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Dennis Schroeder: “But I have to say one thing: with Sacramento, with Christie, it’s extremely difficult right now. I don’t want to build contact there right now, because the situation was extremely difficult, and I think what they said and what they did simply were not—uh, it just wasn’t the same, and that really, well, what does ‘hurt’ mean? I’m in a better situation now. But when someone says something, I’m always a fan of making sure we keep it that way. If I tell someone, ‘Hey, we’re going to do this and this,’ then I don’t suddenly go off to the right, you know? So, you should always keep your word, and unfortunately the Sacramento Kings didn’t do that. And that’s a shame. Of course I’m still grateful that they paid me and that they initially believed in the vision, and yeah, that’s why it’s still extremely difficult. But I think after the season, maybe we can sit down and talk about what bothered me, or rather what the situation was, why it is kind of the way it is now.”
NBA Communications: Sacramento's Russell Westbrook is closing in on the top five on the NBA’s all-time assists list. He needs: • 2 AST to pass Mark Jackson (No. 6) • 3 AST to pass Steve Nash (No. 5) The Kings host the Spurs tonight at 10 PM ET on NBA League Pass.
KeithSmithNBA: Killian Hayes' two-year contract with the Sacramento Kings includes a team option for next season, a league source told @spotrac.com . If Sacramento picks up that option, Hayes' deal then becomes non-guaranteed until the league-wide guarantee date on January 10, 2027.
Precious, I know this has been a season of losing, but at the same time, you’ve really started to build something. Do you feel like this is a spot that you would mind staying at long term?” Precious Achiuwa: “Absolutely. I love Sacramento. The city’s embraced me, the team’s embraced me, the organization—from the front office to my teammates and the coaching staff. I truly, truly love being here, and I would really love to be here. I hope once the offseason comes around, they’ll be willing to have me come back.”
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Sean Cunningham: Kings will be without Malik Monk (right ankle soreness) and Drew Eubanks (left thumb soreness) in LA tonight vs. Clippers. Dylan Cardwell is available for Sacramento.
The loss marked Sacramento’s 50th defeat of the season and extended the Kings’ home losing streak to nine games. During the press conference, Westbrook questioned reporters about their criticism of the team and said much of the commentary lacks proper context. “You guys make a lot of statements and broad statements that you have no context for,” Westbrook said. “Are you in practice? Are you in our film sessions? Are you anywhere around the building?” Westbrook specifically challenged one reporter, asking whether they personally knew him or had insight into what happens behind the scenes with the team. “You don’t know me,” Westbrook said. “You don’t know anything about me.”
Kellan Olson: Devin Booker is not listed on the injury report for tomorrow's Suns game in Sacramento, so he should be good to go. Khaman Maluach (right thumb sprain) is questionable.
Kellan Olson: Jordan Ott said Devin Booker is in a good spot today after playing in 5-on-5 with some other rotation players yesterday. Injury report comes out later today ahead of tomorrow's game in Sacramento.
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Michael Scotto: Cavaliers guard Keon Ellis on free agency: “I think me being in this situation helps everyone. Going into the summer, we’ll see where all the cards end up, but I do think it’s a good situation for both sides. We can both help each other. Who knows what’ll happen in the summer? I definitely think it’s a great situation to be in, coming from Sacramento to here now. I’m definitely excited about it for sure.”
Benjamin Royer: Per Lakers: With his third assist tonight versus Sacramento, LeBron James passed Michael Cooper (3,666) for fifth place in Lakers history. 4. Norm Nixon (3,846) 5. LeBron James (3,667) 6. Michael Cooper (3,666)
Mark Berman: Rockets beat Sacramento 128-97. Alperen Sengun: 26 points, 13 rebounds, 11 assists, 3 blocks, 2 steals. Reed Sheppard: 28 points including 7 threes (career high).