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Sacramento Kings rookie Darius Acuff Jr. has already faced Luka Doncic this season and identified the Los Angeles Lakers star as his toughest defensive assignment. The post Darius Acuff Jr. admits Luka Doncic is impossible to guard appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Sacramento Kings have placed a standing contract offer on veteran guard Gabe Vincent as they search for a seasoned backup to steady a 1‑10 roster. Vincent, 30, met with team officials Wednesday and is weighing the deal after previously declining interest from the Knicks and Hawks. A Sacramento native who started with the Stockton Kings and later starred for the Heat in the 2023 Finals, Vincent's recent production dipped to 4.4 points and 1.4 assists per game with a 34.1% three‑point rate. The Kings hope his experience can mentor rookie Darius Acuff Jr. and provide reliable minutes off the bench.
The Sacramento Kings have extended a standing contract offer to veteran guard Gabe Vincent, according to Marc Stein of The Stein Line. Vincent, who turned down a roster spot in New York and an early return to Atlanta, met with Kings officials on Wednesday. The non‑guaranteed deal would add depth behind rookie No. 7 pick Darius Acuff Jr., as Sacramento struggles with a 1‑10 record. Vincent, a Stockton native and former Stockton Kings player, averages 6.7 points, 1.9 assists and 1.5 rebounds over seven seasons and last posted 4.4 PPG in 53 games between the Lakers and Hawks. The offer reflects the team’s need for a reliable defensive backup.
Mason Plumlee discussed his decision to join the Sacramento Kings, while Doug Christie and Domantas Sabonis also commented on what he brings.
NBA free agents who sign standard contracts from Nov. 12 through the Feb. 11 trade deadline will be barred from being dealt for the rest of the 2026‑27 season, due to a three‑month trade restriction. The rule also covers players promoted from two‑way deals, pushing their eligibility to Feb. 12—after the deadline. The only veteran who remains trade‑eligible before the deadline is Mason Plumlee, who signed with the Sacramento Kings on Nov. 11. Two‑way signings face only a 30‑day restriction, so contracts inked by Jan. 11 become trade‑eligible before the deadline. A forthcoming list will detail players with unique eligibility dates.
The Sacramento Kings, sitting 1‑10, may keep interim coach Doug Christie for the season to protect rookie Darius Acuff Jr.'s development. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, the franchise fears Acuff could end up with three different head coaches in his debut year, so they prefer stability despite the losing streak. Acuff, the No. 7 overall pick, is averaging 26.2 points, 7.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds, leading the team offensively. Promoting assistant Mike Woodson isn’t seen as a viable fix, and the Kings will decide whether Christie’s tenure survives as the losses mount.
Domantas Sabonis says he’s 100% healthy despite a significantly reduced offensive role during the Kings’ 1-10 start.
Sacramento Kings’ center Domantas Sabonis declares he’s “100 percent” after being listed questionable with a left‑knee issue before the Orlando Magic game. Despite playing 24 minutes in the 107‑100 loss, he went scoreless, recorded two rebounds and five assists, sparking doubts about his health as the Kings slump to a 1‑10 start. Sabonis emphasized feeling great, highlighted positives, and vowed to improve while the team prepares to host Portland on Friday.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch praises backup forward Trey Lyles for an unexpected competitive spark that’s boosting Minnesota’s bench. Lyles logged nine points, six rebounds and two assists in a 115‑100 win over Utah, and later posted 13 rebounds and three steals against New Orleans, even covering at center for Rudy Gobert. Finch and assistant Pablo Prigioni highlight his smart positioning, rebounding tenacity and ability to space the floor, noting his prior experience in Spain and with the Sacramento Kings. With Anthony Edwards sidelined, Lyles’ fire and versatility provide crucial stability as the Wolves chase a Western Conference push.
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The Sacramento Kings are unlikely to fire head coach Doug Christie despite a 10‑loss start to the 2026‑27 season, according to The Athletic’s Sam Amick. Management wants to avoid rookie Darius Acuff Jr. enduring three different coaches in his first year. Acuff, the seventh‑overall pick, is averaging 26.2 points, 7.3 assists and 3.8 rebounds, highlighted by a 38‑point game on Oct. 31. Christie, hired in 2024‑25, is 23‑70 overall, but the front office prefers stability while the Kings face the Portland Blazers in an NBA Cup matchup Friday.
The development of rookie guard Darius Acuff Jr. is a consideration for the Sacramento Kings as they evaluate their coaching situation, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick.
Sam Amick discusses Doug Christie’s job security, Sacramento’s 1-10 start and how the Kings’ coaching history could affect a future search.
Veteran guard Gabe Vincent has a "standing offer" from the Sacramento Kings, according The Stein Line's Mark Stein.
The Lakers await an update on Austin Reaves after he left a 112-104 win over Milwaukee with a left‑heel injury; X‑rays are negative and an Achilles issue is ruled out. Reaves, averaging 24.7 points, is a strong All‑Star candidate. Luka Doncic and Collin Sexton also reported minor scares, with Doncic shrugging off an ankle twist and Sexton receiving stitches above his eye. Meanwhile, Sandro Mamukelashvili praised his confidence after a 23‑point bench outburst, the Sacramento Kings are in talks with free‑agent guard Gabe Vincent, and Warriors big man Charles Bassey called Marcus Smart’s ejection a “fake toughness” stunt.
Kevin O’Connor sparks controversy by accusing Domantas Sabonis of "quiet quitting" after the Kings' 107-100 loss to the Orlando Magic, where Sabonis logged 24 minutes with zero points, missing two shots and two free throws while contributing two rebounds and five assists. O’Connor questions Sabonis' future, noting his $45.4 M salary this year and $48.6 M next, and suggests a trade may be inevitable. The criticism emerges as rookie Darius Acuff Jr. takes over the offense, firing 22.8 shots per game, and the Kings slump to a 1‑10 record. While some argue the claim is exaggerated, the debate intensifies ahead of Sacramento's matchup with Portland.
The Sacramento Kings are signing veteran center Mason Plumlee, according to ESPN's Shams Charania, giving the 35-year-old another NBA opportunity after a limited 2025-26 season. The post Kings sign Mason Plumlee appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
The Portland Trail Blazers clinched a second straight win over the Oklahoma City Thunder, beating them 118-108 on November 10, 2026. Portland erupted for 49 three‑pointers, scoring 57 points from beyond the arc, while Deni Avdija led the Blazers with 28 points. Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander paced the Thunder with 31. Damian Lillard’s late‑game heroics helped seal the victory, improving Portland’s record to 8‑3. The win sets up a road clash with the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.
The Sacramento Kings, sitting 1-10, add veteran center Mason Plumlee on a short‑term deal and are reportedly in talks with free‑agent guard Gabe Vincent. Plumlee, 36, will back up Domantas Sabonis, Precious Achiuwa and Dylan Cardwell, bringing experience and leadership. Vincent, 30, posted modest numbers with the Lakers (4.8 PPG, 1.3 APG) and Hawks last season and previously averaged 9.4 points, 2.1 rebounds and 2.5 assists with the Miami Heat. With a thin backcourt behind Darius Aüff Jr., Zach LaVine and Malik Monk, Vincent could provide a two‑way spark off the bench. The Kings are also linked to Kevin Porter Jr.
The Sacramento Kings sign veteran center Mason Plumlee to a non‑guaranteed deal, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The 36‑year‑old, who posted 1.6 points and 2.7 rebounds in 8.6 minutes per game last season with the Hornets and Spurs, saw a larger role with the Suns in 2024‑25, averaging 4.5 points and 6.1 rebounds. The move addresses the Kings' big‑man depth issues after a 1‑10 start, injuries to Ben Simmons and rookie Maxime Raynaud, and Precious Achiuwa filling in at power forward.
The Sacramento Kings, reeling from a 1-10 start, sign veteran center Mason Plumlee to bolster a thin frontcourt. The 36‑year‑old, now in his 14th NBA season, becomes the 10th team of his career, having played for the Nets, Blazers, Nuggets, Pistons, Hornets, Clippers, Suns, Spurs and a brief stint with the Thunder. Plumlee, a former Duke first‑round pick, averaged 4.5 points and 6.1 rebounds last season with Phoenix. The move addresses recent depth concerns after Domantas Sabonis missed games with knee soreness, leaving Dylan Cardwell and Precious Achiuwa to guard the paint. The Kings hope Plumlee’s size and experience help snap the skid ahead of Friday’s home game against Portland.
According to ESPN's Shams Charania, the Sacramento Kings have agreed to a deal with free agent center Mason Plumlee.
After going unsigned this offseason, Mason Plumlee has found a new team.
Franz Wagner scored 33 points and the Orlando Magic outlasted the Sacramento Kings 107-100 on Tuesday night at Golden 1 Center, snapping a two-game skid.
Rookie point guard Darius Acuff Jr. scores 29 points and dishes out six assists in Sacramento’s 107-100 loss to Orlando, leaving the Kings stumbling to a 1‑10 start. Acuff admits the skid isn’t “fun,” taking responsibility for his four turnovers and stressing the need for better fourth‑quarter execution. While he averages 26.2 points and 7.3 assists, the team’s 20 turnovers signal growing pains. Sacramento is reportedly eyeing backcourt options like Kevin Porter Jr. and Gabe Vincent as Acuff emphasizes finishing games as a priority.