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Eric Sperlazza

Eric Sperlazza

Joined: Mar 11, 2025

Eric Sperlazza covers the NBA and Sacramento Kings for Sacramento Kings On SI.

Mar 20, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) takes a three-point shot against Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) during the second quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
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Bulls Spoil DeMar DeRozan's Historic Night in Win vs Kings

The Chicago Bulls took down the Sacramento Kings 128-116 on Thursday night.

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Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Surprising Stat Reveals the Kings' Best Three-Man Lineup

The Sacramento Kings have a surprisingly impressive trio in their lineup.

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Mar 17, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) celebrates with guard Zach LaVine (8) after a scoring a basket during the fourth quarter against the Memphis Grizzlies at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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Kings Surprisingly in Top 10 of 'Catch-All' Advanced Metric

The results have been up and down for Sacramento, but the advanced numbers show the Kings might be ready to make some noise in the postseason.

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Jan 29, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie reacts during the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Doug Christie's Strong Statement After Kings vs Grizzlies

Sacramento Kings coach Doug Christie had strong praise for his players after a strong showing against the Memphis Grizzlies.

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Mar 14, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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Domantas Sabonis' Honest Statement After Return From Injury

Amid a four-game losing streak, Domantas Sabonis spoke about the Kings' recent play, his hamstring injury, and what the Kings can do to get back on track.

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Feb 13, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) and Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis (23) talk against the Phoenix Suns in the first half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
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Doug Christie Confirms Starters Amid Proposed Lineup Change

When asked about Malik Monk and Keon Ellis, Doug Christie had a strong answer confirming the starting lineup.

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Mar 11, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; California Golden Bears guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) handles the ball defended by Virginia Tech Hokies guard Brandon Rechsteiner (7) during OT at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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2025 NBA Draft: Son of 3x All-Star's Stock Rising in ACC Tournament

Ex-Sacramento Kings star Peja Stojakovic's son, Andrej, shined in the ACC tournament to raise his draft stock.

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Feb 5, 2025; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) looks on during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images
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Kings Coach Gives Domantas Sabonis Injury Update Before Warriors Game

Sacramento Kings interim head coach Doug Christie gave an update on Domantas Sabonis' injury.

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Nov 19, 2023; Dallas, Texas, USA; The Sacramento Kings bench celebrates after guard Malik Monk (not pictured) makes a three point basket against the Dallas Mavericks during the second half at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images
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Kings Take Chance on International Standout in NBA Mock Draft

The Sacramento Kings could look overseas in the 2025 NBA Draft.

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