Kings second-year center Maxime Raynaud suffered what appeared to be a serious right knee injury in Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors. Summary from publisher descriptions · ESPN
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Same story = outlets reporting the same development · Related = other anglesKings general manager Scott Perry says the now-infamous team dinner involving owner Vivek Ranadivé was not what some reports made it out to be. Summary from publisher descriptions · Yardbarker
1 outlet + 1 relatedNBA Notes: Kings, Keegan Murray, Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Lakers
If Keegan Murray has hit his ceiling, that could lead to some important conversations about is future with the Sacramento Kings. Summary from publisher descriptions · A Royal Pain (FanSided)
Yardbarker
Kings feed- Kings C Maxime Raynaud (knee) to be re-evaluated in 2 weeks
Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud suffered a right patellar subluxation in his right knee and will be re-evaluated in approximately two weeks, the team announced Sunday afternoon.
Read at Yardbarker → - NBA Notes: Kings, Keegan Murray, Pelicans, Dejounte Murray, Lakers
Keegan Murray is back on the floor, though his left ankle still requires some management. Murray made his preseason debut Saturday against Golden State after missing Sacramento’s first two games.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kings C Maxime Raynaud exits preseason game with right knee injury
Sacramento Kings center Maxime Raynaud sustained an apparently serious right knee injury in the second quarter of a preseason loss to the host Golden State Warriors on Saturday night in San Francisco.
Read at Yardbarker → - Ben Simmons on NBA return: ‘It felt really good’
Ben Simmons is back on an NBA court. That alone meant something to him.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kings fear Maxime Raynaud could be out ‘for the foreseeable future’
The Kings may have suffered a significant blow Saturday night. Center Maxime Raynaud injured his right knee during Sacramento’s preseason game against Golden State, and there is concern that he could be sidelined “for the foreseeable future,” according to Anthony Slater of ESPN.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kings’ Maxime Raynaud Leaves Court In Wheelchair After Knee Injury
Kings center Maxime Raynaud may have suffered a serious injury to his right knee in Saturday’s preseason game with Golden State, writes Anthony Slater of ESPN.
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- Worrying Scenes in Kings vs. Warriors as Stephen Curry Collision Leaves Maxime Raynaud Needing Wheelchair
The NBA preseason has already handed the Philadelphia 76ers a season-ending injury, with backup center Ariel Hukporti suffering a torn right Achilles tendon.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kings player leaves the court in a wheelchair after a scary incident involving Stephen Curry
A Sacramento Kings player may be facing a long absence after suffering an apparent injury in Saturday’s preseason game against the Golden State Warriors.
Read at Yardbarker → - Sacramento Kings Could Land Jimmy Butler In Risky Trade That Might Be Worth It
A brutal 2025-26 season left the Sacramento Kings sitting on a 22-60 record, the No. 7 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, and zero clear answers about what’s next.
Read at Yardbarker → - Kings’ Scott Perry on Vivek Ranadivé dinner report: ‘There was no roast’
Kings general manager Scott Perry says the now-infamous team dinner involving owner Vivek Ranadivé was not what some reports made it out to be. In fact, Perry was pretty emphatic.
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A Royal Pain (FanSided)
Team blog- Kings latest preseason loss comes with big picture problems for Maxime Raynaud
The Sacramento Kings were hoping to deal with fewer injuries this season, but that doesn't seem to be the case.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Alex Karaban will have to fight for his spot in the Kings' rotation
As the Sacramento Kings' regular season progresses, Alex Karaban is going to have to work to make sure he doesn't get forgotten.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Vivek Ranadive's weird season kickoff demonstrates core Kings' problem
While the Sacramento Kings' Vivek Ranadive makes solid business decisions for the franchise, his involvement with the team leaves a lot to be desired.
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- Kings' Preseason: A tale of two Darius Acuffs
Darius Acuff's first two preseason games for the Sacramento Kings have been a real mixed bag for the rookie point guard.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Some NBA media are winding up the Ben Simmons hype train a little too much
The Sacramento Kings are taking a shot on the returning Ben Simmons, but some media personalities are blowing things way out of proportion.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Keegan Murray has a lot to prove to the Kings this season
If Keegan Murray has hit his ceiling, that could lead to some important conversations about is future with the Sacramento Kings.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Kings' late run against the Lakers highlights the good and the bad
The Sacramento Kings' second-half comeback against the Los Angeles Lakers falls short, showing what's working and what isn't.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Kings still need to work on the main issue that keeps eluding them
The Sacramento Kings are only one game into the preseason and their usual defensive issues are as obvious as the final game of 2025-2026.
Read at A Royal Pain (FanSided) → - Ben Simmons rollout by the Kings is already glacially slow and feels off
The Sacramento Kings are taking their time with Ben Simmons, which seems prudent but could also be indicative of something going on behind the scenes.
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Sactown Sports
Other- Raynaud exits early in Kings preseason loss to Warriors
The Sacramento Kings fell to 0-3 in the preseason after a 111-106 loss in Golden State, but the night’s unfortunate standout moment was Maxime Raynaud going down with an injury. The second-year big man went down grabbing his right knee and was eventually taken off the floor in a…
Read at Sactown Sports → - Brock Purdy embraces hostile Seattle environment ahead of 49ers-Seahawks
Brock Purdy discusses the Seahawks’ defense, his success against the blitz & the 49ers’ unfinished business heading into Sunday’s rivalry game.
Read at Sactown Sports → - Kings kept it close, but fell to Lakers again in preseason
The Sacramento Kings kept it closer this time, but still ultimately fell 114-110 in their second consecutive preseason matchup with the Lakers.
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- Has Scott Perry’s next free agent target been revealed?
Cason Wallace could draw offers above $30 million annually if he reaches restricted free agency. Could Scott Perry & the Kings pursue the guard?
Read at Sactown Sports → - Kyle Shanahan praises Deebo Samuel ahead of 49ers-Seahawks showdown
Kyle Shanahan breaks down the 49ers’ matchup with Seattle, Brock Purdy’s pressure avoidance, Deebo Samuel’s expanded role and Seattle's D.
Read at Sactown Sports → - Sando: 49ers’ sack-free start shows Brock Purdy’s growth
The Athletic’s Mike Sando breaks down the 49ers’ 4-0 start, Brock Purdy’s sack-free streak, Kyle Juszczyk’s impact and much more
Read at Sactown Sports → - 49ers take unblemished record on road vs. Seahawks
While the Seattle Seahawks and Los Angeles Rams battled in the NFC Championship Game last season, the San Francisco 49ers have been the best team in the NFC West so far this season.
Read at Sactown Sports → - High School Showcase: Manteca HC Mark Varnum
Manteca HC Mark Varnum joins the High School Showcase to discuss the Buffaloes’ winning streak, offensive standouts and 100th season.
Read at Sactown Sports → - Tim Plough breaks down UC Davis’ explosive win, BYE week priorities
UC Davis head coach Tim Plough breaks down the Aggies’ 49-38 win over Eastern Washington and the team’s bye-week priorities.
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NBC Sports Bay Area Kings
Local beat coverage- Kings GM Scott Perry responds to reported ‘prolonged roast' at team dinner
SACRAMENTO, CA – JUNE 29: General Manager Scott Perry of the Sacramento Kings talks to the media during a press conference on June 29, 2026 at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using…
Read at NBC Sports Bay Area Kings → - Darius Acuff Jr. fueled by his own competitive fire, low Kings expectations
- Physically, mentally refreshed Ben Simmons excited for fresh start with Kings
The Kings Herald
Team blog- Raynaud Injury Update, Simmons Returns, Acuff Shines
The Sacramento Kings fell to the Golden State Warriors 111-106 Saturday. There were several noteworthy developments in the game, including Ben Simmons making his season debut, Keegan Murray’s debut, a solid performance from Darius Acuff Jr., and a concerning injury to Maxime…
Read at The Kings Herald → - Kings vs. Warriors Preseason Game 3: Ben Simmons Makes His Kings Debut
After two lackluster preseason games against the Lakers, the Kings will have another opportunity to show us what they’re made of tonight against a different but familiar opponent: the Warriors. Who: Sacramento Kings @ Golden State Warriors Where: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA…
Read at The Kings Herald → - Lowe: Kings owner uses team dinner for “prolonged roast” team, staff
Coming off the back of a social media firestorm that took place last week after critical comments by media members were caught on a hot mic during Media Day, Vivek Ranadive has seemingly doubled down and decided that insulting a broad range of Kings players and staff was the…
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- Kings vs. Lakers Preseason Game 2: Let’s Try That Again
The Sacramento Kings are back in preseason action against the Los Angeles Lakers tonight, again. The Kings played the Lakers in their preseason opener on Monday, a 127-103 loss where very little looked encouraging.
Read at The Kings Herald → - Lakers 127, Kings 103: Preseason starts with a thud
Well, that was certainly a game of basketball. The Kings were back in action last night for their first preseason game and subsequently got blown out by Luka Doncic and the Lakers B team.
Read at The Kings Herald → - Kings vs. Lakers Preseason Game 1: KANGZ ARE BACK, BABY!
Sacramento Kings basketball is back tonight at Golden 1 Center, as the Kings are taking on the Los Angeles Lakers at 7 pm. The game is set to be televised on NBA TV, and the Kings will also be streaming it online through Kings+, which you can register for here.
Read at The Kings Herald → - A Pattern Is Emerging Around Darius Acuff Jr.
This week at Sacramento Kings training camp, rookie Darius Acuff Jr. was asked about getting extra shots up at the end of practice. He didn’t offer an elaborate explanation about what a hard worker he is or a long list of things he wants to accomplish in the league.
Read at The Kings Herald → - Jalen Duren Rumors, Training Camp, and Media Day | The Kings Herald Show with Jerry Reynolds
The Kings Herald Show returns with Jerry Reynolds, Will Griffith, and Tony Xypteras to break down some of the biggest (lol) storylines from media day, and preview the upcoming season. If you enjoy The Kings Herald Show, the easiest way to support us is to subscribe, rate, and…
Read at The Kings Herald → - The Kings are back, and somehow that feels more exhausting than exciting.
It’s been almost half a year since the Kings last played actual basketball, and a new season is right around the corner. There’s new young talent in town, players returning from injury, and a fresh slate for everybody involved.
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Around the NBA
From league outlets- Kings centre Raynaud injures patella in right knee, will be reevaluated in about two weeks
- Kings C Maxime Raynaud (knee) to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
Kings second-year center Maxime Raynaud will be reevaluated in two weeks with a patellar subluxation in his right knee.
Read at ESPN → - Kings lose Maxime Raynaud to apparent serious knee injury
Kings second-year center Maxime Raynaud suffered what appeared to be a serious right knee injury in Saturday's preseason game against the Warriors.
Read at ESPN → - Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors: Game Highlights
- What we learned as Yaxel Lendeborg shines again in Warriors' win over Kings
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg put together another sterling performance in Golden State's preseason win over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night.
Read at Yahoo Sports → - How to watch Warriors vs. Kings
Golden State basketball is on the way! Come join our game thread and chat about tonight’s matchup here.
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