Doug McDermott News, Rumors, Updates - Sacramento Kings

Questionable for Monday McDermott (elbow) is questionable for Monday's game against the Celtics, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact McDermott could be held out of the first leg of this back-to-back set. He's a minimal part of the rotation most nights, however, so this news doesn't carry many fantasy implications.

MARCH 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento faces Orlando, looks for 8th straight home win

Sacramento is looking to extend its seven-game home win streak with a victory against Orlando

FEBRUARY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Sabonis, Kings to visit Edwards, Timberwolves

Minnesota hosts Sacramento in a matchup of Western Conference teams

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Off injury report for Saturday McDermott is not listed on the Kings' injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact McDermott will suit up after missing Wednesday's loss to Philadelphia due to an illness. The 33-year-old appeared in seven outings in January, averaging 3.0 points across 6.9 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sacramento visits Oklahoma City following Gilgeous-Alexander's 52-point game

Oklahoma City takes on the Sacramento Kings after Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 52 points in the Oklahoma City Thunder's 116-109 loss to the Golden State Warriors

JANUARY 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with illness McDermott (illness) is out for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact McDermott was a late addition to Sacramento's injury report with an illness Wednesday, and he won't be available off the bench. The veteran sharpshooter's next shot to take the court for the Kings comes Saturday against the Thunder. McDermott's absence is unlikely to open up a noticeable amount of minutes against Philadelphia.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable McDermott (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact McDermott was a late addition to the injury report. The forward has averaged 6.7 minutes across seven January appearances, however, so his status doesn't carry many fantasy implications.

JANUARY 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in limited run McDermott amassed 15 points (5-7 FG, 5-6 3Pt) over 11 minutes during Thursday's 132-123 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact McDermott led the Kings' second unit in scoring while torching the nets from beyond the arc. The 33-year-old logged his third outing of the season with double-digit points following a DNP via coach's decision in Wednesday's win over Golden State. He'll likely continue struggling to pick up consistent minutes unless injuries arise.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Jokic has 5th straight triple-double to help the Nuggets beat the Kings, 132-123

Nikola Jokic had his fifth straight triple-double before the fourth quarter, finishing with 35 points, 22 rebounds and a season-high 17 assists to help the Denver Nuggets beat the...

JANUARY 24, 2025 • Associated Press

No. 8 Marquette beats Creighton 79-71 to stay unbeaten in Big East play

Kam Jones overcame a slow start to collect 22 points, nine rebounds and five assists as No. 8 Marquette defeated Creighton 79-71 on Friday night to remain unbeaten in Big East comp...

JANUARY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Back in bench role McDermott will come off the bench Thursday night against the Lakers, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.

Impact McDermott entered the starting lineup Monday in place of Keegan Murray (ankle), but the Creighton product will resume his usual role Thursday following Murray's return to play. McDermott is averaging 3.0 points over 4.0 minutes in his last eight appearances off the bench.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 points in starting role McDermott amassed 16 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt) and one rebound across 27 minutes during Monday's 130-129 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact McDermott got the start Monday due to the absence of Keegan Murray (ankle), and the veteran responded with an efficient performance and some much-needed floor spacing. His role in the upcoming games will be determined by Murray's availability, but expect McDermott to experience a slight uptick in minutes and usage rate if Murray remains sidelined.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Murray McDermott will start in Monday's game against the Nuggets, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact With Keegan Murray (ankle) sidelined, McDermott will pick up his third start across 20 regular-season appearances. The 32-year-old forward is coming off a season-best performance in last Sunday's win over Utah, during which he posted 18 points (6-7 FG, 6-7 3Pt) over only eight minutes.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 18 points in blowout McDermott contributed 18 points (6-7 FG, 6-7 3Pt) over eight minutes during Sunday's 141-97 victory over Utah.

Impact The Kings ran away with this game early, allowing McDermott to feast in garbage time as he reached double-digit points for the first time this season. McDermott is usually not in the rotation for the Kings, so this can be chalked up as an outlier performance.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Huerter's 26 points leads Kings in 141-97 blowout over Jazz

Kevin Huerter had 26 points, including six 3-pointers, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Utah Jazz 141-97

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • Associated Press

Back to bench Monday McDermott will come off the bench in Monday's game against the Hawks, Frankie Cartoscelli of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.

Impact Alex Len will enter the starting lineup with McDermott retreating to the second unit. The 32-year-old forward has carved out a decent role with the club this year, and in his last five outings he has averaged 4.4 points and 1.4 rebounds across 14.8 minutes per game (one start).

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Does little in starting role McDermott closed with six points (2-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), one rebound and one steal in 19 minutes during Saturday's 121-117 win over Utah.

Impact The Kings continue to experiment with schemes to absorb DeMar DeRozan's (back) production with mixed results, and McDermott didn't solve the equation. Given Trey Lyles' proficiency as a shot-taker, employing a larger lineup might solve the issue if DeRozan's absence is extended, allowing Keegan Murray to move over to make room for a Lyles/Sabonis combo up front. Given Saturday's results, Murray should return to his customary role, with McDermott possibly headed back to the bench.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Jazz McDermott is in the Kings' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Jazz, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact McDermott will make his second start of the 2024-25 regular season Saturday. His last start took place against the Raptors on Nov. 2, during which he played just 15 minutes and logged four points and one rebound. Over his last four outings, McDermott has averaged 4.0 points and 1.5 rebounds across 13.8 minutes.

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in bench role McDermott isn't starting Monday's game against the Heat, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.

Impact McDermott drew a spot start Saturday against Toronto but failed to do much with the opportunity, totaling four points and one rebound in 15 minutes. Keon Ellis gets the chance to start for Kevin Huerter (illness) Monday evening.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday McDermott is in the Kings' starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of Sportsnet.ca reports.

Impact McDermott will enter the starting five for Kevin Huerter, who is sidelined with an illness. McDermott has seen little playing time was a healthy DNP in two of five regular-season games, but Saturday provides an opportunity for the 2014 first-round pick to earn more minutes in the Kings' rotation.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 14 points in loss McDermott posted 14 points (5-13 FG, 4-11 3Pt) and five rebounds across 25 minutes in Thursday's 113-91 loss to the Clippers.

Impact McDermott's order in the rotation is unclear as the season begins, but he could be the odd man out if Kevin Huerter's play improves from last season. Huerter will already struggle for playing time behind DeMar DeRozan and Keon Ellis, and Malik Monk should should reclaim his role as Sacramento's sixth man. McDermott has a better chance at gaining traction over Monk in the second unit, but the rotation will crystallize further once the regular season gets underway.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Sacramento McDermott inked a one-year pact with the Kings on Wednesday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact McDermott adds another three-point sniper to a Sacramento offense predicated on perimeter handoffs and movement shooting. The 32-year-old was unable to contribute at a relevant level throughout Indiana's playoff run last year, but he has an opportunity to carve out regular-season minutes off the bench if Kevin Huerter (shoulder) -- who is fully cleared but yet to log preseason action -- is eased into gameplay.

OCTOBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creighton will rename its practice facility the McDermott Center in honor of coach and his family

Creighton will rename its basketball practice facility the McDermott Center in honor of coach Greg McDermott and his family

JUNE 3, 2024 • Associated Press

Gets crucial minutes in Game 4 McDermott closed with three points (1-1 FG, 1-1 3Pt), three assists, a rebound and a block over 13 minutes during Monday's 105-102 loss to the Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conf...

Impact McDermott was traded to the Pacers early in February and in 28 games averaged 3.1 points, 0.7 assists and 0.5 rebounds in 9.5 minutes. The 32-year-old is set to become a free agent ahead of the 2024-25 season and has played for seven teams in his 10-year career.

MAY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cracks rotation in victory McDermott supplied zero points (0-1 FG) in three minutes during Friday's 116-103 victory over the Knicks in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

Impact McDermott played three minutes to close the game Friday, at which point the Pacers had the game sealed up. Having played a total of just 19 minutes in the series, it's safe to say that McDermott is not going to play a role in determining the outcome of what has been a fantastic series between two bitter rivals.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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