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Kings dealt major blow as Sabonis suffers partial meniscus tear

Domantas Sabonis
November 2025

Sacramento center Domantas Sabonis has been ruled out with a partial meniscus tear in his left knee and will be re-evaluated in three to four weeks, a serious setback for a Kings team already sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference at 3-12. The 29-year-old former All-Star has averaged 17.2 points, 12.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists across 11 games this season, anchoring Sacramento’s offense and rebounding, and his absence will force deeper rotation minutes on a struggling roster that lacks alternative interior playmaking and reliable size.

Spurs lose Castle to hip strain as Wembanyama and guards also sidelined

Stephon Castle (San Antonio Spurs)
November 2025

Stephon Castle is expected to miss two to three weeks after an MRI showed a left hip flexor strain, adding another significant absence to a San Antonio Spurs team that will already be without Victor Wembanyama and fellow guard Jordan McLaughlin for at least the next few weeks. Castle left at half time against Sacramento and now joins Wembanyama, who has a left calf strain, and McLaughlin, who strained his right hamstring in practice, leaving a 9-4 Spurs team that opened 5-0 to navigate a tricky stretch without the previous two Rookie of the Year winners in uniform.

Wembanyama hit by new calf strain as fast-starting Spurs lose their star again

Victor Wembanyama (San Antonio Spurs)
November 2025

Victor Wembanyama will miss time with a left calf strain after a dominant early season in which he averaged huge numbers and drove the Spurs to their best start in a decade, raising fresh concern after last year’s deep vein thrombosis limited him to 46 games. He left the loss to Golden State after a 26-point, 12-rebound performance and then sat out the win over Sacramento while undergoing scans. Expected to miss two to three weeks, he now focuses on recovery while San Antonio try to keep momentum without their shot-blocking, scoring and rebounding focal point.

Kings sign Precious Achiuwa; waive Isaac Jones

Sacramento Kings
November 2025

Sacramento added Precious Achiuwa on a standard deal and waived Isaac Jones. Achiuwa brings 320 games of high-motor frontcourt depth, playoff experience, and switchable defence, addressing bench size/energy needs while preserving lineup optionality behind the starting bigs. Expect Achiuwa in high-tempo bench units as a rim runner, short-roll passer, and multi-position defender. His offensive glass rate and ability to guard in space fit Sacramento’s pace-and-space identity, providing insurance for matchup-driven rotations through the winter schedule.

Sabonis to miss start with Grade-1 hamstring strain

Domantas Sabonis (Sacramento Kings)
October 2025

Sabonis sustained a Grade-1 left hamstring strain and will be re-evaluated in a week, sidelining him for the opener at Phoenix and the home debut versus Utah. Keegan Murray remains out following thumb surgery. Injury occurred in preseason versus the Clippers. Sacramento will stagger usage through backup bigs and handoff sets redistributed across guards/wings, protecting re-injury risk with progressive running, eccentrics, and change-of-direction testing before clearance.

Keegan Murray agrees five-year extension

Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings)
October 2025

Murray is set for a five-year 140 million dollar deal to stay in Sacramento after averaging 12.4 points and 6.7 rebounds with durable availability across three seasons. Extension secures a two-way forward in his mid-prime as the Kings prioritize continuity around spacing and size while he rehabs for an on-time return.

Keegan Murray sidelined after thumb ligament tear

Keegan Murray (Sacramento Kings)
October 2025

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray has suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb and will undergo surgery, ruling him out for at least four to six weeks. The injury will likely sideline him for the first 10 games of the regular season, disrupting both his contract extension talks and the team’s early momentum.
Murray sustained the injury during a preseason game against Portland, cutting short what was meant to be a pivotal year before his potential extension deadline on October 20. Known for his consistency and durability, having played 233 of 246 games since debuting, Murray’s absence leaves a major void. Dario Šarić, Malik Monk, Keon Ellis, or rookie Nique Clifford could step in alongside Dennis Schröder, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Domantas Sabonis.

Russell Westbrook weighing NBA options amid CBA offer and Kings interest

Russell Westbrook (Free Agent)
October 2025

Former MVP Russell Westbrook, now 37, remains unsigned after opting out of his Denver Nuggets deal upon learning he’d be relegated to a non-rotation bench role. Despite a lucrative offer from the Chinese Basketball Association, the veteran guard is holding out for another NBA opportunity.
ESPN’s Shams Charania reports that there’s “strong mutual interest” between Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings, who are seeking a spark for their bench unit after ranking 29th in points and assists. Westbrook’s ties with Domantas Sabonis, Dennis Schröder, and several executives could aid a midseason signing.

Kuminga Contract Talks Stall as Warriors Hold Firm

Jonathan Kuminga (Golden State Warriors)
September 2025

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga remains locked in contract negotiations, with rival teams like Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings offering attractive sign-and-trade packages, while Golden State resists including player options in their offers. Sacramento proposed Malik Monk and picks, Phoenix offered $80m+ deals, but Kuminga seeks a player option for flexibility. Golden State countered with a three-year, $72.5m team-option contract. His future hinges on whether the Warriors bend or Kuminga accepts a qualifying offer.

Trey Lyles Joins Real Madrid After Nine NBA Seasons

Trey Lyles (Real Madrid, ex-NBA)
September 2025

Trey Lyles signed a one-year deal with Real Madrid after nine NBA seasons, bringing versatility, shooting, and veteran depth to the EuroLeague contenders. The Canadian forward cited the club’s prestige and his desire to add to its rich history. Lyles averaged 6.5 points and 4.6 rebounds with Sacramento last season before Madrid swooped. Drafted in 2015, he played over 650 NBA games and starred for Canada at the 2024 Olympics. His deal includes an NBA out clause, keeping future options open.

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