Eric Sperlazza

Eric Sperlazza

Joined: Mar 11, 2025

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

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles the ball against the Houston Cougars in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center.

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Mar 11, 2026; Charlotte, NC, USA; NC State Wolfpack guard Quadir Copeland (11) reacts in the second half at Spectrum Center.

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Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) warms up before a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament against the UConn Huskies at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Mar 14, 2026; New York, NY, USA; St. John's Red Storm forward Zuby Ejiofor (24) reacts in the closing moments of the second half of the men's Big East Conference Tournament Championship against the Connecticut Huskies at Madison Square Garden.

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Mar 29, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Michigan Wolverines forward Yaxel Lendeborg (23) cuts the net after defeating Tennessee Volunteers in an Elite Eight game of the Midwest Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at United Center.

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The Sacramento Kings do not have to target a guard in the 2026 NBA Draft.

Mar 8, 2026; College Park, Maryland, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) reacts after shooting a three point basket during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Xfinity Center. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

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This draft prospect could be the perfect fit for the Sacramento Kings.

Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) was unfazed after he scored 45 points with 10-for-16 3-point shooting as the Cards roll past NC State 118-77 at the KFC Yum! Center in downtown Louisville February 9, 2026.

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How would Mikel Brown Jr. fit with the Sacramento Kings?

Jan 28, 2026; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Houston Cougars guard Kingston Flemings (4) brings the ball up court during the game at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena.

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Who do the NBA Draft experts have the Sacramento Kings selecting at pick No. 7?

Jun 26, 2024; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Devin Carter walks on stage after being selected in the first round by the Sacramento Kings in the 2024 NBA Draft at Barclays Center.

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The Sacramento Kings' general manager is staying ready ahead of the draft lottery.

Jan 16, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) reacts after a play during the fourth quarter against the Washington Wizards at Golden 1 Center.

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The Sacramento Kings have a dilemma at their center position.

Mar 13, 2026; Nashville, TN, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks guard Darius Acuff Jr. (5) drives to the basket against the Oklahoma Sooners during the first half at Bridgestone Arena.

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Which of these two elite guard prospects would be a better fit for the Sacramento Kings?

Jan 14, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Zach LaVine (8) looks on during the third quarter against the New York Knicks at Golden 1 Center.

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Zach LaVine's agent is reportedly looking for external options as the Sacramento Kings guard sits on a $49 million player option.

Dec 31, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (0) drives to the basket as Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

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The Sacramento Kings have a huge decision in the upcoming 2026 NBA draft, but should they consider moving down to collect assets in a trade?

Mar 7, 2026; Provo, Utah, USA; BYU Cougars forward AJ Dybantsa (3) looks on during the first half against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Marriott Center.

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The Sacramento Kings should have these prospects at the top of their big board ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft.

Apr 12, 2026; Portland, Oregon, USA; Portland Trail Blazers forward Toumani Camara (33) hugs Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter (22) after a game at Moda Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

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The Sacramento Kings fell 110-122 to the Portland Trail Blazers and finish the season 22-60.

Apr 5, 2026; Sacramento, California, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie during the second quarter against the LA Clippers at Golden 1 Center.

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The Sacramento Kings can learn something from both NCAA finalists.