ball didn't go to him when the Kings had a chance to win it with two seconds left, which resulted in a loss that confirms they will finish the year with a losing record. They also now have the same record as the Mavericks and will need to beat the Suns on Sunday in order to host their Play-In matchup with Dallas next week. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (back) available vs. Clippers Friday
Fri, Apr 11, 2025, 9:18 AM
Keegan Murray (back) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Murray is back after missing three games with a back injury. The Kings forward should bump Trey Lyles back to the bench against the Clippers. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (back) questionable Friday vs. LAC
Thu, Apr 10, 2025, 5:55 PM
NBA Injury Report
Keegan Murray (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Murray has missed Sacramento's last three games with lower back inflammation. Trey Lyles has been his replacement in the starting lineup, most recently scoring 17 points in Wednesday's loss to the Nuggets. The opportunity to start and play heavy minutes makes Lyles worth adding in active fantasy leagues if Murray cannot play on Friday. |
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