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Kings' rebuild is more about who they keep than who they trade The Sacramento Kings need to make sure they keep the right players during the rebuild as well as trading the right ones.
JANUARY 6 • AROYALPAIN.COM
Dallas Mavericks at Sacramento Kings odds, picks and predictions The Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings clash on Tuesday at 11 p.m. ET in Sacramento, California.
JANUARY 6 • NEWS-JOURNALONLINE.COM
Why Kings Might Be Avoiding Potential Trae Young Trade We’re now just one month away from the NBA trade deadline, and the fireworks have yet to start. While there haven’t been any notable moves,...
JANUARY 6 • SI.COM
Zach LaVine's return to the Kings was fine, but both he and Sacramento need better The Sacramento Kings finally got Zach LaVine back from injury, and he played perfectly fine, but he can do better than that.
JANUARY 6 • AROYALPAIN.COM
Keon Ellis - Not listed on injury report Ellis (thumb) isn't listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks.
Impact Ellis sustained a left thumb injury in Sunday's loss to Milwaukee but is set to play Tuesday. In his three outings prior to Sunday's contest, the 25-year-old guard averaged 10.7 points and 2.3 rebounds in 26.7 minutes per game. However, he'll likely see a decline in playing time with Zach LaVine back in action.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Keegan Murray - Won't play vs. Dallas Murray (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Mavericks, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Impact Murray had to exit Sunday's matchup against the Bucks with a left ankle injury, and it will keep him from suiting up Tuesday night. Nique Clifford will be a candidate to start in the frontcourt in Murray's absence, with Doug McDermott also likely to pick up more playing time.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
One rookie King looked good after a brutal injury scare The Sacramento Kings caught a lucky break with Maxime Raynaud avoiding an injury against the Suns and continuing to play well against the Bu...
JANUARY 5 • AROYALPAIN.COM
Russell Westbrook proved yet again why he's the Kings' top guy The Sacramento Kings might have lost again but Russell Westbrook had an amazing, well-rounded game.
JANUARY 5 • AROYALPAIN.COM
Kings' injury curse continues as a pair of players leave loss to Bucks The Sacramento Kings lost both Keegan Murray and Keon Ellis to injury while losing the game to the Milwaukee Bucks.
JANUARY 5 • AROYALPAIN.COM
DeMar DeRozan - Regresses in blowout loss DeRozan closed with 11 points (4-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-7 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to the Bucks.
Impact DeRozan was pulled early once the game was out of hand, and that's a key reason for his reduced total Sunday evening. Although Zach LaVine came off the bench, he should return to the starting lineup in short order, shifting DeRozan back to his customary role with the first unit.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Russell Westbrook - Hits for 21 points in loss Westbrook racked up 21 points (5-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 10-12 FT), six rebounds, three assists, three blocks and four steals in 38 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to Milwaukee.
Impact Westbrook will continue to staff the point guard position, as Zach LaVine's return will shift the lineup back to its original structure and send Precious Achiuwa to the bench. Westbrook's numbers have dipped over the past couple of weeks, but he registered his first 20-point total since Dec. 27 in the defeat.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Zach LaVine - Pours in 20 points in return LaVine notched 20 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), three rebounds and four assists over 36 minutes during Sunday's 115-98 loss to the Bucks.
Impact Lavine came off the bench in his return to action, and the team put no cap restrictions on his minutes. Lavine looked every bit himself as he nailed 50 percent of his shots after missing nine games. The Kings have a back-to-back set this weekend, and it wouldn't be surprising to see LaVine scratched for one of those games as he continues to work his way back from the ankle injury.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Mavericks vs. Kings Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 6

Preview the Jan. 6 matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and Sacramento Kings with stats, recent performance, TV channel and more.
JANUARY 5 • Data Skrive
Mavericks vs. Kings Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 6

Kings take on the Mavericks on 5-game skid

Sacramento looks to break its five-game skid when the Sacramento Kings play Dallas
JANUARY 5 • Associated Press
Kings vs. Bucks: LaVine drops 20 off bench in return, more Kings hurt Sacramento Kings saw the return of guard Zach LaVine, who missed the last nine games with an ankle sprain. How did play against the Milwauke...
JANUARY 5 • USATODAY.COM
The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly From The Kings' Loss to the Bucks The Sacramento Kings fell to the Milwaukee Bucks 115-98 and 8-28 on the season in Zach LaVine's return.
JANUARY 5 • SI.COM

Antetokounmpo scores 37 in Bucks' 115-98 victory over Kings

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 37 points and 11 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks sailed to a 115-98 victory over the Sacramento Kings
JANUARY 5 • Associated Press
Keon Ellis - Won't return vs. Milwaukee Ellis won't return to Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a left thumb injury, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Impact Ellis logged just five minutes before picking up the thumb injury, and he'll finish with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds. His next opportunity to suit up will come Tuesday against Dallas.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Keegan Murray - Won't return Sunday Murray won't return to Sunday's game against the Bucks due to a left ankle injury, Sean Cunningham of Fox 40 Sacramento reports.
Impact Murray landed on an opposing player's foot and injured his ankle before limping to the locker room with assistance. He'll finish with 12 points (6-14 FG, 0-3 3Pt), three rebounds and two blocks across 27 minutes. Nique Clifford will likely see increased playing time for the remainder of the game due to Murray being unavailable. His next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against Dallas.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Keegan Murray - Leaves for locker room Sunday Murray exited to the locker room in the third quarter of Sunday's game against the Bucks due to an apparent left ankle injury, Matt George of ABC 10 Sacramento reports.
Impact Murray limped off the court and required assistance getting back to the locker room. If the 25-year-old forward is unable to return, Nique Clifford will likely see an uptick in minutes the rest of the way.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
New year, new Keon Ellis (and Doug Christie should pay attention) Keon Ellis has played two great games for the Sacramento Kings in 2026, which will hopefully change Doug Christie's mind about him.
JANUARY 5 • AROYALPAIN.COM
Zach LaVine - Won't start vs. Milwaukee LaVine (ankle) won't start against the Bucks on Sunday, Deuce Mason of NBC Sports California reports.
Impact LaVine is available to return from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left ankle, and although head coach Doug Christie said pregame he won't be on a minutes restriction, the veteran swingman will come off the bench. Still, his return will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Nique Clifford, Malik Monk and Doug McDermott. Over 23 regular-season appearances in the 2025-26 campaign, LaVine has averaged 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 32.8 minutes per contest.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Zach LaVine - Won't be limited Sunday Head coach Doug Christie said pregame that LaVine (ankle) won't be on a minutes restriction in Sunday's matchup against the Bucks, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Impact LaVine will return from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left ankle and is expected to take on his usual workload against Milwaukee. With the veteran swingman back in action, there will be fewer minutes available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Malik Monk, Nique Clifford and Doug McDermott. Over 23 regular-season appearances thus far, LaVine has averaged 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 32.8 minutes per contest.
JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE
It's time the Kings turned one rookie loose and see what happens Considering how badly the season is going for the Sacramento Kings, there's no harm in putting Nique Clifford in as the starting center and...
JANUARY 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM
What to Watch For In Kings, Bucks Matchup The Sacramento Kings host the Milwaukee Bucks as they look to avoid dropping their fifth straight game.
JANUARY 4 • SI.COM
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