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NBA writer poses a solid "what if" regarding one of the Kings' worst decisions Dusty Garza recently asked what the Sacramento Kings would have been like if they had kept both De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton.

JANUARY 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Zach LaVine - Cleared to play vs. Milwaukee LaVine (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Bucks, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact LaVine has been officially cleared to return from a nine-game absence due to a left ankle sprain that he sustained against the Timberwolves on Dec. 14. It's unclear whether he'll be on a minutes restriction, but his return means less minutes will be available for the likes of Keon Ellis, Malik Monk and Nique Clifford. Prior to his injury, LaVine was averaging 20.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 2.7 threes over 32.8 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Kings finally get some good injury news about a key rookie Maxime Raynaud left the Suns game early with an injury, but an MRI has confirmed that he is good to play.

JANUARY 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Another Kings' loss highlights the main problem that keeps them from winning The Sacramento Kings are capable of playing a full 48 minutes, yet consistently let things get away from them in the second half.

JANUARY 4 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Kings' Updated 2026 NBA Draft Lottery Odds After 35 Games The Sacramento Kings are just 8-27 through their first 35 games of the 2025-26 season, and with the trade deadline expected to lead to some...

JANUARY 4 • SI.COM

Zach LaVine - Iffy for Sunday LaVine (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bucks.

Impact LaVine hasn't played since Dec. 14 due to a left ankle sprain, though his questionable tag suggests he's nearing a return to action. If the veteran swingman is cleared to return, Keon Ellis, Precious Achiuwa and Doug McDermott are candidates to see a dip in minutes.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Maxime Raynaud - Available for Sunday Raynaud's MRI on his left knee showed no structural damage, and he'll be available for Sunday's game against the Bucks, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.

Impact Raynaud hurt his knee in the fourth quarter of Friday's loss to the Suns and required assistance getting back to the locker room. However, the rookie second-rounder avoided a serious injury and will suit up against Milwaukee. The 22-year-old center has racked up five double-doubles over his last 10 appearances, averaging 13.9 points, 9.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists in 31.0 minutes per contest during that span.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics are learning what Kings never seemed to know about Neemias Queta The Boston Celtics are unlocking Neemias Queta in a way the Sacramento Kings never truly positioned him to.

JANUARY 3 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

After a tough Kings' road trip, Dennis Schroder puts things in perspective The Sacramento Kings took a beating in Los Angeles from both the Lakers and the Clippers, and Dennis Schroder knows why.

JANUARY 3 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Kings thrown unlikely lifeline by division rival that could save their future The Sacramento Kings have a chance to hit the reset button if a recent rumor proves true and a rival is willing to negotiate.

JANUARY 3 • AROYALPAIN.COM

Keegan Murray had a big game, but the Kings need one major thing from him The Sacramento Kings might have lost to the Suns, but Keegan Murray had a great performance and needs to keep that pace up.

JANUARY 3 • AROYALPAIN.COM

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Russell Westbrook sets new NBA record after topping league legend Russell Westbrook has been one of the best guards in NBA history, and he solidified that mark Friday after reaching the top of the sport in...

JANUARY 3 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

NBA Fans React to Russell Westbrook Becoming All-Time Leading PG Scorer The Sacramento Kings signed an NBA legend this offseason, and he continues to prove why. On the brink of leaving the NBA entirely, the Kings...

JANUARY 3 • SI.COM

Russell Westbrook sets all-time NBA record for point guards by passing Oscar Robertson | Sporting News An incredible accomplishment by one of the best players of his generation.

JANUARY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Bucks vs. Kings Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 4

Preview the Jan. 4 matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings with stats, recent performance, TV channel and more.

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Bucks vs. Kings Prediction, Odds, Picks - Jan. 4

Kings take on the Bucks on 4-game losing streak

Sacramento looks to break its four-game slide when the Sacramento Kings play Milwaukee

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 3 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Precious Achiuwa - Offers nothing in loss Achiuwa ended with three points (1-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and three assists over 19 minutes during Friday's 129-102 loss to the Suns.

Impact Achiuwa failed to score more than five points for the fourth time in the past five games. Although he has been a consistent part of the rotation, Achiuwa typically offers very little outside of sporadic rebounding numbers. With that said, Maxime Raynaud suffered a knee injury, something that could cause him to miss time moving forward. If that is the case, Sacramento could be forced to give even more minutes to Achiuwa.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Doug McDermott - Meaningless production continues McDermott posted three points (1-5 FG, 1-5 3Pt), one rebound and one assist across 16 minutes during Friday's 129-102 loss to the Suns.

Impact McDermott continues to somehow be part of the rotation, having now suited up in four of the past five games. While Sacramento should be prioritizing its youth, the coaching staff seemingly has other ideas. Although McDermott has played at least 12 minutes in three of the past five games, he has no place on a fantasy roster, even in deeper leagues.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Nique Clifford - Quiet in loss Clifford notched three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist over 19 minutes during Friday's 129-102 loss to Phoenix.

Impact Clifford continues to deal with the ups and downs of being a rookie on a bad team. Despite some encouraging signs over the past two weeks, Clifford remains nothing more than a stash candidate in most fantasy formats. In eight appearances during that time, he has averaged 9.0 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.4 three-pointers.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Phoenix Suns Open New Year With Big Win Over Sacramento Kings

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Devin Booker Postgame Interview | Phoenix Suns | 1-2-26

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