Sacramento Kings

Sacramento Kings

3rd in Pacific 5-4-0 Overall
2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
116.4 PTS
42.2 REB
24.6 AST
0.3 3P%
8.8 STLS

Team Information

Founded 1923
Ground Golden 1 Center
Owner(s) Vivek Ranadivé
City Sacramento, CA
Nickname Kings
Conference Western Conference
Division Pacific Division

2024 Pacific Division Standings

Team
W
L
PCT
Streak
GB
8
1
.889
W7
0
7
2
.778
L1
1
5
4
.556
W1
3
5
4
.556
W3
3
5
4
.556
L1
3

2024 Regular Season Leaders

All Stats
Points per Game
24.56
24.22
20.56
14.44
Rebounds per Game
13.00
8.44
4.56
3.67
Assists per Game
7.11
4.56
4.11
2.89

Sacramento Kings News

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Sacramento Kings Videos

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About Sacramento Kings

Sacramento Kings 2024-25
Sacramento Kings 2024-25

A professional basketball team, the Sacramento Kings is based in Sacramento, California. The team is part of the Western Conference in the NBA and is the oldest team in the NBA. It is also the first and only team inside the major professional North American sports leagues located in Sacramento. The Sacramento Kings play their home games at the Golden 1 Center. Notably, the team’s early 2000s era, highlighted by the remarkable 2001-02 season with a league-leading 61-21 record, remains a cherished memory for fans, showcasing their potential for greatness on the basketball court.

Sacramento Kings Famous Players

Oscar Robertson

Oscar Robertson is the greatest player in the records of the Sacramento Kings. With a remarkable basketball career, he holds an array of franchise records, including total points, assists, and minutes played, reflecting his enduring impact. Oscar boasts the highest scoring and assisting averages in franchise records emphasizing his skill and efficiency.

His accolades speak volumes — a Hall of Famer, a 10-time All-Star during his tenure with the team, and an NBA MVP in 1963-64. His triple-double achievements, especially averaging one over his first six seasons, remain unparalleled. Oscar Robertson’s legacy is etched in stone, and it’s improbable that the Kings will ever see a player of his caliber again. Oscar is, and will likely remain, the greatest player in the team’s history for generations to come.

Jack Twyman

Jack Twyman is another talented participant in the long list of Sacramento Kings legends. He spent his entire 11-year career with the Kings. He is currently the second all-time scoring leader of the franchise, with 15,840 points. He is a six-time All-Star and was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1983.

Jerry Lucas

The Sacramento Kings featured many other talented players like Jerry Lucas. He spent six seasons with this franchise and cemented his reputation as an outstanding participant within the records of the Sacramento Kings. During his tenure with the team, Lucas averaged 19.6 points and 19.1 rebounds per game. Lucas was a seven-time All-Star and was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in 1980.

Mitch Richmond

Richmond was a scoring sensation, ranking fifth in points per game with 23.3 and third in total points with 12,070. Mitch Richmond’s scoring repertoire was diverse, blending slashing drives and sharp shooting from beyond the arc. Even on teams that often struggled, he shone brightly, earning six consecutive NBA All-Star selections. His impact on the group is evident in his rankings for three-pointers, steals, and other stats. Ultimately, it's Mitch’s remarkable consistency that sets him apart as one of the Sacramento Kings’ finest players.

Chris Webber

Chris Webber’s tenure with the Sacramento Kings from 1998 to 2005 redefined the franchise. His time with the franchise turned the struggling team into a Western Conference powerhouse. Being a linchpin of the Kings’ offense, Webber combined elite scoring with Exceptional passing skills. His skills and scoring ability earned him five All-Star appearances while in Sacramento. Under his leadership, the Kings were the perennial playoff contenders peaking in the 2001-2002 season. But the team faced a heartbreaking loss in the Western Conference Finals against the Lakers.

History

The Sacramento Kings is an NBA group that is based in California and its story began in 1945 when they were commonly known as the Rochester Royals in New York. In their formative years, they dominated the National Basketball League (NBL) and transitioned to the NBA in 1950. With the impressive gameplay of stars like Bob Davies, Bobby Wanzer, and Arnie Risen, the Sacramento Kings won their first NBA championship in 1951.

In 1957, the group moved to Cincinnati, Ohio, where they added Oscar Robertson and Jerry Lucas, but couldn’t clinch another title. After a brief stint in Kansas City and Omaha, they settled in Sacramento in 1985. Despite ups and downs, the Sacramento Kings have seen success, notably within the early 2000s with Chris Webber and Peja Stojakovic, reaching the Western Conference finals. This team remains a resilient franchise with a passionate fan base.

Owner

Vivek Yeshwant Ranadive is an accomplished Indian-American business executive and philanthropist. He holds a significant role inside the basketball world as the co-owner and chairman of the Sacramento Kings of the National Basketball Association.

Vivek has extended his ownership interests by purchasing the Minor League Basketball franchise, the Sacramento River Cats, in 2022. His ownership of Sacramento Kings reflects his commitment to the sports world and his determination to the Sacramento community, making him a notable figure inside the business area and sports realms.

Sacramento Kings Team Roster

NOPLAYERPOSHTWTCOLLEGE
40Harrison BarnesPF6-8225N. Carolina
34Deonte BurtonSG6-4240Iowa St.
22Chance ComanchePF6-11205Arizona
3Chris DuarteSG6-5190Oregon
17Kessler EdwardsSF6-7203Pepperdine
23Keon EllisSG6-6175Alabama
31Jordan FordPG6-1175
5De'Aaron FoxPG6-3185Kentucky
9Kevin HuerterSG6-7198Maryland
20Colby JonesSG6-4199
26Jeremy LambSG6-5180UConn
25Alex LenC7-1250Maryland
41Trey LylesC6-9234Kentucky
00JaVale McGeeC7-1270Nevada
15Davion MitchellPG6-1202Baylor
0Malik MonkSG6-3200Kentucky
13Keegan MurrayPF6-8225Iowa
35Jaylen NowellSG6-4201Washington
10Domantas SabonisC6-11240Gonzaga
Jalen SlawsonSF6-7215Furman
7Aleks VezenkovPF6-9225

Head Coach

Michael Burton Brown currently holds the position of head coach for the Sacramento Kings in the NBA. Brown has led the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Los Angeles Lakers in the past. He also has served as an assistant for the Golden State Warriors.

Last season, Brown helped the Sacramento Kings reach the playoffs for the first time in 17 years. This earned him the unanimous NBA Coach of the Year award in 2023.

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Net Worth

As per the latest reports, the estimated value of the Sacramento Kings is $2.03 billion. Such value reflects the team’s performance and appeal, showing that it’s not only a source of pride for fans, but also a valuable asset in the world of professional basketball.

Championships

Throughout the basketball history of Sacramento Kings, the team has won two championships including one in the NBL and another in the NBA. The group won its first basketball championship in 1946 (NBL) and its first NBA title in 1951, defeating the New York Knicks in the finals. The gaming skills of the team saw them excel inside the arena of basketball and clinch championships. With De’Aaron Fox leading the pack, the Kings will be hoping for another playoff run in the 2023/24 season.

FAQ's On Sacramento Kings‍

A. The Sacramento Kings were established in 1945.

A. The home arena of the Sacramento Kings is the “Golden 1 Center.”

A. The mascot name of the Sacramento Kings is, “Slamson the Lion.”

A. Michael Brown is the current head coach of the Kings.

A. The 'Big O' Oscar Robertson is Sacramento Kings' highest point scorer with 22,009 points.