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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (thumb) to undergo surgery
Sun, Oct 12, 2025, 9:11 AM
Marc J. Spears
Keegan Murray (thumb) will undergo surgery and miss four to six weeks.
Analysis: Murray injured his left thumb during the first half of Friday's exhibition defeat. Further examination of the injury revealed a torn ulnar collateral ligament that will require surgery. He'll miss at least four weeks, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. While this will push Murray down some draft boards, Malik Monk, Keon Ellis and rookie Nique Clifford will be worth a look in many leagues. Clifford has been used at all three perimeter positions during the preseason, and Clifford's defensive ability could mesh well with the Kings' starting lineup if given the opportunity to start. Monk remained a starter last season after the Kings traded De'Aaron Fox to the Spurs. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray (thumb) exits due to injury
Sat, Oct 11, 2025, 5:57 AM
Sacramento Bee
Keegan Murray (thumb) did not play in the second half of Friday's exhibition loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: Murray played 16 first-half minutes in Friday's 124-123 defeat before suffering a left thumb injury late in the second quarter. The Kings would announce at the half that he would not return, with Murray recording a stat line of nine points (4-of-7 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, one assist and one steal. Rookie Nique Clifford's playing time increased due to the injury, with the guard logging 26 minutes off the bench. If Murray were to be in a situation where he is not ready for the start of the regular season, Clifford may be the player whose fantasy value receives a boost. |
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Dario Saric Dario Å ari? knocks down four triples, scores 14
Fri, Oct 10, 2025, 7:29 PM
Dario Å ari? finished Friday's loss to the Trail Blazers with 14 points (4-of-5 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs) and four three-pointers.
Analysis: With Jonas Valan?i?nas now in Denver as part of the trade that sent Å ari? to Sacramento and Trey Lyles now at Real Madrid, the Kings have an opening to fill behind starting center Domantas Sabonis. Drew Eubanks (11/3/0/1) and rookie Maxime Raynaud (2/5/4) are also competing for the opportunity, but Å ari? can offer a different dimension with his three-point shooting. He made all four attempts on Friday, but the downside is that he provided no value outside of points and triples. There's no need to draft any of the Kings competing for the backup center role in redraft leagues, although Reynaud is worth selecting in dynasty leagues. |
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Zach LaVine Zach LaVine hits five triples, scores 19 points
Fri, Oct 10, 2025, 7:25 PM
Zach LaVine accumulated 19 points (7-of-11 FGs), four rebounds, two assists, one steal and five three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Trail Blazers.
Analysis: After scoring 16 points in 15 minutes in Wednesday's preseason opener, LaVine put forth another solid effort on Friday. Through two games, he's scored 35 points while shooting 12-of-18 from the field, a clear sign that LaVine is ready for the regular season. He's hovered around the top 50 in recent seasons, and there's little reason to expect that to change in 2025-26. He'll be a relatively safe middle-round option in standard league drafts. |
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Keegan Murray Keegan Murray records five âstocks' Wednesday
Wed, Oct 8, 2025, 7:03 PM
Keegan Murray finished Wednesday's loss to the Raptors with six points (2-of-9 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, one steal and four blocked shots.
Analysis: Despite his scoring average decreasing by nearly three points per game last season, Murray still managed to provide top-100 fantasy value. Rebounding had much to do with his fantasy value remaining solid, as the Kings forward averaged a career-high 6.7 boards per game. Murray didn't rebound much in Sacramento's preseason opener, but he did offer excellent defensive stats, notably blocking four shots. That's a number he's reached just once in his first three seasons, April 7, 2024, against the Nets. Murray's ability to remain a top-100 player will depend on what he can do defensively, as once again, he stands no higher than fourth in the offensive pecking order. |
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Dennis Schroder Dennis Schröder grabs six rebounds vs. Toronto
Wed, Oct 8, 2025, 7:03 PM
Dennis Schroder finished Wednesday's loss to the Raptors with five points (1-of-5 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), six rebounds and one assist.
Analysis: Schroder made his unofficial Kings debut Wednesday night, playing 24 minutes. While the veteran point guard did tie for the team lead in rebounds, he only recorded one assist. Schroder was a valuable rotation piece for the Pistons to end last season, but that did not translate into reliable fantasy value. Getting to start in Sacramento may raise his ceiling, but that isn't guaranteed, especially with Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis needing their touches. |
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Domantas Sabonis Domantas Sabonis scores 19 in preseason opener
Wed, Oct 8, 2025, 7:02 PM
Domantas Sabonis tallied 19 points (7-of-10 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and two blocks in Wednesday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: Sabonis led the Kings in scoring Wednesday night, shooting 70 percent from the field in 23 minutes of action. However, the production in the other categories was limited. There isn't much to worry about after one preseason game. Still, the Kings' center's production took a hit after last February's trade deadline, with Sacramento moving De'Aaron Fox and acquiring Zach LaVine in a three-team deal. The point guard issue has been addressed via the addition of Dennis Schröder, but Sabonis remains part of an offense that includes two ball-dominant wings in Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan. While an effective fantasy option, Sabonis should not have a first-round ADP due to the Kings' roster. |
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Dennis Schroder Schröder records 16 points, 12 assists vs. Türkiye
Sun, Sep 14, 2025, 10:25 AM
Dennis Schröder finished Sunday's EuroBasket final win over Türkiye with 16 points (5-of-11 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, 12 assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Schröder did not have his best day overall, as the German point guard was responsible for six turnovers. However, he came up huge when his team needed him most, leading Germany to its second EuroBasket title and earning tournament MVP honors. Schröder scored his team's final six points, including two free throws with eight seconds remaining that gave Germany an 88-83 lead. That's how the game would end, and Schröder has helped lead Germany on a historic run for the national team. Over the last three FIBA tournaments, Germany has gone 21-2, winning the FIBA World Cup in 2023 and this summer's EuroBasket. |
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Dennis Schroder Schröder posts 26/5/12 line as Germany advances
Fri, Sep 12, 2025, 6:01 AM
Dennis Schröder finished Friday's EuroBasket semifinal victory over Finland with 26 points (6-of-15 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, 12 assists and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Germany is one win away from its second men's EuroBasket title and first since 1993, as Schröder led the way in their 98-86 victory over Finland. The Sacramento Kings guard has scored 20 points or more in five of the eight games played, and Friday's effort was also his first double-double. Schröder, who entered the semifinals shooting 30.6 percent from beyond the arc, made four of his nine attempts against Finland. Next up for Germany will be either Greece or Türkiye in Sunday's final. |
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Dennis Schroder Dennis Schröder tallies 20 points, seven assists
Wed, Sep 10, 2025, 10:23 AM
Dennis Schröder finished Germany's win over Slovenia on Wednesday with 20 points (6-of-20 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, seven assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Schröder struggled with his shot Wednesday afternoon, making just one of nine three-point attempts. However, thanks to his teammates, Germany managed to rally and advance to Friday's EuroBasket semifinals, where Finland awaits. Five Germans finished the 99-91 victory in double figures, including guards Maodo Lô (11 points, three rebounds and two three-pointers) and Andreas Obst (10/3/1 with three three-pointers). Those two were critical as Germany outscored Slovenia 13-3 to begin the fourth quarter, with the latter scoring eight points in the final frame. Given how well he's played throughout the tournament, Schröder is undoubtedly capable of bouncing back on Friday. |
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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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