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Mark Haynes
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Journalist covering the Sacramento Kings for The Sacramento Observer, host of the Bleav in Kings podcast, and co-host of the Three in the Paint podcast.
That’s six straight double-digit losses for the Kings, and next they will face the Oklahoma City Thunder.
November 16, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Another lineup shakeup for Doug Christie: Keon Ellis joins Russell Westbrook, DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Domantas Sabonis in today’s starting five.
November 16, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Kings center Domantas Sabonis (left ribcage contusion) will not play tonight against the Thunder.
November 7, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Sources tell @sacobserver that Kings rookie Nique Clifford (right hamstring) is likely to play today vs. the Bucks, barring any setbacks.
November 1, 2025 at 3:19 PM
Kings get first win of the season: Zach LaVine scores 31, Westbrook energizes Sacramento, and I preview Sunday’s showdown with the Lakers — all on Bleav in Kings.

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Kings Get First Win! Westbrook Lights the Beam, Malik Monk Drops 20, LaVine leads with 31 & Wemby Goes Off | Bleav in Kings
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October 25, 2025 at 2:26 PM
The Sacramento Kings announced that they have waived guard Terence Davis.
October 18, 2025 at 7:10 AM
Catch the I-80 Crossover live every Tuesday at 9 PM!
Hosted by me and @SurfJournalist, it’s the weekly link-up between the Bleav In Kings and @GoldenDazePod. Don’t miss it!

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October 15, 2025 at 3:00 AM
An MRI revealed that Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray has a torn ulnar collateral ligament. Murray will undergo surgery and be reevaluated in 4-6 weeks.
October 12, 2025 at 7:17 PM
A @sacobserver exclusive: Kings GM Scott Perry on how his Detroit upbringing will guide him in building a stronger, tougher, and more disciplined Sacramento team.

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October 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Did You Know about this rare statline New Orleans Pelicans star Trey Murphy III reached?

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New Orleans Pelicans' Trey Murphy is One Of 3 Players in NBA History To Do This? #nba
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July 25, 2025 at 12:43 PM
In the latest episode of The Closers, we analyze Tyrese Haliburton's game-winning shot and discuss two overrated stars.

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Tyrese Haliburton’s Finals Heroics Just Exposed Two NBA Stars | The Closers
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June 6, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Ty Lawson joined The Closers to talk about Game 1 between OKC and Minnesota, SGA vs Ant-Man, his upcoming 1-on-1 matchup with Brandon Jennings, and more.

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May 21, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Sacramento native and Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells has been named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
May 20, 2025 at 6:05 PM
The Closers' latest episode is out now. Please hit the subscribe button.

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Celtics Escape the Knicks, OKC on the Brink, and Is This the End of the Warriors?
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May 15, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The Closers: Is Jalen Brunson the next NBA Superstar?

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Will an NBA Championship Make Jalen Brunson the Face of the League? | Knicks Star Rising in New York
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May 13, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Do the Knicks have a chance to win this game, or should they move on and prepare for Game 4?
May 10, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Who will win in the Houston Rockets vs. Golden State Warriors Game 7 matchup?

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May 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
The Grizzlies announced that Ja Morant (hip) would not return tonight against Oklahoma City.
April 25, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Sources tell the @sacobserver that the introduction press conference for Scott Perry, the new General Manager of the Sacramento Kings, is tentatively scheduled for Tuesday.
April 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Kings fans, who will be the X-factor in tomorrow's play-in game against the Mavericks? Drop your predictions below! #SacramentoKings
April 15, 2025 at 4:36 PM
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is attending the Kings vs. Clippers game tonight in Sacramento.
April 12, 2025 at 2:50 AM
Throwback of Sacramento Kings great Bobby Jackson on his fight with Tracy McGrady:

“I wish I made a lot of money because I would have two-pieced him right in his face. But I knew if I did that, it would have been like a 75k or 100k fine.”

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The Brawl: Bobby Jackson Discusses His Famous Altercation with Tracy McGrady
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April 1, 2025 at 12:45 PM
Kings guard Malik Monk is out for tonight's game against OKC due to illness.
March 26, 2025 at 12:15 AM
The latest episode of the Bleav In Kings podcast dropped this morning! Tune in now and dive into the conversation!

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Sacramento Struggles: The Kings Season in Jeopardy | Bleav In Kings
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March 24, 2025 at 12:20 AM