Former Sacramento Kings point guard Mike Bibby believes the controversial 2002 Western Conference Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers was rigged, saying the outcome may have altered the trajectory of his NBA career. Appearing on the Nightcap show, Bibby was asked directly whether he thought the seven-game playoff series had been manipulated. “Hell yeah you […]
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The Sacramento Kings are not planning to buy out Zach LaVine’s contract despite renewed speculation surrounding the veteran guard’s future, according to a report from Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee. Instead, Sacramento expects LaVine to report for the 2026-27 season and play out the final year of his contract unless an unlikely trade materializes. […]
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Although Zach LaVine's time in Sacramento seemed to be coming to an end, a twist in the story now indicates that the guard will remain on the Kings' roster.
Kings Zach LaVine picked up his $49 million player option. What happens next is anyone’s guess. The Kings have made no promises to LaVine regarding his role next season, according to James Ham of ESPN 1320, The Kings Beat and Locked On Kings. Ham said Sacramento has been honest with LaVine for months about its […]
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Saturday’s finale at this year’s World Junior Summer Showcase once again featured some Kings-on-Kings action. When it came time for Finland vs. Sweden, that meant a pair of LA’s newly selected prospects from the 2026 NHL Entry Draft would faceoff: Last day of the Summer Showcase.#GoKingsGo prospects Vertti Svensk and Elton Hermansson both draw in […]
It has been four years already since Jalen Brunson signed with the New York Knicks after playing four seasons with the Dallas Mavericks. While Luka Doncic has been with the Los Angeles Lakers for more than a year, former Mavericks head coach Rick Carlisle recalled the potential dominance in the league if the two superstars […]
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The Kings haven’t made any promises to Zach LaVine regarding his role with the team after the two-time All-Star shooting guard exercised his $49MM player option for 2026/27, according to James Ham, who covers Sacramento for ESPN 1320, TheKingsBeat.com, and Locked On Kings. In his latest podcast appearance for Locked On Kings (YouTube link), Ham […]
DeMar DeRozan remains one of the most accomplished free agents available after the Sacramento Kings waived the six-time All-Star, but a scout questioned whether his skill set fits Miami’s new roster built around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo. Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reported Friday that DeRozan could attract interest around the […]
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The Portland Trail Blazers have added a free agent forward to their roster, signing a player who has a championship ring from a small role with the New York Knicks last season. BREAKING: Jeremy Sochan signs a 1-year deal with the Portland Trail Blazers, per @ShamsCharania pic.twitter.com/cw6V7GtYo2 — Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) August 1, 2026 It's a non-guaranteed deal for Jeremy Sochan, per Sean Highkin . Sochan will be with the Blazers in training camp and compete for a roster...
Here is why Klay Thompson would be a perfect low-cost fit next to Luka Doncic if the Lakers create enough space to sign him after a buyout.
The biggest question that, somehow, has not been resolved for the Raptors or Kawhi Leonard.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder currently have three first-round picks in the 2027 NBA Draft, and here is a look at how the class is shaping up.
Colby Jones is no longer a free agent, having signed a one-year contract with Bàsquet Manresa, the Spanish team announced in a press release. After spending three college seasons with Xavier, Jones was selected 34th overall in the 2023 NBA draft. He began his professional career on a standard contract with the Kings, but didn’t […]
San Antonio Spurs free agent addition Tobias Harris has already spent some time working out with his new teammates, including veterans De’Aaron Fox and Harrison Barnes. Victor Wembanyama has taken part in these sessions as well. They’re practices that not only show some of the team’s best players are focused on improving upon a year […]
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The Sacramento Kings are not interested in buying out Zach LaVine, according to James Ham of Locked On Kings. LaVine will make $48.9 million next season in the final year of his contract. The shooting guard picked up his 2026-27 player option on June 29. The Kings acquired LaVine from the Chicago Bulls in February […]
DeMarcus Cousins has Dwight Howard on his list, but not Bill Russell or Wilt Chamberlain.
At this point, I think I’ve seen more coverage of why the Trade Deadline isn’t lit than actual content involving Trade Deadline deals. There are some teams that do need to move guys because there’s just no benefit (not even a Qualifying Offer) to not moving the players on expiring contracts they have, so things […]
After the New York Knicks failed to trade for Yves Missi, the Philadelphia 76ers should pursue him later.
If Zach LaVine does end up getting bought out, he could help change the math for the Miami Heat's first year with Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Keeping it moving here on the rival report here at GSOM, we’re working through the Pacific Divsion to give a shout out to the moribund Kings. Sacramento is still one of the first teams the Warriors have to solve every season. Before we start obsessing over whatever superteam the rest of the league built this […]
When Zach LaVine picked up his $49 million player option in late June, the Kings apparently made one thing clear: Nothing was guaranteed. Speaking on ESPN 1320 Sacramento, Kings insider James Ham said the organization told LaVine it wasn’t promising him a starting job, a certain number of minutes or even a long-term future with […]
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Zach LaVine’s decision to exercise his $48.9 million player option for the 2026-27 season secured his contract with the Sacramento Kings, but it did not secure his long-term place with the franchise. According to Kings insider James Ham, Sacramento has been transparent with the veteran guard that his future remains uncertain as the organization continues […]
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The Conglomeration showed their support for Rebel by partaking in the ALS ice bucket challenge with some help from Michigan’s own Insane Clown Posse (ICP) and Rhino. Rhino, Violent J, and Shaggy 2 Dope dumped the ice on Orange Cassidy, Kyle O’Reilly, & Roderick Strong during Thursday’s episode of Collision. The Conglomeration was nominated to …
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Zach LaVine could join the free agent market, and several teams make a good fit for the NBA veteran.
Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine opted into his $49 million player option in late June, but it doesn't sound as though he's a major part of the team's plans heading into the 2026-27 season.