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Evans has license suspended after plea
Prosecutors say Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans has pleaded no contest to reckless driving.

Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans pleads no contest to reckless driving
Prosecutors say Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans has pleaded no contest to reckless driving.

Kings sign Pooh Jeter - Pooh Jeter (G) Sacramento Kings
The Kings signed veteran free agent Pooh Jeter to a contract.

Kings ink swingman Wright, G Jeter (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed free agent swingman Antoine Wright and guard Pooh Jeter to contracts. The team did not reveal terms of the deals Friday. Wright is entering his sixth NBA season. He averaged 5.6 points and 2.3 rebounds in 290 career games with New Jersey, Dallas and Toronto. He averaged 6.5 points and 2.8 rebounds last season with the Raptors.

Bucks, Kings cap Brockman-Jackson trade (AP)
The Milwaukee Bucks acquired a fan favorite when they completed a trade Wednesday for Sacramento Kings forward Jon Brockman. Bucks general manager John Hammond said he thinks Bucks fans will love Brockman, too. "Any fan base anywhere will appreciate a player who plays with the type of energy he does," Hammond told The Associated Press.

Kings deal Brockman to Bucks
The Milwaukee Bucks acquired a fan favorite when they completed a trade Wednesday for Sacramento Kings forward Jon Brockman.

Milwaukee Bucks acquire Jon Brockman from Sacramento Kings for Darnell Jackson, draft pick
The Milwaukee Bucks have completed a trade with the Sacramento Kings for forward Jon Brockman in exchange for forward Darnell Jackson and a 2011 second-round pick.

Report: Sacramento Kings, Milwaukee Bucks close to trade
The Milwaukee Bucks have signed guard Keyon Dooling and two people with knowledge of other talks told The Associated Press on Monday that the team is in trade discussions with the Sacramento Kings to obtain forward Jon Brockman.

Bucks close to acquiring Kings' Brockman (AP)
Two people with knowledge of the talks told The Associated Press on Monday that the Milwaukee Bucks are in trade discussions with the Sacramento Kings to obtain forward Jon Brockman. Both people spoke on condition of anonymity because the talks had not been completed. The deal would send forward Darnell Jackson and a second-round pick to Sacramento as part of a sign-and-trade arrangement for...

Rockets, C Miller agree on 3 years, $15M (AP)
Free agent center Brad Miller has agreed to a three-year, $15 million contract with the Houston Rockets. The 7-foot Miller averaged 8.8 points and 4.9 rebounds for Chicago last season. Miller played in Sacramento from 2003-09, including three seasons playing for current Houston coach Rick Adelman. Agent Mark Bartelstein said in a phone interview on Saturday that reuniting with Adelman was a major...

Sacramento Kings sign top draft pick DeMarcus Cousins
The Sacramento Kings have signed rookie center DeMarcus Cousins to a contract.

Kings sign No. 5 overall pick Cousins (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed rookie center DeMarcus Cousins to a contract. The team announced the deal with the No. 5 pick in the draft on Wednesday. Cousins can earn about $7 million in the first two years of the deal, and the Kings have separate team options for the third and fourth seasons. Cousins averaged 15.1 points, 9.8 rebounds and 1.8 blocks as a freshman at Kentucky.

Vitaly Potapenko joins Pacers staff - Vitaly Potapenko (C) Sacramento Kings
Former NBA player Vitaly Potapenko has joined coach Jim O'Brien's staff as an assistant coach for the Pacers.

Kentucky has record 5 picks in 1st round (AP)
Kentucky dominated the first round of Thursday night's NBA draft and passed some other powerful college programs with the five players selected. John Wall, the overall No. 1 pick by the Washington Wizards, DeMarcus Cousins, the fifth pick by Sacramento, Patrick Patterson, the 14th selection by Houston, Eric Bledsoe, the 18th pick by Oklahoma City, and Daniel Orton, the 29th selection by...

Kings take Hassan Whiteside in 2nd round - Hassan Whiteside (F) Sacramento Kings
Hassan Whiteside, who was expected to be taken in the first round, fell into the second, taken with the 33rd pick by the Kings.

Sixers work out big men Favors, Cousins (AP)
The Philadelphia 76ers worked out Georgia Tech's Derrick Favors and Kentucky's DeMarcus Cousins on Friday, getting a look at two top big men a day after the team traded starting center Samuel Dalembert. But Sixers general manager Ed Stefanski said the trade that sent Dalembert to the Sacramento Kings will not affect the team's plans in the June 24 draft.

Sixers ship unhappy Dalembert to Kings
The Philadelphia 76ers traded Samuel Dalembert to the Sacramento Kings on Thursday for Andres Nocioni and Spencer Hawes.

76ers agree to trade Dalembert to Kings (AP)
A person familiar with the decision says the Sacramento Kings have agreed to acquire Sam Dalembert from the Philadelphia 76ers for Andres Nocioni and Spencer Hawes. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity on Thursday because the deal is still awaiting league approval. Dalembert was Philadelphia's longest-tenured player, but he never developed into a dominant force...

Sources: Philadelphia 76ers trade center Samuel Dalembert to Sacramento Kings
The Philadelphia 76ers have agreed to swap Samuel Dalembert to the Sacramento Kings for Andres Nocioni and Spencer Hawes, two league sources told ESPN.com.

Kings' Evans cited for reckless driving (AP)
Sacramento Kings point guard Tyreke Evans is facing a court date after being stopped for reckless driving in California. The California Highway Patrol cited the NBA's Rookie of the Year on Monday evening after air patrol spotted him driving a 2010 black Mercedes S550 at more than 100 mph on Interstate 80.

Rookie of Year Tyreke Evans of Sacramento Kings cited for driving 100 mph
Tyreke Evans, the NBA's reigning Rookie of the Year, was cited for reckless driving Monday night after he was clocked driving more than 100 miles per hour on a California highway.

Evans wins NBA Rookie of the Year honor
Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

Sacramento Kings point guard Tyreke Evans wins NBA Rookie of Year award
Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award.

Kings' Evans wins NBA Rookie of the Year (AP)
Sacramento point guard Tyreke Evans beat out Golden State's Stephen Curry and Milwaukee's Brandon Jennings to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award. Evans received the honor Thursday after becoming the fourth rookie ever to average at least 20 points, five rebounds and five assists per game. He joined an illustrious club that includes Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and LeBron James.

Gasol helps Lakers win home finale (AP)
Pau Gasol had 28 points and eight rebounds, Shannon Brown scored 24 points and Kobe Bryant rested as the Los Angeles Lakers finished their regular-season home schedule with a 106-100 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Sasha Vujacic scored 13 points for the Lakers, who lost six of nine before Gasol and the reserves pulled away in the second half of their sixth straight win over the...

Kings exercise option on F Landry (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have exercised a team option on forward Carl Landry to keep him under contract through next season. President of basketball operations Geoff Petrie announced the move Wednesday, a day after Sacramento finished a 25-57 season. Landry was acquired at the trade deadline from Houston.

Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans ejected in final game of rookie year
Tyreke Evans remarkable rookie season has ended with his ejection from the Kings' game against the Los Angeles Lakers.

Kings rookie Evans ejected in finale (AP)
Tyreke Evans remarkable rookie season has ended with his ejection from the Kings' game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was tossed in the third quarter Tuesday night by referee Derek Richardson, who whistled back-to-back technical fouls when Evans apparently said something to him. Evans had just hit consecutive layups to pull Sacramento within 67-66 of the Lakers, and apparently was angry...

Evans reaches 20-5-5 milestone in loss (AP)
The result of the final home game of the year for the Sacramento Kings was secondary. Having Tyreke Evans reach an exclusive milestone was the main goal. Evans achieved that, although not without plenty of trouble, scoring 24 points to join a club that includes only Oscar Robertson, Michael Jordan and LeBron James in the Kings 117-107 loss to the Houston Rockets.

Kobe to sit out Lakers' final two regular season games
Kobe Bryant won't play in the Los Angeles Lakers' last two regular season games against Sacramento and the Clippers.

Kings pick up option on Westphal
The Sacramento Kings have picked up the option on the contract of coach Paul Westphal for the 2011-12 season.

Sacramento Kings pick up option on Paul Westphal fgor 2011-12
SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- The Sacramento Kings have picked up the option on the contract of coach Paul Westphal for the 2011-12 season.

Kings pick up coach Westphal's option (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have picked up the option on the contract of coach Paul Westphal for the 2011-12 season. Kings president of basketball operations Geoff Petrie made the announcement Monday before the team played its final home game of the season against Houston. The Kings are 25-55 with two games remaining in Westphal's first season as coach.

Mavericks crush Kings for West's No. 2 seed
Dirk Nowitzki scored 39 points to help the Dallas Mavericks rout the struggling Sacramento Kings 126-108 on Saturday night.

Mavericks roll, now alone in 2nd in West (AP)
Dirk Nowitzki scored 39 points to help the Dallas Mavericks rout the struggling Sacramento Kings 126-108 on Saturday night. The lopsided victory, combined with Denver's loss to San Antonio, moved the Mavericks into sole possession of second place in the Western Conference playoff race. Dallas is one game ahead of Denver with two games remaining for both teams.

Evans helps Kings end 8-game skid (AP)
Tyreke Evans had 28 points, six rebounds and seven assists to help the Sacramento Kings snap an eight-game losing streak with a 116-94 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. After the Clippers cut Sacramento's 16-point halftime to eight after three quarters, the Kings came out with a 16-2 to run to start the fourth in pushing their lead to 100-78.

Spurs fight past Kings
Even on a night when Manu Ginobili struggled through the first three quarters, the San Antonio Spurs looked to their feisty veteran to get going in the fourth. And just as he's done consistently since the All-Star break, Ginobili delivered. Richard Jefferson had 18 points and Ginobili scored 11 of his 16 in the fourth quarter for the surging Spurs, who beat the Sacramento Kings 95-86 on Tuesday for their fourth straight victory.

Parker returns as Spurs defeat Kings (AP)
Richard Jefferson scored 18 points, Manu Ginobili had 16 and the surging San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 95-86 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight victory. The Spurs got point guard Tony Parker back and moved into a sixth-place tie with Oklahoma City in the Western Conference playoff race.

Surging Spurs drop Kings for 4th straight win
ichard Jefferson scored 18 points, Manu Ginobili had 16 and the surging San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 95-86 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight victory.

Spurs G Parker to return vs. Kings (AP)
San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker has been cleared to play after missing the past month with a broken hand. The Spurs said Parker will be in uniform Tuesday night at Sacramento. He has not played since breaking his shooting hand March 6 in a win at Memphis. Parker's return comes after backup point guard George Hill sprained his right ankle Sunday in a win over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Roy, Miller lift Blazers over Kings (AP)
Brandon Roy scored 24 points, Andre Miller added 23 and the Portland Trail Blazers beat the Sacramento Kings 98-87 on Saturday night. Nicolas Batum and LaMarcus Aldridge had 21 points each for the Trail Blazers, and Marcus Camby had 15 rebounds. Portland rebounded from a loss at Denver on Thursday night for its 10th victory in 12 games.

Kings C Hawes to miss rest of season with knee injury
The Sacramento Kings say center Spencer Hawes will miss the rest of the season with an injured left knee.

Kings C Hawes to miss rest of season (AP)
The Sacramento Kings say center Spencer Hawes will miss the rest of the season with an injured left knee. The Kings say that an MRI done Thursday revealed a deep bone bruise and an irregular signal in the joint line in Hawes' left knee. Hawes will get a second opinion from the Seattle doctor who operated on his left knee before his rookie season.

Timberwolves snap 16-game losing streak (AP)
Al Jefferson's biggest fear was not winning again. The Minnesota Timberwolves, after all, entered Wednesday night having not won in more than a month and carrying the burden of a 16-game losing streak. That's why the reaction in the Timberwolves locker room after their 108-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings was part joy and part relief.

Timberwolves snap 16-game losing streak (AP)
Al Jefferson had 19 points and 12 rebounds and Darko Milicic also got a double-double to help the Minnesota Timberwolves snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 108-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Jonny Flynn added 18 points while Corey Brewer scored 19 for Minnesota. Carl Landry scored 22 points and Donte Greene added 21 for the Kings.

DePaul to interview Timbewolves' Theus (AP)
Minnesota Timberwolves assistant coach Reggie Theus will interview for the opening at DePaul. "That's my understanding," Timberwolves head coach Kurt Rambis said prior to Wednesday night's game against Sacramento. Theus, who was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 1978, said he hasn't had a direct conversation with officials from the Chicago school, but said that his agent is...

Granger lifts Pacers, home streak hits 8 (AP)
Danny Granger scored 25 of his 33 points in the second half, leading the Indiana Pacers to a 102-95 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night for their eighth straight home win. Troy Murphy added 19 points and 13 rebounds, and Roy Hibbert and Earl Watson each scored 10 for the Pacers, who have won six of seven to improve to 28-47.

Torn plantar fascia ends year for Sacramento Kings' Dominic McGuire
The Sacramento Kings say swingman Dominic McGuire will miss the rest of the season with an injured right foot.

Kings swingman McGuire done for season (AP)
The Sacramento Kings say swingman Dominic McGuire will miss the rest of the season with an injured right foot. The team says tests conducted Monday in Indianapolis confirmed that McGuire has a torn right plantar fascia. He hurt himself in the first quarter of Sunday's 97-90 loss in Cleveland. McGuire played in 10 games this season for the Kings after being acquired from Washington on Feb.

Cavs hold off depleted Kings in Big Z's return
LeBron James scored 23 of his 34 points in the second half, Antawn Jamison added 26 and the Cleveland Cavaliers welcomed back adored center Zydrunas Ilgauskas with a 97-90 victory over the ailing and aching Sacramento Kings on Sunday.

James' 23 in 2nd half lift Cavs by Kings (AP)
LeBron James scored 23 of his 34 points in the second half, Antawn Jamison added 26 and the Cleveland Cavaliers welcomed back adored center Zydrunas Ilgauskas with a 97-90 victory over the ailing and aching Sacramento Kings on Sunday. With Cleveland leading by four, James made a crucial 3-pointer with 2:02 left and then had a rebound and steal to help seal it for the Cavs, who have won 28 straight...

Zydrunas Ilgauskas of Cleveland Cavaliers returns, Anderson Varejao out vs. Sacramento Kings with sore hamstring
Zydrunas Ilgauskas is back in his basketball home.

Cavs F Varejao out with sore hamstring (AP)
Cavaliers forward Anderson Varejao is sitting out Cleveland's game against Sacramento because of a sore left hamstring. Varejao was hurt in Friday's loss at San Antonio and Cavs coach Mike Brown decided to rest him Sunday because Cleveland has two days off following the game against the Kings.

Rondo, Pierce help Celtics get by Kings (AP)
Rajon Rondo had a career-high 18 assists, Paul Pierce scored 22 points and the Boston Celtics won for the sixth time in seven games with a 94-86 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. The Celtics led by 24 points late in the first half, but the Kings cut it to 87-81 with 3:12 left in the game on a 3-pointer by Beno Udrih.

Andres Nocioni wants to be traded if not in Sacramento Kings' plans
Andres Nocioni made three things very clear: he doesn't want to be a starter, he's not an All-Star in the NBA, and if the Kings don't have him in their plans for next year, the Argentinean won't have any problems if he's traded to another team.

Rockets' Martin out with sore shoulder (AP)
Houston's Kevin Martin was set to miss the Rockets' game with the Los Angeles Clippers because of a sore left shoulder. Martin, who is listed day to day, has averaged almost 22 points and 3.3 rebounds in the 17 games since he was traded to the Rockets. The 6-foot-7 player was acquired from Sacramento in the three-team deal that sent Tracy McGrady to the Knicks on Feb.

Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans out two more games with concussion
Sacramento Kings rookie point guard and leading scorer Tyreke Evans is not ready to return from a concussion and will miss the team's next two road games, at Boston on Friday and Sunday's contest at Cleveland.

Nets end home skid, crush Kings for 8th win
Brook Lopez had 26 points and 13 rebounds, and New Jersey Nets moved a step closer to avoiding a dubious date with NBA history by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-79 on Wednesday night.

Nets snap 8-game losing streak (AP)
Brook Lopez had 26 points and 13 rebounds, and New Jersey Nets moved a step closer to avoiding a dubious date with NBA history by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-79 on Wednesday night to snap an eight-game losing streak and a franchise-record, 14-game skid at home. Devin Harris added 24 points and nine assists for the Nets (8-63), who need to win once in their last 11 games to avoid breaking the...

Nets trade fans souvenirs for paper bags (AP)
New Jersey Nets chief executive Brett Yormark isn't one to let a marketing opportunity go astray. Two days after a brief finger-pointing exchange with a fan who wore a paper bag on his head to protest the Nets' dismal season, Yormark came prepared for more potential protesters during Wednesday's game against Sacramento.

Kings team president Thomas resigns (AP)
The co-owners of the Sacramento Kings have new titles in a restructuring of their management team and business operations. Joe Maloof is now chief executive officer and brother Gavin Maloof the president of Maloof Sports & Entertainment. The changes came Tuesday when the team also announced the resignation of longtime team president John Thomas, effective April 2, for what was categorized as...

Mayo's late push gets Grizzlies by Kings (AP)
Zach Randolph had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and the Memphis Grizzlies used the streaky shooting of O.J. Mayo in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings 102-85 on Monday night. After missing 11 of his first 14 shots, Mayo got going midway through the fourth quarter. With the Grizzlies leading by a point, Mayo made four straight jumpers and scored 10 points in just over two minutes, including...

Udrih's 20 points, 17 assists lift Kings (AP)
With rookie point guard and leading scorer Tyreke Evans back in Sacramento, the Kings needed someone to find the open man and make plays. Beno Udrih was more than able to fill the void. Udrih had 20 points and a career-high 17 assists for only his second double-double of the season, leading the Kings to a 102-89 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

Udrih key as short-handed Kings top Clippers
Carl Landry scored 24 points and Beno Udrih had 20 points and a career-high 17 assists, leading the short-handed Sacramento Kings to a 102-89 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Sunday.

Rockets beat McGrady, Knicks 116-112 (AP)
Aaron Brooks scored seven straight points down the stretch and the Houston Rockets got strong efforts from the players they got for Tracy McGrady to beat the New York Knicks 116-112 Sunday. Kevin Martin, acquired by the Rockets from Sacramento in the three-team deal that sent McGrady to New York, led Houston with 28 points.

Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans skips trip to play Los Angeles Clippers after concussion, lacerations
Rookie scoring leader Tyreke Evans did not make the trip to Los Angeles for the Sacramento Kings' game against the Clippers because of a slight concussion and facial injuries he sustained in a double-overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Kings rookie Evans out against Clippers (AP)
Rookie scoring leader Tyreke Evans did not make the trip to Los Angeles for the Sacramento Kings' game against the Clippers because of a slight concussion and facial injuries he sustained in a double-overtime loss to the Milwaukee Bucks. Evans missed his sixth game of the season on Sunday. The point guard's injuries -- including a bruised jaw, lacerated gums and chipped teeth -- resulted...

Jennings hits eight 3s as Bucks top Kings in 2OT
Brandon Jennings scored 35 points, hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and added eight assists in the Milwaukee Bucks' 114-108 double-overtime victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.

Jennings shines, Bucks top Kings in 2OT (AP)
Brandon Jennings scored 35 points, hit a career-high eight 3-pointers and added eight assists in the Milwaukee Bucks' 114-108 double-overtime victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Jennings' points total was the rookie's highest since he had 55 in a Nov. 14 game at Golden State.

Kobe leads Lakers to Northern California sweep
Kobe Bryant scored 30 points, Pau Gasol added 28 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers completed a sweep of their Northern California swing with a 106-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Kobe, Gasol carry Lakers past Kings
The Los Angeles Lakers have put their three-game hiccup behind them and are closing in on their playoff form. Kobe Bryant scored 30 points, Pau Gasol added 28 points and 11 rebounds, and the Lakers completed a sweep of their Northern California swing with a 106-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Lakers ride Bryant, Gasol past Kings (AP)
Kobe Bryant scored 30 points, Pau Gasol added 28 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers completed a sweep of their Northern California swing with a 106-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. After committing 24 turnovers and barely holding on for a 124-121 victory at Golden State on Monday night, the Lakers were much sharper on the back end of their trip.

Evans' 29 and 11 assists power Kings (AP)
Rookie Tyreke Evans had 29 points, 11 assists and nine rebounds to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 114-100 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night. Evans, who recorded his first career triple-double Wednesday against Toronto, scored 24 points in the opening half to help Sacramento assume a 64-49 lead.

Evans' 1st triple-double lifts Kings over Raptors
Tyreke Evans recorded his first career triple-double with 19 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night.

Evans' first triple-double lifts Kings (AP)

Tyreke Evans recorded his first career triple-double with 19 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 113-90 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Wednesday night. With frequent chants of "ROY!" (Rookie of the Year), Evans responded with a strong overall game that has typified his season.

Roy helps Blazers hold off Kings (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 19 points and hit a clinching jumper with just over two minutes left, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to an 88-81 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. The Kings pulled to a 74-all tie in the final quarter, but Roy's jumper with 2:07 remaining made it 85-78 and all but sealed it for the Blazers, who have won five straight against the Kings.

Durant lifts Thunder to another road win (AP)

Kevin Durant had 27 points and eight rebounds and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Sacramento Kings 108-102 on Sunday night. The road victory was the seventh in nine games for the Thunder, who defeated the Kings in three of four meetings this season. Tyreke Evans had 24 points and seven assists for the Kings and Carl Landry had 20 points and eight rebounds.

Durant posts 27 points as Thunder edge Kings
Kevin Durant had 27 points and eight rebounds and the Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Sacramento Kings 108-102 on Sunday night.

Back tightness sidelines Mavs C Haywood (AP)
Dallas Mavericks center Brendan Haywood was a late scratch from Saturday's game against the Chicago Bulls because of tightness in his lower back. Haywood, averaging 9.7 points and 10.1 rebounds, left Friday's win over Sacramento after playing just over seven minutes. He was listed in the starting lineup after coach Rick Carlisle said he was a game-time decision.

Mavericks ride Dirk to 10th straight win (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki had 31 points and 12 rebounds, rookie Roddy Beaubois added a career-high 22 points and the Dallas Mavericks extended their season-high winning streak to 10 games with a 108-100 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Beaubois went 9 for 14 from the field and 3 for 6 on 3-pointers in 24-plus minutes, taking advantage of the absence of the team's No.

Landry's 22 and 10 get Kings by Rockets (AP)
Carl Landry had 22 points and 10 rebounds against his former team, leading the Sacramento Kings to an 84-81 win over the Houston Rockets on Wednesday night. The Rockets traded the popular power forward to the Kings in a three-team swap just before the deadline in a deal that sent Tracy McGrady to New York.

Durant's 39 help Thunder outlast Kings (AP)

The Oklahoma City Thunder don't like to see the kind of defensive numbers that ended up on the box score against the Sacramento Kings. Only the fact that the Thunder won anyway provided a tiny measure of redemption. Kevin Durant had 39 points and 10 rebounds, Russell Westbrook added 30 points and 13 assists, and Oklahoma City survived one of its worst defensive performances of the season in a...

NBA suspends Kings' Nocioni 2 games for DUI
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been suspended by the NBA for two games without pay after pleading no contest in California to drunken driving.

Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni suspended 2 games by NBA
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been suspended by the NBA for two games without pay after pleading no contest in California to drunken driving.

Kings' Nocioni suspended 2 games for DUI (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been suspended by the NBA for two games without pay after pleading no contest in California to drunken driving. The suspension was to begin with Tuesday night's game between the Kings and the Thunder in Oklahoma City. Nocioni was arrested about 2 a.m. Nov.

Evans helps Kings hold off Clippers (AP)

For one of the rare times this season, the Sacramento Kings were discussing defense and the role it played in their latest victory. Tyreke Evans scored 22 points to help the Kings beat the Clippers 97-92 on Sunday night. The Clippers shot 37 percent and the points allowed was a season low for Sacramento, which entered the game fourth worst in the NBA in points allowed (106.5).

Williams' 35 lift Jazz over Rockets (AP)

Deron Williams says he plays better when he's angry. After the Utah Jazz lost Friday night in Sacramento, Williams was steaming mad and took it out on the Houston Rockets. "I felt a lot of motivation. I wasn't happy with the way I've been playing, so I wanted to come out and set the tone early," said Williams, who scored 20 of his 35 points in the first quarter in Utah's...

Sacramento Kings' Jason Thompson out up to 2 weeks with injury
The Sacramento Kings say forward Jason Thompson will miss up to two weeks with a lower back injury.

Kings F Thompson could miss 2 weeks (AP)
The Sacramento Kings say forward Jason Thompson will miss up to two weeks with a lower back injury. The Kings said X-rays on Thursday determined that Thompson has two fractures in his lower back. Thompson is averaging 12.7 points and 8.8 rebounds per game this season. Sacramento hosts Utah on Friday night.

Josh Smith scores 27 to lift Hawks (AP)

Josh Smith scored a season-high 27 points, Joe Johnson added 21 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 98-92 on Wednesday night. Al Horford finished with 11 points and 13 rebounds for the Hawks, who have won nine of 11 at home to improve to 22-6 at Philips Arena. Despite 19 points and 12 rebounds from Kevin Love, Minnesota remained stuck with five road wins, tied with Sacramento for...

Hamilton's 30 power Pistons past Kings (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 30 points and the Detroit Pistons pulled away in the third quarter to defeat the struggling Sacramento Kings 101-89 on Tuesday night. After taking a 12-point lead in halftime, Hamilton keyed a third-quarter effort that hiked the Pistons' advantage to 30 at one point. Hamilton scored the first eight points of the quarter and finished the period with 14 as the Pistons took...

Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni pleads no contest to DUI
Kings forward Andres Nocioni has pleaded no contest to drunken driving and will serve two days of community service.

Clippers coach Hughes earns first win (AP)

Eric Gordon scored 14 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, Chris Kaman had 22 points and 16 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat Sacramento 99-89 on Saturday night to give Kim Hughes his first official win as an NBA head coach. The Clippers had lost their first five games after general manager Mike Dunleavy gave up his dual role as coach to Hughes, his longtime assistant.

Suns sweep season series with Kings (AP)

Are the Phoenix Suns, the NBA's highest-scoring team, suddenly becoming a tough defensive team? If the last two games are any indication, they are headed in the right direction. Jason Richardson scored 26 points, Amare Stoudemire had 19 points and 14 rebounds, and Steve Nash had 17 assists, leading the Suns to a 104-88 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

Tracy McGrady traded to New York Knicks in 3-team deal, sources say
The Houston Rockets, Sacramento Kings and New York Knicks have agreed to terms that will expand the Houston-Sacramento deal into a three-way trade that lands Tracy McGrady with the Knicks, according to NBA front-office sources.

Sources: Houston Rockets agree to acquire Sacramento Kings' Kevin Martin
The Rockets have reached agreement to acquire Kevin Martin from the Kings, sources said on Wednesday.

Report: McGrady headed to Kings; Knicks next?
Tracy McGrady is reportedly headed to Sacramento, but is it just a layover on his way to New York?

Report: McGrady headed to Kings; Knicks next?
Tracy McGrady is reportedly headed to Sacramento, but is it just a layover on his way to New York?

Reports: Rockets trade McGrady to Kings (AP)
Published reports say the Houston Rockets have traded Tracy McGrady and his massive expiring contract to the Sacramento Kings for guards Kevin Martin and Sergio Rodriguez, center Hilton Armstrong and forward Kenny Thomas. The Kings also reportedly will get forward Carl Landry, Houston's most productive bench player this season, and seldom-used forward Joey Dorsey.

Wallace, Pierce help Celtics beat Kings (AP)

Rasheed Wallace and Paul Pierce each scored 17 points, and the Boston Celtics held off the Sacramento Kings for a 95-92 victory on Tuesday night. The victory snapped a two-game losing streak for the Celtics, who had lost five of eight games before the All-Star break. Boston is 10-13 since Christmas and has seen its Atlantic Division lead shrink to 4 1/2 games over second-place Toronto.

Watson's career-high 40 power Warriors (AP)

C.J. Watson scored a career-high 40 points and Stephen Curry had a career-best 15 assists to help the Golden State Warriors break out to a 30-point first-half lead on the way to a 130-98 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. With star guard Monta Ellis and his 26.2-point scoring average sidelined for a third straight game with a sprained left knee, the Warriors played one of their...

Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans fuels rookie team to rare Challenge win
Sacramento's Tyreke Evans had 26 points and San Antonio's DeJuan Blair had 22 points and 23 rebounds to give the NBA rookies a rare victory over the sophomores, 140-128 in the Rookie Challenge on Friday night.

Evans, Martin get Kings by Knicks in OT (AP)

Tyreke Evans led a thrilling fourth-quarter comeback, Kevin Martin scored nine of his 17 points in overtime, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New York Knicks 118-114 on Tuesday night to end a six-game losing streak. Evans finished with 27 points, 10 rebounds and six assists, scoring 12 points in the final 7 minutes of regulation after the Knicks had built a 15-point lead.

Sacramento Kings owners Joe, Gavin Maloof to expand skateboarding competition to New York City
The Maloof Money Cup skateboarding competition is expanding to New York City this year.

Durant to defend All-Star H-O-R-S-E win (AP)
Kevin Durant will defend his title in the H-O-R-S-E competition at All-Star weekend. The Oklahoma City forward will face fellow All-Star Rajon Rondo of Boston and Sacramento rookie Omri Casspi. The field was announced Monday night on TNT, which will televise Saturday's events. Durant won the inaugural competition last year in Phoenix, hitting some long jumpers to rally after picking up four...

Bosh's 36 and 11 keep Raptors hot (AP)

Chris Bosh had 36 points and 11 rebounds, Andrea Bargnani scored 22 points and the Toronto Raptors beat the Kings 115-104 on Sunday afternoon, extending Sacramento's losing streak to six games. Hedo Turkoglu and Antoine Wright each scored 16 points as Toronto topped 100 points for the 16th consecutive game and won its seventh straight home game.

Nash, Amare help Suns cap 4-0 road trip (AP)

Less than three weeks ago, the Phoenix Suns came home from a four-game road trip empty-handed and discouraged. The mood around the team is much different after this four-game trip. Steve Nash had 23 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds to help the Phoenix Suns complete a perfect road trip with a 114-102 victory over the struggling Sacramento Kings on Friday night.

Duncan, Spurs survive Kings' late comeback bid
George Hill had 23 points and nine assists, and Tim Duncan added 22 points and 13 rebounds to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 115-113 on Wednesday night.

Duncan, Hill help Spurs hold off Kings (AP)

George Hill had 23 points and nine assists, and Tim Duncan added 22 points and 13 rebounds to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 115-113 on Wednesday night. The Spurs led by 13 in the fourth quarter, but Andres Nocioni's 3-pointer cut it to 113-110 with 4.1 seconds left. After Hill's two free throws built the lead to five, Tyreke Evans made a 3-pointer at the buzzer for...

Afflalo's jumper caps Nuggets' rally past Kings
Arron Afflalo hit a 21-foot baseline jumper with 18.4 seconds left in overtime, and the Denver Nuggets, down by 17 points in the third quarter, rallied to beat the Sacramento Kings 112-109 Monday night.

Afflalo's jumper lifts Nuggets in OT (AP)

Arron Afflalo hit a 21-foot baseline jumper with 18.4 seconds left in overtime, and the Denver Nuggets, down by 17 points in the third quarter, rallied to beat the Sacramento Kings 112-109 Monday night. Kenyon Martin had 24 points and 12 rebounds and Chauncey Billups had 23 points for the Nuggets, who improved to 3-0 in overtime this season and averted being swept in their three-game season series...

Denver Nuggets' Carmelo Anthony misses fifth straight with sprained ankle
Nuggets All-Star forward Carmelo Anthony missed his fifth consecutive game on Monday night against the Sacramento Kings because of a sprained left ankle.

Wallace's 38 and 11 power Bobcats to win (AP)

Gerald Wallace scored a season-high 38 points and had 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats defeated the Sacramento Kings 103-96 on Saturday. Wallace keyed the decisive third quarter when the Bobcats pulled away by outscoring Sacramento 34-13. Scoring on several uncontested baskets inside against the Kings' uninspired defense, Wallace had 19 points to help Charlotte take a 90-67 lead into the...

Wallace sparks spurt, scores 38 in Bobcats' win
Gerald Wallace scored a season-high 38 points and had 11 rebounds and the Charlotte Bobcats defeated the Sacramento Kings 103-96 on Saturday.

Millsap conducts Jazz to fifth consecutive victory
Paul Millsap tied his career high with 32 points in his first start of the season and added 14 rebounds and seven assists as the Utah Jazz won their fifth straight, beating the Sacramento Kings 101-94 on Friday night.

Short-handed Jazz ride Millsap by Kings (AP)

Paul Millsap tied his career high with 32 points in his first start of the season and added 14 rebounds and seven assists as the Utah Jazz won their fifth straight, beating the Sacramento Kings 101-94 on Friday night. It's the longest winning streak of the season for Utah, which was without All-Star Deron Williams and forward Carlos Boozer.

The Utah Jazz will be without Deron Williams and Carlos Boozer vs. the Kings
The Utah Jazz are without All-Star point guard Deron Williams and forward Carlos Boozer for Friday night's game against the Sacramento Kings.

Udrih, Evans help Kings end 7-game skid (AP)

Tyreke Evans looked relieved, smiling in the Sacramento Kings' locker room after an ugly victory over the Golden State Warriors. Evans supplied the scoring early and veteran Beno Udrih delivered late in the game for the Kings. Udrih scored 24 points and Evans had 23 to help Sacramento snap a seven-game losing streak with a 99-96 victory Tuesday night over the Warriors.

Rosters selected for All-Star Weekend Rookie Challenge
Chicago Bulls guard Derrick Rose and Sacramento Kings guard Tyreke Evans are among a cast of 18 players selected for the Rookie Challenge.

Sacramento Kings rookie Jon Brockman hurts hip, may not play
Kings rookie Jon Brockman hurt his hip in practice and is questionable for Monday.

Hip could sideline Kings F Brockman (AP)
Sacramento Kings rookie forward Jon Brockman bruised his left hip in practice and is questionable for Tuesday night's game against Golden State. The team says Brockman hurt himself at Monday's practice. X-rays and a CT scan were negative. Brockman is averaging 2.9 points and 4.7 rebounds per game.

Heat roll past freefalling Kings 115-84 (AP)

Someday, the Miami Heat will play another close game. For now, they'll savor the easy ones. Dwyane Wade had 27 points and eight assists before sitting out the fourth quarter, Michael Beasley added 21 points and 13 rebounds and a bizarre week of blowouts for the Heat continued with a 115-84 victory over the freefalling Sacramento Kings on Saturday night.

Sources: Dallas Mavericks covet trade for Sacramento Kings' Kevin Martin
The Dallas Mavericks are interested in Kevin Martin, if Sacramento is willing to trade him, a source says.

Howard leads Magic over struggling Kings (AP)

Dwight Howard had 19 points and 15 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic became the latest team to bully the struggling Sacramento Kings with a 100-84 victory Friday night that wasn't even that close. Howard beat and bruised an undersized Sacramento front line to help Orlando build a 32-point lead and cruise to its second straight blowout win.

10 players donate $1K per point to Haiti (AP)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol was one of 10 NBA players donating $1,000 for every point he scored to the Clinton Bush Haiti Fund on Friday. The players taking part, all clients of the Wasserman Media Group, included rookie of the year Derrick Rose, Atlanta All-Star Joe Johnson, rookie Tyreke Evans of Sacramento and veteran Antawn Jamison of Washington.

Reps dealing with wrongful-death lawsuit for Sacramento Kings rookie Tyreke Evans
Sacramento Kings rookie Tyreke Evans says he is letting his agent and lawyer deal with a wrongful-death lawsuit resulting from a fatal shooting committed out of his vehicle by a teenage cousin.

Reserve Crawford lifts Hawks past Kings (AP)

Jamal Crawford scored 20 points to lead a strong effort by Atlanta's backups, and the Hawks bounced back from a sluggish start to beat the Sacramento Kings 108-97 on Wednesday night. Crawford, perhaps the NBA's top sixth man, led the Hawks in scoring for the 14th time this season, also knocking down the 22nd four-point play of his career.

Sacramento Kings rookie Tyreke Evans sued over drive-by shooting
Kings rookie Tyreke Evans is being sued over a fatal shooting committed by a teen cousin in his vehicle.

Kings G Evans sued over fatal shooting (AP)
Sacramento Kings rookie Tyreke Evans is being sued over a fatal shooting committed by a teenage cousin in his vehicle. Evans is among four people being sued over the November 2007 drive-by shooting near his home in Chester, just south of Philadelphia. Jamar Evans is serving a nine- to 20-year prison term after admitting he fired out the passenger-side door and killed 19-year-old Marcus Reason.

Surging Bobcats hold off Kings, climb over .500
Gerald Wallace shook off an ankle injury to score 28 points, Raymond Felton finished a rebound shy of a triple-double and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a furious Sacramento comeback bid to beat the Kings 105-103 on Monday.

Bobcats beat Kings to win fifth straight (AP)
Gerald Wallace shook off an ankle injury to score 28 points, Raymond Felton finished a rebound shy of a triple-double and the Charlotte Bobcats held off a furious Sacramento comeback bid to beat the Kings 105-103 on Monday. The Bobcats' fifth straight win and eighth in a row at home proved more difficult than expected.

Wizards give Saunders 600th career victory
Washington Wizards managed to end one of the most dismal, exhausting weeks in franchise history with a victory, giving coach Flip Saunders his 600th career win by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-86 on Saturday night.

Wizards finish tumultuous week with win (AP)

The Washington Wizards managed to end one of the most dismal, exhausting weeks in franchise history with a victory, giving coach Flip Saunders his 600th career win by beating the Sacramento Kings 93-86 on Saturday night. Caron Butler scored 19 points to lead five players in double figures for the Wizards, who on the previous day had their biggest star plead guilty to a felony gun charge and on the...

Haitian C Dalembert donates, lifts 76ers (AP)

Sam Dalembert made a $100,00 donation to help relief efforts in his native Haiti, then had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lift the Philadelphia 76ers to a 98-86 win over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Thaddeus Young scored 20 points for the Sixers and Allen Iverson had 17. Dalembert made all seven of his shots and had three blocks.

NBA, Sacramento Kings support proposal for downtown arena
The NBA and the Sacramento Kings are throwing their support behind a proposal to build a new arena and entertainment complex.

NBA, Kings back downtown arena proposal (AP)
The NBA and the Sacramento Kings are throwing their support behind a proposal to build a new arena and entertainment complex. The league and the Maloof family, which owns the Kings, announced Thursday they would support the plan unveiled by Gerry Kamilos, a Sacramento land developer. Kamilos' proposal involves moving the State Fairgrounds to the Arco Arena site in Natomas, and building a new...

Howard shines, Magic win with big 4th (AP)

Dwight Howard had 30 points and 16 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic used a big run to open the fourth quarter and beat the Sacramento Kings 109-88 on Tuesday night. Ryan Anderson started the 18-4 run with a 3-pointer on the opening possession of the quarter to give the Magic a 79-78 lead. Orlando just built on it from there, holding Sacramento to just one field goal in the first 7:14 of the period.

Sacramento Kings top scorer Kevin Martin ready to practice again
Kings leading scorer Kevin Martin is ready to return to practice after recovering from surgery on his left wrist.

New Orleans Hornets ship Hilton Armstrong to Sacramento Kings, near luxury-tax line
The Sacramento Kings acquired forward Hilton Armstrong from the New Orleans Hornets for a conditional 2016 second-round pick and cash considerations.

Kings acquire F Armstrong from Hornets (AP)
The Sacramento Kings acquired forward Hilton Armstrong from the New Orleans Hornets for a conditional 2016 second-round pick and cash considerations. Kings president of basketball operations Geoff Petrie announced the deal Monday, saying Armstrong would contribute immediately at power forward and center.

Evan snaps Kings' five-game losing streak with late jumper
Tyreke Evans made the tiebreaking jumper with 0.7 seconds left and scored 27 points, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Denver Nuggets 102-100 on Saturday night to snap a season-high, five-game losing streak.

Evans gets Kings by Nuggets with .7 left (AP)

This time, Tyreke Evans was determined to start his move earlier and make sure he got a shot off, something he failed to do twice in game-winning situations in late December. Unlike the other two games, losses to Cleveland and the Lakers, this was a game to savor for Sacramento's rookie guard. Evans made the tiebreaking jumper with 0.7 seconds left and scored 27 points, helping the Kings beat...

Evans' tiebreaking bucket, 27 points lift Kings
Tyreke Evans made the tiebreaking jumper with 0.7 seconds left and scored 27 points, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Denver Nuggets.

Suns hold off Kings to snap 7-game road slide
Steve Nash had 30 points and 12 assists, Amare Stoudemire scored 24 and the Phoenix Suns snapped an seven-game road losing streak with a 113-109 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Nash's 30 and 12 help Suns end road skid (AP)

Steve Nash had 30 points and 12 assists, Amare Stoudemire scored 24 and the Phoenix Suns snapped an seven-game road losing streak with a 113-109 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. The Kings erased an entire 20-point first half deficit but could never take the lead against the Suns, falling for the 14th time in the last 16 meetings between the teams.

Kobe drains buzzer-beater to finish Kings
Kobe Bryant hit yet another buzzer-beating 3-pointer and finished with 39 points as the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Sacramento Kings 109-108 on Friday night.

Kobe deflates Kings with last-second 3-pointer
Kobe Bryant hit yet another buzzer-beating 3-pointer and finished with 39 points as the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Sacramento Kings 109-108 on Friday night.

Bryant's latest buzzer-beater caps rally (AP)

Kobe Bryant hit yet another buzzer-beating 3-pointer and finished with 39 points as the Los Angeles Lakers overcame a 20-point deficit to beat the Sacramento Kings 109-108 on Friday night. Lamar Odom had a season-high 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for the NBA-leading Lakers (26-6). Pau Gasol had 17 points, 16 rebounds and four assists -- one of which set up Bryant's clutch basket from in...

Nowitzki helps Mavericks defeat Kings (AP)

Dirk Nowitzki scored 25 points to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 99-91 victory over the struggling Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. The Mavericks used a 13-0 in the second quarter to take command and never trailed again in improving their record away from home to 12-5, the most road wins in the Western Conference.

Iverson helps 76ers pull away from Kings (AP)

Although not the prolific scorer he was in his earlier years with the Philadelphia 76ers, Allen Iverson is still a difference maker. The 34-year-old Iverson showed he still can score, getting 11 of his 20 points in the third quarter. And his presence alone was a factor as the 76ers pulled away in the final period for a 116-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night.

Nocioni's 3-point range dooms faltering Nuggets
Andres Nocioni made four 3-pointers and scored a season-high 21 points, helping the Sacramento Kings beat the struggling Denver Nuggets 106-101 on Monday night.

Nocioni leads Kings by slumping Nuggets (AP)

Andres Nocioni made four 3-pointers and scored a season-high 21 points, helping the Sacramento Kings beat the struggling Denver Nuggets 106-101 on Monday night. Omri Casspi made a 3-pointer from the corner to put the Kings ahead for good at 97-96. Following a missed shot by Carmelo Anthony, Beno Udrih converted on a fastbreak for a three-point play to give Sacramento a 100-96 lead with 1:41...

Kings nip Nuggets without Evans
The revamped Sacramento Kings won only 11 home games a year ago in posting the worst record in the NBA.

Sacramento Kings GM Geoff Petrie gets three-year contract extension
Geoff Petrie will get another chance to turn the Sacramento Kings from a struggling franchise into a championship contender.

Lakers outlast Kings in 2OT
Kobe Bryant scored 38 points and the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back from a humbling Christmas Day loss to Cleveland by beating the Sacramento Kings 112-103 on Saturday night in double overtime.

Bryant's 38 get Lakers by Kings in 2OT (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 38 points and the Los Angeles Lakers bounced back from a humbling Christmas Day loss to Cleveland by beating the Sacramento Kings 112-103 on Saturday night in double overtime. After Lamar Odom opened the second overtime with a putback basket, Bryant connected on a pair of 3-pointers to put the Lakers in front 109-103 with 2:37 left.

Los Angeles Lakers: Ron Artest hurt in fall at home, won't play
Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest will likely miss Saturday's game against the Sacramento Kings after suffering injuries to his head and left elbow.

Lakers' Artest hurt in fall down stairs (AP)

Los Angeles Lakers forward Ron Artest has injuries to his head and left elbow after falling at his home. Artest didn't travel with the Lakers to Saturday's game at Sacramento after tripping over a box and falling down a flight of stairs at his home on Christmas night, the team said in a news release.

Ilgauskas makes difference in Cavaliers' OT win
LeBron James had 34 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers held the Sacramento Kings scoreless in overtime to pick up a 117-104 win.

James gets triple-double, Cavs win in OT (AP)

LeBron James had 34 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists, and the Cleveland Cavaliers held the Sacramento Kings scoreless in overtime to pick up a 117-104 win Wednesday night. Zydrunas Ilgauskas hit three 3-pointers in the extra session and finished with 25 points as the Cavaliers beat the Kings for the seventh straight time.

Down 35, Kings rally past Bulls
Down 35 points, the Sacramento Kings pulled off the NBA's biggest comeback in 13 years.


Kings rally from 35 down to stun Bulls (AP)

The buzzer sounded, the 35-point comeback was complete and both the ecstatic Sacramento Kings and the stunned Chicago Bulls had trouble describing what had just happened. "Wow! All I can say is, 'Wow!"' Tyreke Evans said after dominating down the stretch and leading the Kings to a 102-98 victory Monday night.

Kings rally from 35-point deficit to dump Bulls
Tyreke Evans and the Sacramento Kings pulled off an incredible comeback, rallying from 35 points down in the second half to stun the Chicago Bulls 102-98 on Monday night.

Kings rally from 35 down to beat Bulls (AP)

Tyreke Evans and the Sacramento Kings pulled off an incredible comeback, rallying from 35 points down in the second half to stun the Chicago Bulls 102-98 on Monday night. The Bulls led 79-44 with 8:50 left in the third quarter and were still up 83-50 two minutes later before the Kings began dominating every facet of the game.

Evans' last-second layup lifts Kings (AP)

Tyreke Evans made a reverse layup around Andrew Bogut with 0.9 seconds left, lifting the Sacramento Kings to a 96-95 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks in a game that featured the NBA's top two rookies. Bogut's baseline jumper hit the side of the backboard as time expired, allowing Sacramento to improve to 2-11 on the road.

Love has 20 and 16 to lift Wolves (AP)

Kevin Love put up 20 points and 16 rebounds, his fifth straight double-double and seventh in nine games since returning from a broken left hand, to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Sacramento Kings 112-96 Friday night. Corey Brewer scored 20 points on 9 for 16 shooting, and the Wolves (5-22) were in front from start to finish for the first time this season, taking advantage of a sloppy,...

Thompson's 23 and 13 lead Kings in rout (AP)

Jason Thompson had 23 points and 13 rebounds to help the Sacramento Kings snap a four-game losing streak by beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 120-100 Saturday night. Tyreke Evans scored 18 points and Beno Udrih had 16 points and seven assists for the Kings. Al Jefferson had 26 points and 11 rebounds for Minnesota, which has lost four straight and is 3-21 overall under rookie coach Kurt Rambis.

Heat C O'Neal misses game vs. Mavericks (AP)
Heat center Jermaine O'Neal missed Friday night's game against Dallas to remain with relatives after a family funeral in South Carolina. He was expected to return to Miami and rejoin the team in time for practice Saturday, coach Erik Spoelstra said. O'Neal also missed Miami's game Sunday in Sacramento to be with his family.

Spurs snap skid behind Jefferson's 23 (AP)

Richard Jefferson broke out of a slump with 23 points, including a dunk to cap a 14-point run at the end of the first half, and San Antonio ended a three-game skid with a 118-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Tony Parker had 18 points and 11 assists for the Spurs, who beat Sacramento for the second time this season and seventh consecutive meeting.

Hornets hold on to beat Kings 96-94 (AP)

David West had 24 points and 12 rebounds, and the New Orleans Hornets held on to beat the Sacramento Kings 96-94 on Tuesday night. Andres Nocioni had a chance to tied it when he rebounded Tyreke Evans' miss and was fouled with just over a second left. He missed his first free throw, then was forced to miss the second in hopes of a putback that never had a chance because of a Kings lane...

Sacramento Kings' Tyreke Evans leaves with apparent leg injury
Sacramento Kings guard and second-leading scorer Tyreke Evans appeared to injure his right leg while making a layup at the end of the first quarter against the New Orleans Hornets on Tuesday night.

Wade's double-double helps Heat control Kings
Dwyane Wade had 34 points and 10 assists and the Miami Heat never trailed in a 115-102 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

Carmelo Anthony to refile suit vs. ex-business manager
Carmelo Anthony's lawsuit that accused his former business manager of misappropriating more than $2 million of his assets has been provisionally dismissed by a federal judge in Sacramento, Calif., so that the NBA star's lawyers can amend the complaint.

Wade's 34 and 10 carry Heat past Kings (AP)

Dwyane Wade had 34 points and 10 assists and the Miami Heat never trailed in a 115-102 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. The Heat used a 29-19 second quarter to take control of the game and led by as many as 19 points in the third quarter. In the fourth, the Kings cut the lead to 97-91 with 5:42 left, but Wade made a pair of jumpers and found Quentin Richardson for a 3-pointer,...

Nash, Stoudemire lead Suns past Kings (AP)

Steve Nash scored 32 points, Amare Stoudemire had 18 points and 21 rebounds and Phoenix used a late 3-point spree to beat Sacramento 115-107 on Saturday night, snapping the Kings' four-game winning streak. Tyreke Evans scored 21 points, and Andres Nocioni had 20 for the Kings, who lost for the eighth straight time in Phoenix.

Amare grabs 21 boards; Suns end Kings' streak
Steve Nash scored 32 points, Amare Stoudemire had 18 points and 21 rebounds and Phoenix used a late 3-point barrage to beat Sacramento 115-107 on Saturday night, snapping the Kings' four-game winning streak.

Family issue to keep Miami Heat center Jermaine O'Neal out vs. the Sacramento Kings
Miami Heat center Jermaine O'Neal said he will miss Sunday's game in Sacramento and might be away from the team for up to a week in order to be in South Carolina with his family after they decided to take his ailing uncle off of life support.

Kings win fourth straight, beat Pacers (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings win their fourth straight game, 110-105 over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night. The Kings improved to a surprising 9-8, sweeping all four games of their homestand. They are 8-2 this season at Arco Arena. Jason Thompson had 22 points, Spencer Hawes 21, Andres Nocioni 13 points and Omri Casspi 10 for the Kings, 7 of 10 from 3-point range...

Kings get control of Hornets for 3rd straight win
Sergio Rodriguez scored a career-high 24 points, Jason Thompson had 22 points and 14 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings won their third straight game with a 112-96 victory Sunday over the New Orleans Hornets.

Kings top Hornets for third straight win (AP)

Sergio Rodriguez scored a career-high 24 points, Jason Thompson had 22 points and 14 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings won their third straight game with a 112-96 victory Sunday over the New Orleans Hornets. The Kings took the lead for good early in the second quarter and led the remainder of the game in upping their home record to 7-2.

New Orleans Hornets' Peja Stojakovic excused from game
Peja Stojakovic has skipped the New Orleans Hornets' trip to Sacramento for personal reasons.

0-16 Nets 1 loss shy of worst NBA start (AP)

The New Jersey Nets dropped their 16th straight game to open the season, moving within one of matching the worst start in NBA history with a 109-96 loss to the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Rookie Tyreke Evans had 21 points and eight rebounds, and Beno Udrih also scored 21 for Sacramento, which never trailed on its way to winning back-to-back games following a four-game losing streak.

NBA: Ex-Kings' assistant scouting boss gambled
The Sacramento Kings said Wednesday they were informed by the NBA that a former employee gambled while on their staff. Jack Mai, the team's former assistant director of scouting, was found to have gambled while with the Kings, who fired him in January. Last season was his eighth with the franchise and third as assistant director of scouting. The Kings' release said the "investigation revealed that Mr. Mai participated in improper wagering activities while a member of this organization.

Former Sacramento Kings employee Jack Mai found to have gambled
The Sacramento Kings say they've been informed by the NBA that a former employee gambled while on their staff.

Grizzlies send reeling Kings to another loss
Rudy Gay scored 24 points, O.J. Mayo added 20 and the Memphis Grizzlies beat Sacramento 116-105 on Monday night, sending the Kings to their fourth straight loss.

Gay leads surging Grizzlies past Kings (AP)

Rudy Gay scored 24 points, O.J. Mayo added 20 and the Memphis Grizzlies beat Sacramento 116-105 on Monday night, sending the Kings to their fourth straight loss. Marc Gasol finished with 18 points and four blocks for Memphis, which won for the fourth time in the last five games. Zach Randolph had 16 and Mike Conley added 11 points and seven assists.

Rockets hold off Kings 113-106 (AP)

Luis Scola scored 22 points and grabbed key rebounds in the final minutes, and the Houston Rockets held off the Sacramento Kings 113-106 Saturday night. The Rockets blew a 15-point, second-quarter lead and had to scrap in the final minutes of the fourth quarter before improving their record in the second game of back-to-backs to 4-0 this season.

Rockets lose 15-point lead, regroup to top Kings
Luis Scola scored 22 points and grabbed key rebounds in the final minutes, and the Houston Rockets held off the Sacramento Kings 113-106 Saturday night.

Shawn Marion to miss Friday's game for Dallas Mavericks
Mavericks forward Shawn Marion (ankle) will miss Friday's game against Sacramento.

Reserves lead Mavs to fifth straight win (AP)

Jason Terry scored 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Dallas got 52 points from the bench and the Mavericks beat the Sacramento Kings 104-102 on Friday night for their fifth straight win. Dallas' reserves scored 25 of the team's 36 points in the fourth quarter as the Mavericks beat the Kings for the 12th consecutive time at home.

Terry's 4th-quarter run fuels Mavericks' victory
Jason Terry scored 12 of his 20 points in the fourth quarter, Dallas got 52 points from the bench and the Mavericks beat the Sacramento Kings 104-102 on Friday night for their fifth straight win.

Salmons helps Bulls snap Kings' streak (AP)

John Salmons scored 23 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Sacramento Kings 101-87 on Tuesday night. It was the first game with more than 100 points for Chicago, which was held under 90 in five of its previous seven games and entered with the NBA's third-worst shooting percentage. The Bulls shot 47 percent and made seven of 12 3-point shots.

Thompson helps Kings win fourth straight (AP)

Jason Thompson had a career-high 27 points and added 11 rebounds for the Sacramento Kings, who won their fourth straight game, defeating the Houston Rockets 109-100 on Friday night. The previous time the Kings won four consecutive games was late in the 2007-08 season. Trevor Ariza scored 28 points for the Rockets.

Kings edge Rockets for rare 4-game win streak
Jason Thompson had a career-high 27 points and added 11 rebounds for the Sacramento Kings, who won their fourth straight game, defeating the Houston Rockets 109-100 on Friday night.

Kings win third straight behind Thompson (AP)

Jason Thompson had 21 points and 14 rebounds to help Sacramento beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 101-98 on Tuesday night, giving the Kings their first three-game winning streak in over a year. Sacramento (4-4) reached the .500 mark for the first time since Dec. 4, 2006. Tyreke Evans had 20 points, eight rebounds and eight assists for the Kings, who made 31 of 36 free throws.

Fantasy Fast Break: What to do with A.I.?
What are the main storylines that Fantasy owners should follow this week in the NBA? Our Sergio Gonzalez suggests owners pay close attention to what goes on in Dallas, L.A., Memphis, Sacramento and Chicago this week.




Sacramento Kings leading scorer Kevin Martin out at least eight weeks after wrist surgery
Kings leading scorer Kevin Martin underwent surgery on his injured left wrist.

Evans shines, Kings 2-0 without Martin (AP)

For the second straight game, the Sacramento Kings showed they can win without leading scorer Kevin Martin. Once again it was rookie Tyreke Evans picking up the slack in the absence of Martin, who fractured his left wrist and will be out for a minimum of two months. Evans scored 18 of his 23 points in the second quarter and Sacramento beat Golden State 120-107 to win back-to-back games for the...

Evans' big second quarter shoots Kings to win
Rookie Tyreke Evans scored 18 of his 23 points in the second quarter and Sacramento beat Golden State 120-107 to win back-to-back games for the first time in nearly a year.

Evans' career-high 32 points help Kings top Jazz
Tyreke Evans scored a career-high 32 points and the Sacramento Kings held off the Utah Jazz for a 104-99 victory Saturday night in their first game without high-scoring guard Kevin Martin.

Rookie G Evans has 32 as Kings top Jazz (AP)

Tyreke Evans scored a career-high 32 points and the Sacramento Kings held off the Utah Jazz for a 104-99 victory Saturday night in their first game without high-scoring guard Kevin Martin. Evans, the fourth overall pick in the June draft, became the focal point of the Kings' offense in place of Martin, who averaged 30.6 points in the first five games.

Kings G Martin will have surgery, miss 8 weeks
Sacramento Kings leading scorer Kevin Martin will be sidelined for about two months after deciding to undergo surgery on his injured wrist. The team said Friday that Martin will have the operation on his left wrist on Monday and is expected to miss at least eight weeks. Martin has a non displaced hairline fracture of the navicular bone in his wrist. Martin is averaging 30.6 points a game for the Kings, who have lost four of five games to open the season.

Sacramento Kings' Andres Nocioni arrested on suspicion of drunken driving
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving.

Kings F Nocioni arrested for DUI (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving. Nocioni was booked into the Sacramento County jail at 3:26 a.m. PST Thursday. Sacramento police Sgt. Norm Leong says Nocioni was pulled over around 2 a.m. in downtown Sacramento when an officer noticed his car weaving.

Kings' top scorer has wrist fracture; status unsure
The Sacramento Kings say leading scorer Kevin Martin has a hairline fracture in his left wrist. An MRI taken Thursday revealed a non displaced hairline fracture of the navicular bone in Martin's left wrist. The team says treatment options are currently being evaluated. Martin is averaging 30.6 points a game for the Kings, who have lost four of five games to open the season. Sacramento was an NBA-worst 17-65 last season.

Sacramento Kings leading scorer Kevin Martin has injured left wrist
The Sacramento Kings say leading scorer Kevin Martin has a hairline fracture in his left wrist.

Kings' Nocioni arrested on drunk driving suspicion
Sacramento Kings forward Andres Nocioni has been arrested on suspicion of drunk driving. Nocioni was booked into the Sacramento County jail early Thursday. Sacramento police Sgt. Norm Leong says Nocioni was pulled over around 2 a.m. in downtown Sacramento when an officer noticed his car weaving. The officer noticed an odor of alcohol and conducted a field test before booking Nocioni on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Kings sign swingman Udoka (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed swingman Ime Udoka to a contract. The team did not release terms of the deal announced Wednesday. Udoka spent the preseason with Portland before being waived last month. Udoka is averaging 6.0 points, 3.2 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game in his five-year career. He has played 227 games for the Los Angeles Lakers, New York, Portland and San Antonio.

Martin scores 48 to lift Kings in OT (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 48 points and Beno Udrih hit a game-tying layup in the closing seconds of regulation to give the Sacramento Kings a 127-116 overtime victory over the Memphis Grizzlies in their home opener Monday night. After starting the season with three straight losses on the road, the Kings came through late to delight a rare sellout crowd in Sacramento.

Spurs' Ginobili gets rabies vaccination (AP)
Manu Ginobili has decided to stay away from bats in the future. The San Antonio Spurs star says on his Facebook page that he had to be vaccinated for rabies after catching a bat and removing it from the court during a victory over Sacramento on Halloween. Ginobili posted Monday that he doesn't know if the bat had rabies but he had to get vaccinated to make sure he was safe.

Iverson expected to make Grizzlies debut Monday
Allen Iverson is expected to make his season debut for the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night at Sacramento. Iverson is recovering from a partial right hamstring tear and missed his third straight game when the Grizzlies played the Nuggets in Denver on Sunday night. Grizzlies coach Lionel Hollins said that when Iverson returns, he'll be part of a three-guard rotation with O.J. Mayo and Mike Conley.

Parker, Jefferson lead Spurs over Kings (AP)

Tony Parker scored 24 points and Richard Jefferson added 21 points, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 113-94 victory over the winless Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. The Spurs got a strong performance from Manu Ginobili, who scored 13 points and had three assists in a reserve role. After scoring 28 points against Chicago on Thursday, Tim Duncan had just seven points Saturday.

Parker scores 24 as Spurs keep Kings winless
Tony Parker scored 24 points and Richard Jefferson added 21 points, leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 113-94 victory over the winless Sacramento Kings on Saturday night.

Spurs cruise to easy victory over Sacramento


Paul's offense, Okafor's defense power Hornets
Chris Paul scored 31 points and Emeka Okafor capped another strong performance by blocking Kevin Martin's tying 3-point attempt in the final seconds to help the Hornets beat the Sacramento Kings 97-92 on Friday night.

Paul, Okafor lead Hornets past Kings (AP)

Chris Paul scored 31 points and Emeka Okafor capped another strong performance by blocking Kevin Martin's tying 3-point attempt in the final seconds to help the Hornets beat the Sacramento Kings 97-92 on Friday night. Okafor, who missed the entire preseason with a sprained toe, finished with 11 points, 13 rebounds and four blocks for his second straight double-double with New Orleans.

Thunder sign G Sefolosha to extension (AP)
Guard Thabo Sefolosha has signed a multiyear contract extension with the Oklahoma City Thunder. General manager Sam Presti announced the new deal Wednesday before the team's season opener against the Sacramento Kings. Terms were not disclosed. Sefolosha averaged 8.5 points and 5.2 rebounds last season with the Thunder after being acquired in a February trade with the Chicago Bulls.

Former Sacramento Kings guard Bobby Jackson retires from NBA
Bobby Jackson is retiring from the NBA. The 12-year veteran guard, who spent six seasons with Sacramento, made the announcement Friday night before the Kings' preseason finale against the Utah Jazz.

Former Kings G Bobby Jackson retires (AP)
Bobby Jackson is retiring from the NBA. The 12-year veteran guard, who spent six seasons with Sacramento, made the announcement Friday night before the Kings' preseason finale against the Utah Jazz. Jackson averaged 9.7 points per game in his career. He was the league's Sixth Man of the Year in 2002-03 with averages of 15.2 points, 3.7 rebounds and 3.1 assists.

Sacramento Kings forward Kevin Martin misses preseason game vs. Oklahoma City Thunder
Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Martin was held out of Thursday night's preseason game against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a sprained left ankle.

Nash injures ankle as Suns beat Kings (AP)

Channing Frye scored 29 points, Amare Stoudemire had 26, and the fast-moving Phoenix Suns overcame the losses of Steve Nash and Grant Hill to beat the Sacramento Kings 143-127 on Tuesday night in their final home preseason game. Nash left in the second half with an injured right ankle and Hill was ejected after getting two technical fouls for arguing with the officials.

Kings' Thompson has 20 and 20 in win (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 32 points, Jason Thompson had 20 points and 20 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings beat the Golden State Warriors 101-94 in a preseason game Saturday night. Corey Maggette scored 28 points for the Warriors (3-3). Coming back from a two-game suspension, Stephen Jackson played all 48 minutes and had 22 points, seven rebounds and four assists.

Bynum, Bryant lead Lakers over Kings (AP)

Andrew Bynum scored 20 of his 24 points in the first half to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 98-92 preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night. Kobe Bryant had 18 points, four rebounds, four assists and four steals for the Lakers (2-1). Bryant was 6 of 16 from the field for Los Angeles, which led 85-63 in the third quarter only to see the Kings close within 95-92 with 1:48 left...

Sacramento Kings' Francisco Garcia out at least 4 months
Kings swingman Francisco Garcia will miss at least four months after undergoing surgery on his injured forearm and wrist.

Sacramento Kings F Francisco Garcia breaks forearm lifting weights
Sacramento Kings swingman Francisco Garcia will have surgery after breaking his right forearm while lifting weights.

Kings' Garcia breaks forearm lifting weights
Sacramento Kings swingman Francisco Garcia will have surgery after breaking his right forearm while lifting weights. The Kings said Garcia was injured on Friday and will have the surgery on Saturday. They provided no timeline for when he might return. Last month, Garcia fractured his right ring finger. The fifth-year player averaged 12.7 points, 3.4 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 65 games, 36 starts, for Sacramento last season.

Oden has another strong game for Blazers (AP)

Greg Oden had 20 points and 12 rebounds in his second consecutive strong performance, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to an 89-86 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night in a preseason game. Juwan Howard scored 14 points for the Blazers (2-0), Brandon Roy had 13, Jerryd Bayless 11 and Andre Miller added 10.

Sacramento Kings rookie Tyreke Evans day to day with knee bruise
Kings rookie Tyreke Evans has a bruised knee and is day to day.

Report: Mason close to deal with Kings
Free-agent swingman Desmond Mason met with the Sacramento Kings this week and could sign as soon as Thursday. Mason took a physical after meeting with Kings officials in Sacramento on Wednesday, a person with knowledge of the meeting told The Associated Press. The preson spoke on condition of anonymity because a deal had not been signed. Mason played only 39 games last season for Oklahoma City, missing the second half of the season with a hyperextended right knee.

Report: Desmond Mason visits Sacramento Kings, takes physical
Free-agent swingman Desmond Mason met with the Sacramento Kings this week and could sign as soon as Thursday.

Mason close to deal with Kings (AP)
Free-agent swingman Desmond Mason met with the Sacramento Kings this week and could sign as soon as Thursday. Mason took a physical after meeting with Kings officials in Sacramento on Wednesday, a person with knowledge of the meeting told The Associated Press. The preson spoke on condition of anonymity because a deal had not been signed.

Mason signs deal with Sacramento Kings
Free-agent swingman Desmond Mason signed a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. Mason flew to Sacramento to meet with Kings officials and take a physical on Wednesday. The Kings announced the deal after getting the results of the physical Thursday. His deal is not guaranteed and will pay him the league minimum of $1.18 million.

Kings sign rookie forward Jon Brockman - Jon Brockman (F) Sacramento Kings
The Kings signed rookie forward Jon Brockman on Tuesday.

What's he gonna do? Laimbeer joins Timberwolves
Former Detroit Pistons "Bad Boy" Bill Laimbeer and former Sacramento head coach Reggie Theus are among the assistants who will work under Kurt Rambis with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team announced the additions Thursday. The staff also includes Dave Wohl, who most recently worked in the Boston Celtics organization. J.B. Bickerstaff is being retained from Kevin McHale's staff. Laimbeer resigned as coach of the WNBA's Detroit Shock earlier this summer.

Warriors sign veteran C Mikki Moore (AP)
The Golden State Warriors have signed free-agent center Mikki Moore. An 11-year NBA veteran, the 7-foot Moore will provide depth in the frontcourt for a team that struggled with injuries at center last season. Moore, 33, averaged 3.9 points and 3.7 rebounds in 17.2 minutes per game last season for Sacramento and Boston.

Report: 'Melo suing ex-business manager
Carmelo Anthony is suing his former business manager, alleging he misappropriated more than $2 million of the Denver Nuggets star's assets. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Sacramento, Calif., on Monday, alleges that Anthony's former business manager, Larry W. Harmon, and employees of Larry Harmon & Associates P.A., breached their fiduciary duties by transferring $1.75 million of Anthony's money without his knowledge or consent to a company formed by Harmon, most of it in 2008.

'Melo suing former business manager (AP)
Carmelo Anthony is suing his former business manager, alleging he misappropriated more than $2 million of the Denver Nuggets star's assets. The lawsuit, filed in U.S. District Court in Sacramento, Calif., on Monday, alleges that Anthony's former business manager, Larry W. Harmon, and employees of Larry Harmon & Associates P.A., breached their fiduciary duties by transferring $1.75 million of...

Celtics sign C-F Shelden Williams (AP)
The Boston Celtics have signed free agent center/forward Shelden Williams to a contract. The Celtics did not disclose terms of the deal Friday, citing team policy. The 6-foot-9, 250-pound Williams was originally drafted by the Atlanta Hawks with the fifth overall pick in the 2006 draft. He was acquired by the Minnesota Timberwolves from the Sacramento Kings in February.

Hornets sign free-agent F Diogu (AP)
The New Orleans Hornets have signed forward Ike Diogu to a free agent contract, hoping he can provide solid backup minutes behind All-Star David West. Diogu, who is 6-foot-9, played in 29 games last season for Portland and Sacramento. He averaged 4.1 points and 1.9 rebounds. Diogu was drafted ninth overall out of Arizona State by the Golden State Warriors in 2005.

Kings agree to 1-year deal with F May (AP)
Free-agent forward Sean May agreed in principle to a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday, hoping for a fresh start for a career that has been derailed by injuries. The Kings announced the agreement Tuesday but did not disclose terms of the contract. May became a free agent when Charlotte declined to make him a one-year qualifying offer of $3.7 million last month.

Kings reach agreement with free agent May
Free-agent forward Sean May has agreed to a one-year contract with the Sacramento Kings. The Kings announced the deal Tuesday. May became a free agent when Charlotte declined to make him a one-year qualifying offer of $3.7 million last month. May was drafted as the 13th pick in 2005 but has been limited because of a knee injury and conditioning. His best season came in 2006-07, when he averaged 11.9 points and 6.7 rebounds.

Sacramento Kings agree with forward Sean May on 1-year deal
The Kings agreed to a deal with free-agent forward Sean May.

Rockets' Turner interviews with Wolves (AP)
Houston Rockets assistant Elston Turner has interviewed to become the next coach for the Minnesota Timberwolves. The interview took place Monday in Las Vegas and lasted a couple of hours, Turner told KRIV-TV in Houston. Turner has worked as an assistant in Sacramento and Portland and was a candidate for the Phoenix Suns coaching job last year.

Kings sign first round pick F Omri Casspi - Omri Casspi (F) Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings signed first round pick, forward Omri Casspi on Friday.

Kings sign 1st-round pick Casspi (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed Israeli forward Omri Casspi, their second first-round pick last month. Casspi was the 23rd overall pick by the Kings, who signed fourth overall pick Tyreke Evans earlier in the week. Casspi, the first player from Israel to be drafted in the NBA's first round, is a 21-year-old with a slashing offensive game.

Kings sign rookie guard Tyreke Evans - Tyreke Evans (G) Sacramento Kings
The Kings signed guard Tyreke Evans, the fourth overall pick in last month's draft, to a contract on Wednesday. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Tyreke Evans, the overall No. 4 draft pick, inks deal with Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings have signed guard Tyreke Evans, the No. 4 overall pick in last month's draft.

Kings sign No. 4 overall pick Evans (AP)
The Sacramento Kings have signed guard Tyreke Evans, the No. 4 overall pick in last month's draft. Evans helped Memphis win 27 games in his lone college season, averaging 17.1 points. He could earn about $3.6 million as a rookie in the deal he signed Wednesday. The Kings had the worst record in the NBA and are counting on Evans to help get things turned around in a hurry.

Kleiza, Billups help Nuggets rip Kings (AP)

With Carmelo Anthony sidelined with a broken a bone in his right hand, the Denver Nuggets needed somebody to fill the void. Linas Kleiza and J.R. Smith are doing their best to make up for the All-Star's absence. Kleiza scored 27 points, Smith had 19 points, seven rebounds and six assists and the Denver Nuggets used strong second and third quarters to beat the Sacramento Kings 118-99 on Tuesday...

Redd scores 44 as Bucks hold off Kings (AP)

Michael Redd's scoring binge through three quarters helped the Milwaukee Bucks assume a big lead Friday night, but it was teammate Charlie Villanueva carrying the load in the fourth quarter when the advantage nearly evaporated. Redd scored a season-high 44 points and Villanueva had 15 of his 24 points in the final period for the Bucks, who held off the Kings for a 129-122 victory.

Warriors G Watson out against Hawks (AP)
Golden State guard C.J. Watson was scheduled to undergo an MRI exam to determine the extent of an injury to his left big toe Friday and will miss the Warriors' game against the Atlanta Hawks. Watson, who scored a career-high 26 points in a 135-133 triple overtime loss to Sacramento on Wednesday night has been suffering from turf toe for a few days.

Kings hold off Warriors 135-133 in 3 OTs (AP)

The Sacramento Kings were eager to get back on the court after a demoralizing loss to Orlando -- and boy did they get to play, all right. Almost all night. John Salmons hit a 17-footer with 1.6 seconds remaining in the third overtime and the Kings held on to beat the injury-depleted Golden State Warriors 135-133 on Wednesday night, ending a 12-game road losing streak dating to Nov.

Magic make NBA-record 23 3s, rout Kings (AP)

Even the guys at the end of the bench were making 3-pointers on a record-setting night for the Orlando Magic. Seldom-used Jeremy Richardson's lone basket proved the most memorable Tuesday night, a 3-pointer with 2:20 left in the fourth quarter that gave the Magic an NBA-record 23 3s in a 139-107 victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Kings end 5-game skid, defeat Mavericks (AP)

The Sacramento Kings will take whatever bright spots they can find. Beating a short-handed Dallas team counts as one. Kevin Martin scored 21 points, Francisco Garcia had seven during a key fourth-quarter stretch, and the Kings ended their five-game losing streak with a 102-95 victory over the Mavericks on Sunday night.

Wade scores 41, Heat top Kings in OT (AP)

Dwyane Wade scored 10 of his 41 points in overtime to help the Miami Heat outlast the Sacramento Kings 119-115 on Friday night. Wade scored the final five points in overtime for the Heat, who had dropped three of four games. Relentless no matter who was covering him, Wade made 11 of 26 shots and 18 of 24 free throws.

Nets G Harris, Bucks C Bogut out Friday (AP)
Nets point guard Devin Harris and Bucks center Andrew Bogut missed Friday night's game between New Jersey and Milwaukee with lingering injuries. Harris aggravated his injured right hamstring on Monday night against Sacramento and did not return. He also missed Wednesday night's win over Memphis. Nets coach Lawrence Frank said Harris, who grew up in Milwaukee and is averaging a team-best 23.1 points...

HoF coach Carril rejoins Kings in consultant role
Pete Carril rejoined the Sacramento Kings on Thursday as a consultant. Carril spent 10 seasons as an assistant coach with the Kings after retiring from his 30-year college coaching career, leaving the club in 2006 to spend more time at home.

Hall of Famer Carril returns to Kings (AP)
Hall of Fame coach Pete Carril just can't stop teaching. The 78-year-old former Princeton coach rejoined the Sacramento Kings on Thursday as a consultant. Carril spent 10 seasons as an assistant coach with the Kings after retiring from his 30-year college coaching career, leaving the club in 2006 to spend more time at his home in New Jersey.

Bulls end 3-game skid, beat Kings 99-94 (AP)

Ben Gordon scored 24 points and the Chicago Bulls beat the Sacramento Kings 99-94 on Tuesday night to snap a three-game losing streak. The Bulls converted 33 of 36 free throws, and the three foul shots they missed nearly cost them. After making its first 29, Chicago converted just four of its final seven, allowing Sacramento to stay in the game.

Nets hand Kings 11th straight road loss (AP)

Vince Carter scored 29 points, Yi Jianlian added 22 points and a season-high 13 rebounds and the New Jersey Nets handed the Sacramento Kings their 11th straight road loss, 98-90 on Monday night. Jarvis Hayes had a go-ahead 3-pointer with 4:53 to play as the Nets won consecutive games at home for the first time this season.

Pacers overcome Martin's 45, beat Kings (AP)

Danny Granger couldn't quite keep up with Kevin Martin's scoring pace, but unlike Martin, he made the most important shot of the game. Granger scored 13 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter, making all six of his free throws in the final 1:30, to help the Indiana Pacers beat the Sacramento Kings 122-117 on Saturday night.

Stuckey's 38 helps Pistons extend streak (AP)

Rodney Stuckey scored 13 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, and the undermanned Detroit Pistons won their sixth straight game with a 98-92 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Allen Iverson and Tayshaun Prince added 23 points each for the Pistons, while Amir Johnson had 10 points and 14 rebounds.

Martin returns, Kings end slide at 6 (AP)

Playing his first game in nearly three weeks, Kevin Martin scored 20 points and the Sacramento Kings snapped a six-game losing streak by beating the Los Angeles Clippers 92-90 Tuesday night. The Kings won despite scoring only two points in the final 4:28. The Clippers were also inept down the stretch, failing to score in the last 3:03 while losing their fourth straight game.

Celtics bounce back, rout Kings 108-63 (AP)

Kevin Garnett had 21 points and 11 rebounds and the Boston Celtics rebounded from back-to-back losses in emphatic fashion, beating the Sacramento Kings 108-63 Sunday night in one of the most one-sided wins in franchise history. The 45-point margin of victory is tied for the sixth biggest ever by the Celtics, who also beat the New York Knicks by that amount last season.

O'Neal leads Raptors past Kings 107-101 (AP)

Jermaine O'Neal got off to a slow start to his career in Toronto, taking time to recover from a knee injury that sidelined him for half of last season. He is starting to find his groove of late, once again looking like the five-time All-Star he was in Indiana before being traded to the Raptors this summer.

Parker leads surging Spurs over Kings (AP)

Tony Parker committed five turnovers in the first 10 minutes but overcame the rough start by scoring 18 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 101-85 victory over the reeling Sacramento Kings on Monday night. Parker was 8-of-17 from the floor and added six assists in 28 minutes as San Antonio (17-10) won for the eighth time in 10 games.

Paul leads Hornets past Kings 99-90 (AP)

Chris Paul had 34 points, nine assists and a season-high eight steals, and the New Orleans Hornets won for the 11th time in 13 games, 99-90 over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. Reserve James Posey added 19 points, and David West had 12 for New Orleans, which built a double-digit lead behind Paul's 16 third-quarter points and allowed Sacramento to get no closer that seven points the rest of...

Yao scores 30 to lead Rockets past Kings (AP)

Yao Ming scored 11 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter, Luis Scola earned his seventh double-double of the season and the Houston Rockets beat the Sacramento Kings 107-96 on Friday night. Scola matched a season high with 23 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, Tracy McGrady scored 18 and Carl Landry added 11 rebounds for the Rockets, who've won six straight at home.

Roy scores 29, Blazers beat Kings 109-77 (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 29 points before sitting out the fourth quarter, and the Portland Trail Blazers snapped a three-game losing streak Tuesday night with a 109-77 victory over the struggling Sacramento Kings. Playing with a splint on his injured right pinkie finger, Roy fell just short of scoring 30 points for the fourth straight game.

Kings win interim coach Natt's debut (AP)
The pregame butterflies in Kenny Natt's stomach grew into a menacing swarm when the Sacramento Kings missed the first 10 shots of his head coaching debut. "I didn't know whether I would have to dress out and get out there and shoot a shot myself, or what," said Natt, the veteran assistant who replaced Reggie Theus earlier Monday.

Kings fire coach Theus; Natt takes over reins
Reggie Theus has been fired as coach of the Sacramento Kings.

Kings fire coach Theus after 6-18 start (AP)
Reggie Theus was fired as coach of the Sacramento Kings on Monday after a 6-18 start to his second season with the club. Assistant coach Kenny Natt took over the Kings at their shootaround before Monday night's game against Minnesota, spokesman Troy Hanson said. Natt is Sacramento's fourth coach in less than three years.

Kobe, Gasol help Lakers beat Kings (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 32 points, Pau Gasol had 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers avenged a loss earlier in the week with a 112-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. The Kings didn't go quietly in the rematch, storming back from a 92-77 deficit early in the fourth quarter to close to 101-98 on Spencer Hawes' 3-pointer with 3:02 remaining.

Knicks score 43 in 1st, rip Kings 114-90 (AP)

Al Harrington made five 3-pointers and scored 33 points Saturday night, helping the New York Knicks beat the slumping Sacramento Kings 114-90. Led by the streak-shooting Harrington, the Knicks got going early, scoring 43 first-quarter points. Harrington delivered again in the third quarter, scoring 16 points, including 11 straight, to help keep the lead in double digits.

Kings snap 8-game skid, stun Lakers (AP)

Kobe Bryant had mastered the art of concentration over cowbells at Arco Arena, where the upstate fans never gave him a moment's peace during the best days of the Lakers' rivalry with their Kings. Now that their clang is pretty much gone from Arco Arena's non-sellout crowds, the Lakers' MVP guard kind of misses the noise -- and in their absence, he missed far too many shots in one of the NBA's most...

Nuggets bounce back from loss, rip Kings (AP)

Chauncey Billups scored 24 points to help the Denver Nuggets beat Sacramento 118-85 on Saturday night, the Kings' eighth straight loss. Denver raced to a 24-8 lead, was ahead by 21 points at the half, and never allowed the cold-shooting Kings to get close in the second half. It was the fourth win in five games for the Nuggets, 7-4 on the road this season.

Big 3rd, Williams' 15 assists lift Jazz (AP)

Deron Williams had nine of his 15 assists during a 44-point third quarter, and the Utah Jazz pulled away for a 120-94 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Williams finished with 13 points before sitting out the fourth quarter and resting his left ankle, which he sprained in the preseason and caused him to miss 13 games.

Nets win in Sacramento for first time since 1997
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Roy has 28 as Blazers rally past Kings (AP)

Brandon Roy scored a season-high 28 points and the Portland Trail Blazers rallied during the final six minutes to beat the Sacramento Kings 91-90 on Monday night. Joel Przybilla added 10 points and 12 rebounds, while Steve Blake had 12 points for the Blazers. Greg Oden made his first start for Portland since returning from a foot injury on Nov.

Lakers go to 11-1, beat Kings 111-101 (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 24 points, Andrew Bynum had 15 points and 10 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers improved the NBA's best record to 11-1 with a 118-108 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. All five Lakers starters reached double figures in points by the third quarter, and eight players finished with 10 or more as the defending Western Conference champions won for the fourth...

Injury-depleted Kings surprise Hornets (AP)

For three quarters, Bobby Jackson did nothing to make the New Orleans Hornets pay for trading him last February. Then he showed them exactly what they were missing in the fourth. John Salmons scored 29 points, and Jackson had all eight of his points in the final 5:10 to help the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings surprise the New Orleans Hornets 105-96 on Wednesday night.

Finley, Duncan lead Spurs over Kings (AP)

Michael Finley scored 21 points and Tim Duncan had 20, including two key baskets in the final minute, in the San Antonio Spurs' 90-88 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Duncan's short jumper tied it with 49 seconds left and his bank shot off a drive put San Antonio ahead for good at 90-88 with 15.5 seconds remaining.

O'Neal helps Suns beat Kings 97-95 in OT (AP)
Shaquille O'Neal tied a season high with 29 points and had 13 rebounds and six assists Friday night to help the short-handed Phoenix Suns beat the Sacramento Kings 97-95 in overtime Friday night. Amare Stoudemire was the star in overtime for the Suns. He had six points, including the winner, and blocked a shot at the buzzer to preserve the seal it.

Barbosa leaves Suns after mother dies
Phoenix Suns guard Leandro Barbosa returned to Brazil after his mother died. He flew to his hometown of Sao Paulo late Thursday after learning of the death of his mother, Ivete Barbosa. Team officials are not sure when Barbosa will return. His mother had been ill, and he missed two weeks of training camp because she was hospitalized. The Suns play the Kings on Friday night in Sacramento.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/453304395" height="1" width="1"/

NBA fines Theus $25K for 'ridiculous' comment
The NBA has fined Sacramento Kings coach Reggie Theus $25,000 for comments he made about the officiating following a loss to Detroit. The league also penalized the Kings $25,000 Thursday for Theus' actions. Theus said it was "ridiculous" that the Pistons took 36 fouls shots to just 17 for the Kings in Detroit's 100-92 victory in Sacramento on Tuesday.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/452181681" height="1" width="1"/

Theus fined $25,000 for comments on refs (AP)
The NBA has fined Sacramento Kings coach Reggie Theus $25,000 for comments he made about the officiating following a loss to Detroit. The league also penalized the Kings $25,000 Thursday for Theus' actions. Theus said it was "ridiculous" that the Pistons took 36 fouls shots to just 17 for the Kings in Detroit's 100-92 victory in Sacramento on Tuesday.

Iverson has 30 in first win with Pistons (AP)

For a veteran like Allen Iverson, a win in November against a lottery team rarely registers as important. After losing his first two games with his new team, that wasn't the case with this victory. Iverson had 30 points, nine assists and provided a spark for Detroit after a slow start, winning his first game since joining the Pistons, 100-92 over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night.

Kings G Martin sprains ankle, out at least a week
Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Martin will miss at least a week after spraining his left ankle in a victory over Golden State on Sunday night.

Martin sprains ankle in Kings' win
Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Martin will miss at least a week after spraining his left ankle in a victory over Golden State on Sunday night. Martin is the NBA's 11th-leading scorer at 22.4 points per game. He had 27 points against the Warriors when he injured his ankle when he fouled on a drive. The Kings said Monday that Martin will be sidelined 7-10 days. The fifth-year pro averages 3.0 assists and 2.9 rebounds.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/449064329" height="1" width="1"/

Kings G Martin out at least a week (AP)
Sacramento Kings guard Kevin Martin will miss at least a week after spraining his left ankle in a victory over Golden State on Sunday night. Martin is the NBA's 11th-leading scorer at 22.4 points per game. He had 27 points against the Warriors when he injured his ankle when he fouled on a drive. The Kings said Monday that Martin will be sidelined 7-10 days.

Martin leads Kings to third straight win (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 27 points, and the Sacramento Kings pulled away in the second half for a convincing 115-98 victory over the struggling Golden State Warriors on Sunday night. The Kings won their third straight game after opening the season with four losses on the road, most of them by lopsided margins.

Kevin Johnson wins bid for mayor of Sacramento
Basketball's Kevin Johnson became mayor of Sacramento, Calif., while Heath Shuler and Sam Wyche scored victories Tuesday that had little to do with football on a night when more than a dozen sports figures ran for office. Joe Mesi, once one of boxing's top heavyweights, had a rough time in the political ring, losing a bid for a legislative seat in New York. Craig Robinson wasn't listed on any ballot, but the first-year Oregon State basketball coach could soon be a frequent White House visitor.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/442980334" height="1" width="1"/

76ers keep Kings winless, 125-91 (AP)
The solution to the Philadelphia 76ers' 3-point shooting woes might be at the end of their bench. Kareem Rush and Donyell Marshall have to hope the way they almost flawlessly buried all those open looks earns them a second look at a bigger role in the rotation. Thaddeus Young scored 18 points, Lou Williams had 17 and the 76ers led by as many as 40 points in a 125-91 rout of the winless Sacramento...

Howard powers Magic to first victory (AP)
The Orlando Magic were one of the best offensive teams in the NBA last season and one of the worst the first two games this season. Things could be back to normal after a rousing 121-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night that featured four Magic starters scoring 20 or more points. Dwight Howard led the way for Orlando with 29 points and 14 rebounds, but he had plenty of help.

Heat score 41 off turnovers, rip Kings (AP)
Dwyane Wade had 20 points and eight assists, Michael Beasley finished with 17 and the Miami Heat scored a whopping 41 points off turnovers to easily beat the Sacramento Kings 103-77 in their home opener Friday night. It was the biggest victory margin for Miami (1-1) since it beat Chicago by 33 points on March 7, 2007, and already, the Heat have gotten to a place last year's club never saw: the...

Rockets prepare for a title run (AP)
The Houston Rockets want to be this season's Boston Celtics. Like Boston last season, the Rockets assembled a "Big Three" of their own by acquiring Ron Artest to join Tracy McGrady and Yao Ming. Artest, who averaged 20.5 points with Sacramento last season, adds toughness, versatility and a third scoring option the Rockets have lacked since McGrady arrived in 2004.

Maloofs' casino OK to take NBA bets, not on Kings
The NBA Board of Governors voted to allow the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas to accept bets on league games even though the Maloof family owns both the casino and the Sacramento Kings, owner George Maloof Jr. said Thursday.

Kings owners can start taking NBA bets
The NBA Board of Governors voted to allow the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas to accept bets on league games even though the Maloof family owns both the casino and the Sacramento Kings, owner George Maloof Jr. said on Thursday. Maloof told The Associated Press the unanimous vote on Thursday means that for the first time the Palms will be allowed to take wagers on all NBA teams, except the Kings.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/430202771" height="1" width="1"/

Maloof-run Palms casino to take NBA bets (AP)
The NBA Board of Governors voted to allow the Palms Casino Resort in Las Vegas to accept bets on league games even though the Maloof family owns both the casino and the Sacramento Kings, owner George Maloof Jr. said Thursday. Maloof told The Associated Press the unanimous vote Thursday means that for the first time the Palms will be allowed to take wagers on all NBA teams, except the Kings.

Artest helps Rockets beat Kings 95-90 (AP)

Yao Ming scored 15 points, Ron Artest added 13 in his first game against his former team and the Houston Rockets beat the Sacramento Kings 95-90 in a preseason game on Friday night. Yao played 27 minutes before twisting his right ankle and leaving for good with 3:07 left in the third quarter. The Rockets said the injury was minor, but coach Rick Adelman didn't take any chances with the All-Star...

Divac becomes Serbian government adviser (AP)
Former NBA star Vlade Divac has become an adviser in Serbia's government. The 40-year-old says he will be in charge of humanitarian issues and sports, and will work with Vice Premier Ivica Dacic. The ex-Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings center told reporters Thursday he has taken up the post in order to help promote humanitarian work in Serbia.

Kings exercise option on Hawes
The Sacramento Kings exercised their contract option on Thursday for center Spencer Hawes for the 2009-10 season. Hawes, the 10th overall pick out of Washington in the 2007 draft, averaged 4.7 points and 3.2 rebounds as a rookie last season. He is expected to back up Brad Miller this fall. Hawes will make $2.18 million this season, and about $2.33 million in 2009-10.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/423037283" height="1" width="1"/

Kings pick up Hawes' option for 2009-10 season
The Sacramento Kings exercised their contract option Thursday on center Spencer Hawes for the 2009-10 season.

Rookie Gordon scores 33 for Clippers (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 29 points in less than 22 minutes for Sacramento, but rookie Eric Gordon scored 33 points and led the Los Angeles Clippers' fourth-quarter rally for a 116-112 victory over the Kings in an exhibition game Wednesday night. Gordon, the seventh overall draft pick from Indiana, looked sharp in just his second preseason appearance after sitting out much of training camp with a...

Kobe has quiet night in Lakers' win (AP)

Pau Gasol had 12 points and six rebounds to help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Sacramento Kings 94-89 in exhibition play Sunday night. Kobe Bryant scored nine points in 25 minutes on 4-of-12 shooting for the Lakers (1-2), Andrew Bynum had nine points, five rebounds and three blocks, and Vladimir Radmanovic also finished with nine points and had seven rebounds.

Oden scores 13 points in Blazers' debut (AP)

Greg Oden announced his delayed arrival to the NBA with a dunk two minutes into the preseason. Oden debuted to a standing ovation, as did the rest of the young Portland Trail Blazers, in a 110-81 exhibition victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Oden finished with 13 points in just under 20 minutes.

Blazers' Webster out with stress fracture in foot
Trail Blazers forward Martell Webster fractured a bone in his left foot Tuesday night in a preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings. The Trail Blazers said Webster will be evaluated to determine the best course of treatment. A timetable for his return was not set. Webster led the Blazers with 15 points and six rebounds in the 110-81 win.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/415310596" height="1" width="1"/

Stress fracture in foot sidelines Blazers' Webster
Trail Blazers forward Martell Webster fractured a bone in his left foot Tuesday night in a preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings.

Oden makes NBA debut in preseason rout
Greg Oden announced his delayed arrival to the NBA with a dunk two minutes into the preseason. Oden debuted to a standing ovation, as did the rest of the young Portland Trail Blazers, in a 110-81 exhibition victory over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Oden finished with 13 points in just under 20 minutes. "The big fella is a beast, man," teammate Brandon Roy said. Oden was the No.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/414582637" height="1" width="1"/

Thunder spend most of preseason on road (AP)

Kevin Durant and his Oklahoma City Thunder teammates will have to wait to get settled into their new hometown. The former SuperSonics spent the offseason relocating from Seattle but their preseason schedule hardly gives them a chance to be at home. They'll start a road trip Wednesday night against Minnesota in Billings, Mont., and swing through Sacramento and Golden State before returning to...

Kings hire Abdur-Rahim as assistant
The Sacramento Kings hired Shareef Abdur-Rahim as an assistant coach Wednesday, a week after the veteran forward retired because of a persistent knee injury. The 31-year-old Abdur-Rahim will join coach Reggie Theus' staff after missing most of last season because of knee problems. Abdur-Rahim retired Sept. 22, shortly before the start of his 13th NBA season.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/408673601" height="1" width="1"/

Retired F Abdur-Rahim joins Kings as assistant
The Sacramento Kings hired Shareef Abdur-Rahim as an assistant coach Wednesday, a week after the veteran forward retired because of a persistent knee injury.

McGrady says shoulder arthritic, knee slow to heal
The Houston Rockets, buzzing about the arrival of Ron Artest, already have injury concerns with Tracy McGrady. Houston's leading scorer said Monday that his left shoulder is arthritic and will require surgery after this season. He also said his left knee is healing slower than expected from surgery in the spring. McGrady sprained his shoulder against Sacramento on March 24, and wore padding to protect it for the rest of the season.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/406724992" height="1" width="1"/

PG Jason Williams retires from NBA (AP)
Jason Williams announced his retirement Friday, ending his 10-year NBA career less than two months after signing with the Los Angeles Clippers. Williams, who helped the Miami Heat to the NBA title in 2006, averaged 11.4 points, 6.3 assists and shot 39.6 percent from the floor in 679 games. The point guard was drafted seventh overall pick in 1998 out of Florida by the Sacramento Kings and averaged...

Kings F Garcia agrees to multiyear deal (AP)
Swingman Francisco Garcia agreed in principle to a multiyear contract extension with the Sacramento Kings on Thursday. Garcia averaged 12.3 points and 2.9 rebounds last season as a key part of coach Reggie Theus' rotation, mostly as a reserve. The 6-foot-7 Dominican from the Bronx is entering his fourth pro season with Sacramento.

Problematic knee forces Abdur-Rahim to retire
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim retired Monday because of a persistent right knee injury.

Kings forward Abdur-Rahim retires with knee woes
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim retired Monday because of a persistent right knee injury. The 31-year-old Abdur-Rahim played 12 NBA seasons for four teams, beginning his career in 1996 when the Vancouver Grizzlies made him the third overall draft pick. The 2002 All-Star averaged 18.1 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in his career, but the power forward reached the playoffs just once, with the Kings in 2006.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/400252017" height="1" width="1"/

Kings F Abdur-Rahim retires (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim retired Monday because of a persistent right knee injury. The 31-year-old Abdur-Rahim played 12 NBA seasons for four teams, beginning his career in 1996 when the Vancouver Grizzlies made him the third overall draft pick. The 2002 All-Star averaged 18.1 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists in his career, but the power forward reached the playoffs just...

Cavaliers sign veteran center Wright
The Cavaliers signed center Lorenzen Wright on Friday to help offset the loss up front of forward Joe Smith. Cleveland has been looking for some frontcourt size since Smith was traded as part of the three-team deal with Memphis and Milwaukee that brought guard Mo Williams to Cleveland. The 6-foot-11, 255-pound Wright played 12 games for Atlanta and five for Sacramento last season, averaging less than a point and 2.1 rebounds. Wright has averaged 8.1 points 6.5 rebounds in 761 career games.

Cavaliers sign F-C Lorenzen Wright (AP)
The Cavaliers signed center Lorenzen Wright on Friday to help offset the loss up front of forward Joe Smith. Cleveland has been looking for some frontcourt size since Smith was traded as part of the three-team deal with Memphis and Milwaukee that brought guard Mo Williams to Cleveland. The 6-foot-11, 255-pound Wright played 12 games for Atlanta and five for Sacramento last season, averaging less...

Suns trade G Strawberry to Rockets (AP)
The Phoenix Suns traded guard D.J. Strawberry to the Houston Rockets on Monday for rookie guard Sean Singletary. "Sean gives us depth at the point guard spot," Suns general manager Steve Kerr said. "We like his instincts and his ability to run a team. He also puts a lot of pressure on the ball." Singletary was the 42nd overall pick in the 2008 draft by the Sacramento Kings, who quickly sent him along...

Rockets formally announce Artest trade
Ron Artest officially joined the Houston Rockets on Thursday. The Rockets announced the five-player trade with Sacramento that also brought forward Patrick Ewing Jr. and guard Sean Singletary in exchange for guard Bobby Jackson, rookie forward Donte Greene and Houston's first-round pick next year. "This is definitely the high point of my career," Artest said in a conference call. "It's the biggest opportunity I've ever had playing basketball.

Yao ends rift, welcomes Artest to Rockets
Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the Rockets from Sacramento for a 2009 first-round pick, guard Bobby Jackson and another player - likely rookie forward Donte Greene.

Yao now welcoming Artest to Rockets (AP)
BEIJING (STATS) -- Yao Ming has quickly squashed any potential rift that could have developed with new teammate Ron Artest prior to the volatile forward's arrival in Houston. Earlier this week, it was widely reported that Artest would be coming to the Rockets from Sacramento for a 2009 first-round pick, guard Bobby Jackson and another player -- likely rookie forward Donte Greene.

Rockets close to acquiring Artest (AP)
The Houston Rockets are close to an agreement to acquire Ron Artest from the Sacramento Kings, two people familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The Rockets will give up guard Bobby Jackson, who played for the Kings from 2000-05, and another player -- likely rookie forward Donte Greene, according to two NBA people who confirmed the deal, but spoke on condition of anonymity...

Magic sign PG Johnson to back up Nelson
The Orlando Magic signed veteran free-agent point guard Anthony Johnson on Tuesday. Johnson will back up starter Jameer Nelson as he enters his 12th NBA season. He played in 69 games last season for the Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings. Johnson had a brief stint with Orlando in the 1999-2000 season, appearing in 18 games. The 33-year-old guard has played with seven different teams, averaging 5.7 points and 2.9 assists.

Magic sign free-agent PG Anthony Johnson (AP)
The Orlando Magic signed veteran free-agent point guard Anthony Johnson on Tuesday. Johnson will back up starter Jameer Nelson as he enters his 12th NBA season. He played in 69 games last season for the Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings. Johnson had a brief stint with Orlando in the 1999-2000 season, appearing in 18 games.

Kings C Miller suspended for drug breach
Brad Miller of the Sacramento Kings was suspended for five games by the NBA on Thursday because the center violated the league drug program. Miller, whose ban is set to begin with the first game of the 2008-09 season, averaged 13.4 points and 9.5 rebounds in 72 games last season.

Kings C Miller suspended for drug breech
Brad Miller of the Sacramento Kings was suspended for five games by the NBA on Thursday because the center violated the league drug program. Miller, whose ban is set to begin with the first game of the 2008-09 season, averaged 13.4 points and 9.5 rebounds in 72 games last season.

Kings' Miller shelved five games for drug violation
Brad Miller of the Sacramento Kings was suspended for five games by the NBA on Thursday because the center violated the league drug program.

Kings C Miller suspended for drug breech (AP)
Brad Miller of the Sacramento Kings was suspended for five games by the NBA on Thursday because the center violated the league drug program. Miller, whose ban is set to begin with the first game of the 2008-09 season, averaged 13.4 points and 9.5 rebounds in 72 games last season.

Kings re-sign Beno Udrih to generous deal
The Sacramento Kings re-signed point guard Beno Udrih on Wednesday, keeping Mike Bibby's successor with a five-year deal. The $32 million contract pleased both Udrih and coach Reggie Theus, who said he made a strong recommendation to top executive Geoff Petrie to keep Udrih. He averaged 12.8 points, 4.3 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 32 minutes in 65 games with the Kings. Udrih also scored a career-high 27 points against the Spurs on Nov. 26.

Kings sign first-round pick Thompson to contract
The Sacramento Kings signed first-round pick Jason Thompson on Tuesday.

Change of heart? Artest rethinking not opting out
After seeing Elton Brand and Baron Davis unexpectedly put themselves on the free-agent market, Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest is second-guessing himself for not doing the same.

Kings hold onto Udrih after outbidding Clippers
The Sacramento Kings found a way to keep their starting point guard, Beno Udrih, despite some fierce competition.

Artest 99 percent sure he won't opt out of contract
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest, attending Tuesday night's Game 6 of the NBA Finals, told ESPN.com that he's "99 percent sure I won't opt out of my contract" this month to become a free agent July 1.

Bavetta works Game 5 of NBA finals
Dick Bavetta, the referee who worked one of the games Tim Donaghy alleged was rigged, was scheduled to officiate Game 5 of the NBA finals on Sunday night. Bavetta worked Game 6 of the Western Conference finals, when the Los Angeles Lakers used a huge free-throw advantage in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings and even a series they eventually won.

Bavetta to ref Game 5 of NBA finals (AP)
Dick Bavetta, the referee who worked one of the games Tim Donaghy alleged was rigged, was scheduled to officiate Game 5 of the NBA finals on Sunday night. Bavetta worked Game 6 of the Western Conference finals, when the Los Angeles Lakers used a huge free-throw advantage in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings and even a series they eventually won.

Kings lament Donaghy's claims from 2002 playoffs
For an NBA player, it was the kind of loss that can take years to get over. Now the Sacramento Kings are dealing with it all over again.

Donaghy claims bring back Kings' pain (AP)
For an NBA player, it was the kind of loss that can take years to get over. Now the Sacramento Kings are dealing with it all over again. A foul discrepancy so lopsided they couldn't help but wonder if they were being cheated. And this week, six years later, accusations that, in fact, they were. On the verge of playing for a championship they would have been favored to win, the Kings lost Game 6 of...

Ex-Sun Johnson leads race for Sacramento mayor
Former NBA All-Star Kevin Johnson held a narrow lead Tuesday in early returns in his quest to unseat a two-term incumbent for mayor of California's capital city.

Person gets second interview with Bulls
Sacramento Kings assistant coach Chuck Person is set to have a second interview with the Chicago Bulls for their vacant head coaching job. A person familiar with the search, who spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity because the search is ongoing, said Person was flying to Chicago on Tuesday. The interview would happen either later Tuesday night or Wednesday.

Report: Bulls to interview Person a second time
Sacramento Kings assistant coach Chuck Person is set to have a second interview with the Chicago Bulls for their vacant head coaching job.

Former executive with NBA's Royals, Kings dies
Joe Axelson, a former executive and general manager for the Cincinnati Royals who remained with the NBA team when the franchise moved first to Kansas City-Omaha and became the Kings, then later shifted to Sacramento, has died. He was 80. Axelson died on Saturday at his home in Coronado, his son, David Axelson, said Sunday. The cause of death was not immediately determined. Axelson received the NBA's first executive of the year award, in 1973 as GM of the Kansas City-Omaha Kings.

Exec that helped move Kings club dies at age 80
Joe Axelson, a former executive and general manager for the Cincinnati Royals who remained with the NBA team when the franchise moved first to Kansas City-Omaha and became the Kings, then later shifted to Sacramento, has died. He was 80.

Former executive Axelson dies at 80 (AP)
Joe Axelson, a former executive and general manager for the Cincinnati Royals who remained with the NBA team when the franchise moved first to Kansas City-Omaha and became the Kings, then later shifted to Sacramento, has died. He was 80. Axelson died on Saturday at his home in Coronado, his son, David Axelson, said Sunday.

Probe of Kevin Johnson won't be reopened (AP)
Authorities say there's no reason for police to reopen an investigation into whether former NBA star Kevin Johnson molested a teenage girl. Sacramento County Sheriff John McGinness said Friday that Johnson's actions, though ill-advised, were not illegal. He said Johnson touched the girl on her shoulders, but not her breasts.

Kings exercise club option for executive Petrie
The Sacramento Kings exercised their club option for president of basketball operations Geoff Petrie on Tuesday, committing to him through the 2009-10 season.

Petrie to stay with Kings through 2010 (AP)
The Sacramento Kings exercised their club option for president of basketball operations Geoff Petrie on Tuesday, committing to him through the 2009-10 season. "We've had the privilege of working with Geoff for the past nine years and consider him to be the best general manager in the NBA," Kings owner Joe Maloof said.

Suns to interview Rockets' assistant Turner
The Phoenix Suns will interview Houston Rockets assistant Elston Turner as a replacement for former head coach Mike D'Antoni. The interview will be next week, the team said Friday. The 48-year-old Turner has been an assistant to coach Rick Adelman for 11 years with Portland, Sacramento and Houston. Turner joins Terry Porter and Mark Jackson as candidates. Porter, a Detroit Pistons' assistant and former head coach at Milwaukee, was interviewed by Suns general manager Steve Kerr on Tuesday.

Suns to interview Rockets asst. Turner (AP)
The Phoenix Suns will interview Houston Rockets assistant Elston Turner as a replacement for former head coach Mike D'Antoni. The interview will be next week, the team said Friday. The 48-year-old Turner has been an assistant to coach Rick Adelman for 11 years with Portland, Sacramento and Houston. Turner joins Terry Porter and Mark Jackson as candidates.

Kings' Artest has surgery to repair thumb ligament
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest had surgery Thursday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb.

Kings F Artest has left thumb surgery (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Ron Artest had surgery Thursday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. Artest, who had the surgery in his native New York, will wear a splint for six weeks. He could return to playing basketball in eight to 10 weeks, giving him plenty of time to recover before training camp with the Kings or another team if he decides to opt out of his contract.

Final 6 seeds in West to be decided (AP)
The Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Hornets cleared up the top of the Western Conference playoff picture Tuesday night by winning. But the middle was still a mess heading into the final day of the season. The Lakers routed Sacramento 124-101 to take the No. 1 seed in the West. New Orleans did its part, beating the Clippers 114-92 to lock up the Southwest Division title and the No.

Lakers secure No. 1 seed in West (AP)

The Los Angeles Lakers began the season in chaos 5 1/2 months ago. They finished it as the Western Conference champions. Pau Gasol had 22 points, leading MVP candidate Kobe Bryant added 20, and the Lakers beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 124-101 Tuesday night to clinch the No. 1 seed in the West and home-court advantage throughout the conference playoffs.

Parker helps Spurs finish 3rd in West (AP)

Tony Parker tied his season high with 32 points and added 11 assists as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 101-98 on Monday night. The victory, coupled with Houston's loss to Utah, put the Spurs in position to clinch third place in the conference for a second straight season. A year ago, they defeated Cleveland in the NBA finals.

Kings hamper Hornets' bid for top seed (AP)

Ron Artest returned from a thumb injury to hit four clutch 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and the Sacramento Kings dealt a big blow to New Orleans' hopes for the top seed in the Western Conference with a 94-91 victory over the Hornets on Saturday night. The loss dropped the Hornets (55-25) into a tie with the Los Angeles Lakers for the top spot in the West with only two games remaining.

Davis boosts Warriors over Kings 140-132 (AP)

Another record-breaking offensive performance kept the Golden State Warriors neck-and-neck in the Western Conference's sprint to the playoffs. If the Warriors don't pick up the pace on defense, Don Nelson isn't sure they can win this race for eighth place. Baron Davis had 33 points and nine assists, Stephen Jackson added 20 points and the Warriors stayed in a tie with Denver for the West's final...

Kings center Miller to miss final games of season
Sacramento center Brad Miller will miss the final five games of the Kings' season with a stress fracture in his left leg and a bone chip in his right elbow.

Kings C Miller will miss final 5 games (AP)
Sacramento center Brad Miller will miss the final five games of the Kings' season with a stress fracture in his left leg and a bone chip in his right elbow. Miller, a two-time All-Star in his 10th NBA season, averaged 13.4 points, 9.5 rebounds and 3.7 assists in a revitalized season after struggling with injuries last year.

Bryant's 29 help Lakers top Kings 114-92 (AP)

Kobe Bryant's injured finger is no problem, as he proved while waving goodbye to Sacramento. Pau Gasol is doing fine on his sprained ankle, and Derek Fisher's right foot isn't slowing him down. Even Vladimir Radmanovic's head is screwed on straight as the healing Los Angeles Lakers roll toward the playoffs.

Lakers' Walton out with strained right hamstring
Forward Luke Walton missed the Lakers' game at Sacramento on Sunday night with a strained right hamstring, adding another injury woe to Los Angeles' long list.

Lakers F Walton out Sunday vs. Kings (AP)
Forward Luke Walton missed the Lakers' game at Sacramento on Sunday night with a strained right hamstring, adding another injury woe to Los Angeles' long list. Walton, who averages 7.1 points, 3.9 rebounds and 3.0 assists as a key depth player for the Lakers, was injured during Los Angeles' home victory over Portland on Wednesday night.

Kings overcome Anthony's 47, top Nuggets (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 36 points despite missing Sacramento's shootaround with the stomach flu, and the Kings dealt a blow to the Denver Nuggets' playoff plans Saturday night with a surprising 118-115 win at the Pepsi Center. The Kings, out of playoff contention and missing Ron Artest (thumb) and Brad Miller (leg), won their fourth straight game and snapped Denver's nine-game home winning streak.

Martin's 26 help Kings beat Clippers (AP)

Kevin Martin hit four 3-pointers while scoring 26 points, and the Sacramento Kings avoided a four-game sweep by the last-place Los Angeles Clippers with a 110-98 victory Thursday night. Francisco Garcia scored 17 points and Mikki Moore added 16 for the Kings, who took a 20-point lead in the third quarter of their fourth victory in five games.

Kings deal Rockets costly loss, 99-98 (AP)

If the Sacramento Kings were in the Eastern Conference, they would be in the thick of the playoff race with huge meaning in every game. In the power-packed West, they have long been eliminated and must take solace in playing the role of spoiler. Ron Artest scored 30 points, Kevin Martin added 27 and the Kings dealt a blow to Houston's chances of winning the Southwest Division with a 99-98 victory...

Report: Artest says he's unlikely to opt out of deal
Ron Artest says it's likely he'll remain with the Sacramento Kings next season rather than opt out of his contract.

Rockets sign C Woods for 10 more days (AP)
The Houston Rockets signed backup center Loren Woods to a second 10-day contract Tuesday before their game against Sacramento. Woods has played only two games since being signed to his first deal on March 21, scoring six points in limited action.

Jamison leads Wizards over Kings (AP)

Although it's been three years since Darius Songaila played in Sacramento, he still knows how to stir up the crowd at Arco Arena. The Washington reserve forward scored seven points in the final 59 seconds and Antawn Jamison had 25 points and 12 rebounds Friday night for the Wizards, who held off the Sacramento Kings 114-108.

Rockets beat Kings, Adelman wins 800th (AP)

Rafer Alston wears the same No. 12 that Rick Adelman wore when he played for the San Diego Rockets nearly 40 years ago. On Monday, Alston helped Adelman get a more significant number -- his 800th career coaching victory. Alston scored 28 points and Tracy McGrady added 17 as the Houston Rockets beat the Sacramento Kings 108-100, making Adelman the 13th coach to reach the milestone.

Grizzlies post rare back-to-back wins (AP)

Juan Carlos Navarro scored 11 of his 22 points in the fourth quarter and the Memphis Grizzlies held on for a 117-111 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. Rudy Gay scored 24 points and Darko Milicic had 19 points and 10 rebounds for Memphis, which has won consecutive games for only the second time this season.

Duncan powers Spurs to rout of Kings (AP)

Tim Duncan had 21 points and 13 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs routed the Sacramento Kings 102-89 on Friday night. Tony Parker added 19 points for the Spurs, who have won two straight after snapping a season-high four-game losing streak Thursday in Chicago. Ron Artest scored 23 points for the Kings -- 17 in the first half -- and Kevin Martin added 20.

Allen helps Celts complete Texas sweep (AP)

Ray Allen returned from a three-game injury absence and a long time on the bench in the fourth quarter to nail a go-ahead 3-pointer with 31.7 seconds left, lifting the Boston Celtics past the Dallas Mavericks 94-90 Thursday night. The Celtics completed an impressive sweep in the Lone Star State, becoming the first team to go 3-0 in San Antonio, Houston and Dallas since the Sacramento Kings in...

Martin's 34 help Kings top Warriors (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 34 points, Ron Artest added 26 and the Sacramento Kings snapped a three-game losing streak against their Northern California rivals, beating the Golden State Warriors 122-105 Tuesday night. Mikki Moore had 19 points and 10 rebounds for the Kings, who had lost five of their last six in a rivalry they mostly dominated before the Warriors' ascension last season.

Maloof brothers to take part in 'Oprah's Big Give'
Sacramento Kings owners Joe and Gavin Maloof are eager to let other people give away their money.

Kings owners to go on 'Oprah's Big Give' (AP)
Sacramento Kings owners Joe and Gavin Maloof are eager to let other people give away their money. They will appear on Sunday's episode of "Oprah's Big Give," the highly rated philanthropy competition produced by Oprah Winfrey in which contestants help other people in need. The Maloof brothers, who have donated $13 million to various Sacramento-area charities since buying the Kings nine years ago,...

Suns rout Kings for fourth straight win (AP)
The Phoenix Suns sure look like they've figured out that Shaquille O'Neal thing. Amare Stoudemire had 30 points and 10 rebounds, and the Suns won their fourth in a row Saturday night with a 127-99 rout of the Sacramento Kings. Gordan Giricek, like O'Neal a recent addition, scored 17 of his season-high 23 points in the first half for Phoenix.

Martin helps Kings hold off Raptors (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 32 points and had eight rebounds Sunday night to help the Sacramento Kings hold off the struggling Toronto Raptors for a 106-100 victory. Ron Artest added 19 points and 10 rebounds, and Mikki Moore scored 17 for the Kings, who have won three of four games. Jason Kapono scored 26 points off the bench for the Raptors, who have lost four straight and five of six.

Artest helps Kings beat Blazers 96-85 (AP)

Uninspired defense had become the norm for the slumping Sacramento Kings in recent weeks. Ron Artest helped solve that problem Thursday night, playing high intensity defense, and scoring 22 points, for the Kings in a 96-85 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. Sacramento had allowed 100 or more points to 11 straight opponents and lost seven of those games, including discouraging defeats to...

Oden practices with Blazers for 1st time
Greg Oden practiced with the Portland Trail Blazers for the first time since right knee surgery ended his season six months ago. Oden, the 7-foot center taken with the first pick in last year's draft, participated in offensive drills and even dunked during 45 minutes of work Wednesday. The Blazers were in Sacramento for Thursday night's game against the Kings. "It was fun," Oden told The Oregonian newspaper. "It felt good to get out there ... and I wasn't hurting at all.

Timberwolves rally past Clippers 99-96 (AP)

Al Jefferson had 30 points and 12 rebounds, Randy Foye tied a career-high with 26 points -- six in the final 1:15 -- and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 13-point third-quarter deficit to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 99-96 on Saturday night. The Timberwolves, who beat Sacramento on Friday night, have won consecutive games for the first time since Feb.

Late FTs get Kings by Lakers 114-113 (AP)

Sacramento's Beno Udrih made two free throws with 4 seconds remaining, and Los Angeles' Kobe Bryant missed an 18-foot jumper at the buzzer Sunday night in the Kings' 114-113 victory over the Lakers. Udrih finished with 25 points and 10 assists for Sacramento, winning for just the second time in nine games in a stretch that included a defeat by the Lakers in Sacramento on Tuesday.

Wolves top Kings despite Martin's 48 (AP)

Al Jefferson had 21 points and 13 rebounds Friday night to help the Minnesota Timberwolves record a rare road win and snap a five-game losing streak with a 111-103 victory over the slumping Sacramento Kings. Kevin Martin scored a career-high 48 points and tied the Kings' Sacramento record by hitting 22 of 24 free throws.

KJ's crossover: Ex-Suns guard running for mayor
Former NBA star Kevin Johnson is jumping into the Sacramento mayor's race.

Kevin Johnson planning to run for Sacramento mayor
Former NBA star Kevin Johnson is jumping into the Sacramento mayor's race. The 42-year-old Johnson announced Wednesday that he'll challenge three-term incumbent Heather Fargo in the municipal election in June. Johnson is the only serious opponent to Fargo, who has governed the capital city as it has slid into a deep real estate slump. Johnson was one of the more popular players in the history of the Phoenix Suns.

Ex-Sun Kevin Johnson to run for mayor (AP)
Former NBA star Kevin Johnson jumped into the Sacramento mayor's race Wednesday, announcing he will challenge three-term incumbent Heather Fargo in the municipal election in June. The 42-year-old Johnson was scheduled to make the announcement at a news conference at the Guild Theater in Oak Park, the Sacramento neighborhood where he grew up and where he has devoted himself to urban renewal...

Bryant's 34, Gasol's 31 keep Lakers hot (AP)

Kobe Bryant scored 17 of his 34 points in an electric fourth-quarter performance, and Pau Gasol added 31 points in the Los Angeles Lakers' 12th victory in 13 games, 117-105 over the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Bryant scored all of his fourth-quarter points in the final 5:56, including 11 straight as the Lakers took their first lead in a mean-spirited game between longtime rivals.

Mavericks sign free agent G Lue (AP)
The Dallas Mavericks signed free agent Tyronn Lue on Tuesday to be their backup point guard. Terms of the deal weren't disclosed. The Sacramento Kings waived Lue on Friday. He was acquired from Atlanta on Feb. 16, but never played for the Kings. Lue averaged 6.8 points, 1.8 assists, 1.2 rebounds over 17 minutes in 33 games for the Hawks.

Knee injury sidelines Wright for season
A knee injury will sideline Dorell Wright for the remainder of the season, the latest piece of bad news to hit the reeling Miami Heat. Wright had surgery Monday to repair a left meniscus tear, which he suffered in the second quarter of Miami's 120-109 loss Sunday night at the Sacramento Kings. Miami wasted a 23-point second-half lead and fell to 11-46, the worst record in the NBA. The Heat said Wright would be in a straight-leg brace for one month, and will begin rehabilitation immediately.

Kidd shoots more, Mavericks get win (AP)

Jason Kidd now understands that the Dallas Mavericks want him to look for his shot. A night after being benched the final 34 seconds of a pivotal game in part because he was reluctant to shoot, Kidd scored a season-high 21 points and was an assist shy of a triple-double, leading the Dallas Mavericks to a 115-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.

Kings waive PG Lue (AP)
The Sacramento Kings waived point guard Tyronn Lue on Friday, putting another veteran free agent on the market for teams looking for depth down the stretch and in the playoffs. Lue never played for the Kings. He was acquired Feb. 16 as part of a trade that brought Anthony Johnson, Sheldon Williams and Lorenzen Wright from Atlanta.

Bibby shines, leads Hawks past Kings (AP)

Mike Bibby had 24 points and 12 assists in his home debut for Atlanta, leading the Hawks to a 123-117 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Joe Johnson had 26 points to lead the Hawks, who had dropped two straight and eight of nine. Josh Childress had 22 of his 25 points in the second half, hitting all nine of his free throw attempts.

Heat end 11-game skid, rout Kings 107-86 (AP)

For one night, it all worked. Half-court alley-oop passes, 3-pointers in transition, even the occasional lucky bounce off the glass. The Miami Heat still have the worst record in the NBA. But they looked nothing like the league's worst team Tuesday night. Shawn Marion scored 24 points on 10-of-14 shooting, Udonis Haslem added 17 and the Heat used a huge third quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings...

Wallace to have more tests after concussion
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace has been suffering from headaches and drowsiness since he was knocked unconscious in a game Friday. Wallace has been experiencing post-concussion symptoms that include soreness in his neck and jaw, the team said Monday. He's scheduled to be examined by a neurologist this week. It's unclear when he'll be able to play again. Wallace was hit in the face by an inadvertent elbow by Sacramento forward Mikki Moore during Friday's loss to the Kings.

Magic's reserves key win over Kings (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic got a huge fourth-quarter effort from their reserves in a 112-93 win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Brian Cook and Keyon Dooling combined for 20 points in a 22-8 run to start the final period, which Orlando entered ahead 74-68.

Bobcats' Wallace out at least 2 weeks
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento. "Gerald is probably going to be two weeks to maybe slightly more," Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said before Saturday's game with the Washington Wizards. "He's in an observation stage." Wallace was knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow to the face by the Kings' Mikki Moore, and was taken to the hospital.

Bobcats' Wallace out two weeks after concussion
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento.

Bobcats F Wallace out at least 2 weeks (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace will miss at least two weeks after suffering his fourth concussion in four seasons Friday night in a loss to Sacramento. "Gerald is probably going to be two weeks to maybe slightly more," Charlotte coach Sam Vincent said before Saturday's game with the Washington Wizards.

Kings edge Bobcats 116-115 in OT (AP)

The health of Bobcats forward Gerald Wallace was the focus after the Sacramento Kings used a frantic finish to beat Charlotte. Wallace was knocked unconscious and had to be wheeled off on a stretcher. That the Kings got 22 points and 14 rebounds from Brad Miller and then overcame Miller's late turnover to edge the Bobcats 116-115 in overtime was an afterthought.

Wallace takes shot to face, leaves on stretcher
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being hit in the face with an inadvertent elbow. A team official said Wallace suffered a concussion and was taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Wallace was double-teaming Kings forward Mikki Moore in the post early in the third quarter and was called for a foul a moment before Moore swung around with the ball. Moore's right elbow hit Wallace directly in the nose.

Bobcats F Wallace suffers concussion (AP)
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being knocked unconscious by an inadvertent elbow. A team official said Wallace sustained a concussion and was taken to a hospital for further evaluation. Wallace was double-teaming Kings forward Mikki Moore in the post early in the third quarter and was called for a foul a...

Artest mum on future after Kings keep him
A day after the NBA trade deadline passed and Ron Artest stayed put, the Sacramento forward skipped into the Kings' locker room about an hour before the tipoff of Friday's game against the Charlotte Bobcats. "Go Kings go! Go Kings go!" Artest yelled. "We don't need any cheerleaders. Go Kings go!" Yet just minutes later when Artest was asked if he was happy to still be a King, the smile was no longer on his face. "I have no comment," Artest said.

Cats' Wallace taken off court on stretcher after hit
Bobcats scoring leader Gerald Wallace was taken off the floor on a stretcher during Friday's game against Sacramento after being hit in the face with an inadvertent elbow.

Artest on remaining a King: 'I have no comment'
A day after the NBA trade deadline passed and Ron Artest stayed put, the Sacramento forward skipped into the Kings' locker room about an hour before the tipoff of Friday's game against the Charlotte Bobcats.

Artest, Kings spoil Bibby's return to Sacramento
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Kings spoil Bibby's homecoming 119-107 (AP)

Ron Artest scored 29 points and Kevin Martin had 26 for the Sacramento Kings in a 119-107 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night that spoiled the homecoming of ex-teammate Mike Bibby. Even with the veteran presence of Bibby who scored 17 points, the Hawks lost their sixth straight game overall and eighth consecutive game in Sacramento, where they haven't won since Feb.

Kings extend Blazers' losing streak to 5 (AP)

Ron Artest scored 24 points, Francisco Garcia added 23, and the Sacramento Kings snapped a three-game losing streak with a 105-94 victory Tuesday night over the Portland Trail Blazers. Travis Outlaw had 23 points for the flat Blazers, who lost their fifth straight. Sacramento was playing its first game without veteran Mike Bibby, who was traded over the weekend to the Atlanta Hawks for point guards...

Hawks give Jeremy Richardson 10-day deal (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks signed guard Jeremy Richardson to a 10-day contract Monday, restoring their roster to 13 players after sending four to the Sacramento Kings in a trade for point guard Mike Bibby. The 6-foot-7 Richardson has played eight games this season with the Memphis Grizzlies and San Antonio Spurs and 12 games with the Fort Wayne Mad Ants of the NBA Development League.

Artest backs off of desire to be traded from Kings
Mike Bibby has been exiled after nearly seven seasons with the Sacramento Kings. Is Ron Artest next?

Kings set to trade Bibby to Hawks
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to acquire veteran point guard Mike Bibby from the Sacramento Kings.

Hawks agree to acquire Bibby from Kings (AP)
The Atlanta Hawks have agreed to acquire veteran point guard Mike Bibby from the Sacramento Kings. Hawks owner Michael Gearon Jr. says the Hawks are to send four players to the Kings. Among them are 2007 first-round pick Shelden Williams and starting point guard Anthony Johnson. The Hawks also would send guard Tyronn Lue and veteran forward-center Lorenzen Wright to the Kings.

Report: Kings set to trade Bibby to Hawks
The Sacramento Kings have reached an agreement in principle to trade guard Mike Bibby to the Atlanta Hawks, the Sacramento Bee reported on its Web site Saturday.

Rockets win eighth in a row on Novak's 3 (AP)

The Houston Rockets enter the All-Star break with an eight-game winning streak thanks to a clutch shot by Steve Novak. Novak hit a 3-pointer, his only field goal of the game, with two seconds left to lead the Rockets to an 89-87 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Ron Artest had rallied the Kings back from an 18-point fourth quarter deficit and his off-balance jump shot gave them...

Warrick's big game lifts Grizzlies (AP)

Hakim Warrick had 24 points and 13 rebounds -- both season-high totals -- to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 107-94 victory over the Sacramento Kings Tuesday night. The victory snapped a six-game losing streak for the Grizzlies and was Memphis' first win since trading Pau Gasol to the Lakers on Feb. 1.

Ellis rallies Kings past Warriors in 4th (AP)

Monta Ellis scored 16 of his 34 points in the fourth quarter, including a key jumper with 12.9 seconds left in the Golden State Warriors' 105-102 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. Stephen Jackson scored 26 points and hit two free throws with 2.4 seconds to play as the Warriors won for the 10th time in 14 games with another stellar late-game effort from Ellis, who's proving...

Report: Kings' Garcia out until after All-Star break
Francisco Garcia will be out until after the All-Star break with a strained lower back, according to The Sacramento Bee.

Kings snap Jazz's 10-game win streak (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 27 points and the Sacramento Kings pulled away in the fourth quarter to beat Utah 117-104 Friday night, ending the Jazz's 10-game winning streak. Ron Artest had 22 points and eight rebounds for Sacramento, which won four of five on its homestand. Brad Miller, who missed the previous game after cutting his right index finger on Sunday while washing the dishes, had 15 points and...

Artest, Martin lead Kings over Bulls (AP)

Ron Artest scored 28 points and Kevin Martin had 26 to help the Sacramento Kings to a 105-101 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Brad Miller had 22 points and 20 rebounds for the Kings, who have won three straight and are 22-24, the closest they've been to .500 since 10 games into the season.

Hornets suffer second straight loss (AP)

Ron Artest scored 24 points, Kevin Martin added 22 on his 25th birthday and the Sacramento Kings handed the New Orleans Hornets back-to-back losses for the first time in seven weeks, beating the Western Conference's top team 112-103 Friday night. The Hornets had won nine straight games before falling at home to Golden State on Wednesday.

Lakers acquire F Gasol from Grizzlies (AP)

The Los Angeles Lakers bolstered their banged-up frontline Friday with a key acquisition -- 7-footer Pau Gasol of the Memphis Grizzlies. The Lakers gave up Kwame Brown, rookie Javaris Crittenton and two first-round draft picks for Gasol. The Spaniard is certain to help a Lakers team reeling from recent injuries to inside players, including blossoming center Andrew Bynum.

Miller lifts Kings over Bobcats 105-91 (AP)

Brad Miller had 22 points and a career-high 21 rebounds Wednesday night to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 105-91 victory over the Charlotte Bobcats. Miller, who seems rejuvenated this season after struggling with injuries last season, shot 8-of-12 from the field and added five assists and three blocks for the Kings, who have won two straight.

Sonics lose club-record 14th straight (AP)

Kevin Martin scored Sacramento's final five points, including a frantic race the length of the court for a 20-footer as the clock expired, and the Kings extended the Seattle SuperSonics' franchise-record losing streak to 14 with a 103-101 victory Sunday night. Damien Wilkins pulled the Sonics even at 101-all, hitting a challenged 3-pointer over John Salmons with 6.1 seconds left.

Boozer powers Jazz over Kings 127-113 (AP)

Carlos Boozer made his first 13 shots and finished with 33 points to lead the Utah Jazz over the Sacramento Kings 127-113 on Friday night. Boozer shot 15-for-19 and had 10 rebounds and Andrei Kirilenko added 25 points, six rebounds and six assists. Deron Williams had 16 points and 14 assists for Utah, which improved to 2-1 against Sacramento and for the first time since 2000 won't lose the season...

Finally healthy, Kings beat Nets 128-94 (AP)

With their three stars in the starting lineup together for the first time, the Sacramento Kings rolled to their most lopsided win in more than two years. Ron Artest scored 27 points, Kevin Martin added 19 and Mike Bibby scored all 15 of his points in the first half to lead the finally healthy Kings to their season-best third straight victory, 128-94 over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night.

Dunleavy: "Me and owner are on same page"
After griping about each other through the media earlier this week, Clippers coach Mike Dunleavy and owner Donald Sterling spoke on the telephone Wednesday and apparently patched things up. "Everything's good," Dunleavy said before the Clippers played Sacramento. "I had a good conversation with (Sterling) today, and overall I think I made him feel comfortable and he made me feel comfortable. Anyway, it's all good and we're going forward.

O'Brien rips Webber from days in Philly (AP)
Chris Webber never really fit in Philadelphia, dissatisfied with his role, the offensive system and all the losing in nearly two ill-fated years with the 76ers. Former coach Jim O'Brien saw the unhappiness forming early in Webber's tenure, shortly after the former All-Star forward was acquired from Sacramento near the 2005 trade deadline.

Kings' Artest wins in return to Indiana (AP)

Ron Artest scored 15 points against his former team, and the Sacramento Kings beat the Indiana Pacers 110-104 on Saturday night. Artest still is disliked by Indiana fans for his role in the brawl between Pacers players and Detroit Pistons fans in 2004. He was booed often, but got his first win against the Pacers since he requested a trade from Indiana two seasons ago.

Pacers lose O'Neal for 2 weeks due to knee injury
Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento. Earlier this week, O'Neal said he was not fully healed from knee surgery to repair torn meniscus cartilage last April. He said he's surprised the healing process has been so slow. O'Neal said he had trouble during Wednesday's practice, but he started that night against Golden State.

Pacers' O'Neal out 2 weeks with bruised left knee
Indiana Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento.

Pacers lose O'Neal for 2 weeks due to knee injury
Pacers forward Jermaine O'Neal will miss at least two weeks with a bruised left knee, team officials said Saturday before Indiana played Sacramento. Earlier this week, O'Neal said he was not fully healed from knee surgery to repair torn meniscus cartilage last April. He said he's surprised the healing process has been so slow. O'Neal said he had trouble during Wednesday's practice, but he started that night against Golden State.

Artest rallies Kings to win in Detroit (AP)

Ron Artest blew kisses to Detroit fans Friday, and why not? He finally has a pleasant memory to take from here. Artest, suspended 73 games after instigating a November 2004 brawl at The Palace of Auburn Hills, came off the bench to score 18 points, including a key basket late in the game, to lift the Sacramento Kings to a 100-93 victory over the Pistons.

Kings lose in Bibby's season debut (AP)

Chris Bosh had 31 points and the Toronto Raptors spoiled Mike Bibby's season debut, beating the Sacramento Kings 116-91 on Wednesday night. Carlos Delfino came off the bench to score a season-high 26 and Toronto won for the fourth time in five games. Jose Calderon had 17 points and 14 assists, Anthony Parker had 12 points and Kris Humphries had 11.

Kings snap Mavericks' 7-game win streak (AP)

After missing nearly six weeks with a groin injury, Kevin Martin still thinks he needs more time to get back up to speed. It's hard to imagine him playing much better than he did in his second game back from the injury. Martin scored 39 points in just under 28 minutes and John Salmons hit a game-winning drive with 2.4 seconds remaining to help the Sacramento Kings snap the Dallas Mavericks'...

Dunleavy leads Pacers past Kings 111-105 (AP)

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP)Mike Dunleavy scored 23 points and the Indiana Pacers never trailed in a 111-105 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night, snapping a three-game losing streak. Ahead 105-103 in the final minute, Jermaine O'Neal made two free throws and Danny Granger hit a 3-pointer with 18 seconds left to help the Pacers end a seven-game road losing streak.

Grizz fold, lose 18th straight in Sacramento
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Salmons rallies Kings past Grizzlies (AP)

For one of the few times this season, the Sacramento Kings found a way to win in the closing seconds. John Salmons had 28 points, 11 rebounds and seven assists to help the Kings rally late in the fourth quarter for a 116-113 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday night. Without some key players all season, the Kings have lacked that closer mentality in losing several tight games this...

Jackson perfect in Hornets' rout of Heat (AP)

Bobby Jackson and Peja Stojakovic laughed together on the sideline, reminiscing about their days with high-scoring Sacramento Kings squads earlier this decade. Nice memories, conjured up by the way they shot the ball for the New Orleans Hornets before a frenzied home crowd on Friday night. Jackson hit a career-high seven 3-pointers and finished with 25 points, helping the Hornets roll to a 114-88...

Pacers C Harrison suspended 5 games (AP)
Indiana Pacers center David Harrison was suspended for five games Friday by the NBA for violating the league's anti-drug program. Harrison's suspension, which is without pay, will begin with Saturday's game at Sacramento, the league said. Pacers president Larry Bird said the team was disappointed with the news.

Kings beat Magic 104-100, end home skid (AP)

Facing a fifth straight home loss, the injury-plagued Sacramento Kings responded by beating the NBA's best road team. John Salmons scored 21 points and Brad Miller had 20 to help the Kings hold off the Orlando Magic, 104-100 on Tuesday night. The win snapped a rare four-game losing streak for the Kings at friendly Arco Arena.

LeBron answers taunts with 24 in 4th (AP)

Right up there with tugging on Superman's cape should be this perpetual no-no: Don't taunt LeBron James. Fueled by some good-natured heckling from Toronto star Chris Bosh's girlfriend and others, James outscored the Raptors 24-20 in the fourth quarter of the Cleveland Cavaliers' 93-90 win on Sunday. It was the latest tour-de-fourth performance by the Cavaliers superstar who has become the NBA's...

Wallace's late FT, block lifts Bulls (AP)

Ben Wallace was at the foul line with the score tied and just seconds to go. Overtime seemed inevitable. Standing at the line, the 41.9 percent free-throw shooter recognized that someone was likely to hit a game-winning shot, if not in regulation, then in overtime. "Why not me?" Wallace wondered. Wallace hit the first of two free throws with 3.2 seconds remaining and then blocked Brad Miller's jumper...

Bulls F Deng day-to-day with Achilles tendinitis
Bulls forward Luol Deng missed the game against the Sacramento Kings on Saturday because of left Achilles' tendinitis and is day to day. Although an MRI on Friday revealed no major structural damage, the Bulls are taking a cautious approach with their second-leading scorer. "We'll sit him out tonight, give him a couple days rest and see how he is on Tuesday," interim coach Jim Boylan said. "Hopefully, the rest will do him some good.

Bulls F Deng out with Achilles' injury (AP)
Bulls forward Luol Deng missed the game against the Sacramento Kings on Saturday because of left Achilles' tendinitis and is day to day. Although an MRI on Friday revealed no major structural damage, the Bulls are taking a cautious approach with their second-leading scorer. "We'll sit him out tonight, give him a couple days rest and see how he is on Tuesday," interim coach Jim Boylan said.

LeBron, Gibson help Cavs hold off Kings (AP)

LeBron James scored 24 points and Daniel Gibson hit a dagger-like 3-pointer with 12 seconds left as the Cleveland Cavaliers avoided embarrassment by beating the short-handed Sacramento Kings 97-93 on Friday night. James, who scored 32 points in the second half when Cleveland beat Atlanta on Wednesday, this time deferred to his teammates in the fourth.

Randolph suspended 1 game for headband toss
Knicks forward Zach Randolph was suspended one game without pay by the NBA on Friday for throwing his headband at a referee. Randolph was called for a foul by Tony Brothers with 1:47 remaining in the third quarter of the Knicks' 107-97 loss to Sacramento on Wednesday. Randolph took off his headband and threw it in the direction of Brothers, landing near his feet. Though Brothers didn't appear to notice at first, the NBA said in releasing the penalty that the headband hit the official.

Randolph suspended for throwing headband (AP)
Knicks forward Zach Randolph was suspended one game without pay by the NBA on Friday for throwing his headband at a referee. Randolph was called for a foul by Tony Brothers with 1:47 remaining in the third quarter of the Knicks' 107-97 loss to Sacramento on Wednesday. Randolph took off his headband and threw it in the direction of Brothers, landing near his feet.

LeBron skips Cavaliers practice with sore big toe
Cavaliers star LeBron James did not practice Thursday because of a sore right big toe and was listed as probable for Friday's game against Sacramento.

LeBron skips practice with sore big toe
Cavaliers star LeBron James did not practice Thursday because of a sore right big toe and was listed as probable for Friday's game against Sacramento. James, who missed a career-high five games earlier this season with a sprained left index finger, scored 36 points in a 98-94 win over the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday night. The Cavaliers went 0-5 without James and at 15-17 are still trying to recover. Coach Mike Brown said after practice that James was fine and likely would play Friday.

Kings overcome injuries, beat Knicks (AP)

No Ron Artest, no Kevin Martin, no Mike Bibby. And somehow, no contest. John Salmons scored a career-high 32 points and the Sacramento Kings shook off more bad injury news Wednesday night to beat the New York Knicks 107-97, snapping a four-game losing streak. Artest had elbow surgery earlier in the day, leaving the Kings without perhaps their three best players.

Latest injury to Kings sidelines Artest 3-4 weeks
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings.

Artest out 3-4 weeks after surgery
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings. After missing two games, Artest had an MRI in his hometown of New York, and it was decided to have the procedure to remove five bone chips right after. Artest is averaging 19.1 points in 19 games, having missed the first seven games of the season while serving an NBA suspension.

Kings F Artest out 3 to 4 weeks (AP)
Ron Artest had surgery on his right elbow Wednesday and will miss three to four weeks, another blow to the injury-depleted Sacramento Kings. After missing two games, Artest had an MRI in his hometown of New York, and it was decided to have the procedure to remove five bone chips right after. Artest is averaging 19.1 points in 19 games, having missed the first seven games of the season while serving...

Stoudemire helps Suns by Kings 117-102 (AP)

Even with an abundance of road games in the first two months of the season, the Phoenix Suns are right where they expected, on top of the Pacific Division standings. Amare Stoudemire scored 31 points and grabbed 17 rebounds to help the Phoenix Suns beat the Sacramento Kings 117-102 on Sunday night. "We've had a tough schedule and after some of those losses it's been emotional in our locker room...

Celts end 11-year drought in Sacramento (AP)

One dominating stretch in the second quarter turned out to be enough to carry the Boston Celtics to a win in their first West Coast game this season. Coach Doc Rivers knows his team will need to play more complete games to beat some of the elite Western Conference teams on the road. Paul Pierce scored 14 of his 16 points during a 33-5 second-quarter run that led the Celtics to their first win in...

Kleiza beats buzzer, Nuggets top Kings (AP)

Linas Kleiza recovered the ball in a scramble and hit a jumper just before the final buzzer sounded, lifting the Denver Nuggets to a thrilling 106-105 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. The Kings kept giving Denver extra chances, like when Brad Miller bricked two free throws with 16.5 seconds left.

Mason undergoes surgery on thumb
Milwaukee Bucks forward Desmond Mason had surgery Saturday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. Mason, injured Wednesday night against Sacramento, is expected to miss six to eight weeks, general manager Larry Harris said. Mason has played 25 games this season, averaging eight points and 3.9 rebounds.

Kings' part-owner arrested on domesic charge
A part-owner of the Sacramento Kings was arrested on a domestic violence charge, but his attorney said Friday there was no physical contact or abuse and no violence. Robert Hernreich, of Edwards, faces two counts of second-degree criminal trespass, harassment and domestic violence, all misdemeanors, the Eagle County sheriff's office said in a statement. The charges stem from an incident Thursday night.

Hernreich arrested on domestic violence charge
A part-owner of the NBA Sacramento Kings was arrested on a domestic violence charge, but his attorney said Friday there was no physical contact or abuse and no violence.

Bucks' Mason to have surgery Saturday
Milwaukee Bucks forward Desmond Mason was scheduled to have surgery Saturday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. Mason, injured Wednesday night against Sacramento, is expected to miss six to eight weeks, general manager Larry Harris said Friday. Mason has played 25 games this season, averaging 8.0 points and 3.9 rebounds.

Bucks F Mason to miss 6-8 weeks (AP)
Milwaukee Bucks forward Desmond Mason was scheduled to have surgery Saturday to repair a torn ligament in his left thumb. Mason, injured Wednesday night against Sacramento, is expected to miss six to eight weeks, general manager Larry Harris said Friday. Mason has played 25 games this season, averaging 8.0 points and 3.9 rebounds.

Artest, Udrih lead Kings over Bucks (AP)

Ron Artest scored 26 points and had eight assists and Beno Udrih hit a career-high six 3-pointers to help the Sacramento Kings beat the Milwaukee Bucks 102-89 Wednesday night to finish 3-2 on its five-game road trip. Udrih, traded to and released by Minnesota on Oct. 29, and signed by the Kings on Nov.

Salmons helps Kings beat slumping Nets (AP)

On the best scoring night of his eight-year NBA career, John Salmons' best move came when he gave the ball up. With New Jersey's defense collapsing on him in the closing seconds Tuesday night, Salmons drove the lane and kicked the ball out to teammate Francisco Garcia, who sank a 3-pointer with 15 seconds left that helped Sacramento beat the slumping Nets 106-101.

Stevenson's 5 3s get Wizards past Kings (AP)

It's been a strange season for DeShawn Stevenson. He's started every game for the Washington Wizards, but sometimes he's been ineffective. Held scoreless in four games, he's led his team in scoring for the past two. On Saturday night, with the Wizards playing without both its top two point guards, Stevenson had 19 points, including five 3-pointers, to lead the Wizards to a 92-79 win over the...

Kings finally get first road win (AP)

The short-handed Sacramento Kings finally got their elusive, long-awaited road win by going back to the basics: shooting, rebounding and passing. Brad Miller had 25 points and 10 rebounds, Mikki Moore tied his career-high with 24 points and the Kings became the final NBA team to win a road game with a 109-99 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night.

Dime: Celtics still rolling
Paul Pierce knocked down 26 against the Kings as the Celtics improved to 18-2. Dime notes that Sacramento was short-handed.

Davis leads Celtics over Kings 90-78 (AP)

Big Baby was the big man for the Boston Celtics. Rookie Glen Davis made his first start since taking his power game and cute name to the NBA from LSU and led Boston to a 90-78 win over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night that kept the Celtics unbeaten at home. The young-looking 289-pound center had 16 points and nine rebounds, and made all 10 of his free throws as Boston improved to an NBA-best...

Kings rally past slumping Bucks 96-93 (AP)

Facing an unfriendly road trip, the Sacramento Kings felt an urgent need to depart Arco Arena with a victory Monday night. It almost didn't happened for the mostly lethargic Kings, who rallied in the fourth quarter behind John Salmons' 22 points for a 93-90 victory over the slumping Milwaukee Bucks. Trailing in a back-and-forth final quarter that saw nine lead changes, Ron Artest made a driving...

Kings rally past slumping Bucks 96-93 (AP)
Facing an unfriendly road trip, the Sacramento Kings felt an urgent need to depart Arco Arena with a victory Monday night. It almost didn't happen for the mostly lethargic Kings, who rallied in the fourth quarter behind John Salmons' 22 points for a 96-93 victory over the slumping Milwaukee Bucks. Trailing in a back-and-forth final quarter that saw nine lead changes, Ron Artest made a driving layup...

Toe injury may keep Perkins out Wednesday
Despite the Boston Celtics' 17-2 record, center Kendrick Perkins failed to get a good night's sleep. What he did get was a sore toe. Perkins said part of his bed fell on his right big toe Monday night and he might miss the Celtics' game Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. It would be the first time Boston has altered its starting five this season. "Man, that's a weird story," Perkins said after practice Tuesday. "I was asleep.

Bad night's sleep hurts Celtics' Perkins (AP)
Despite the Boston Celtics' 17-2 record, center Kendrick Perkins failed to get a good night's sleep. What he did get was a sore toe. Perkins said part of his bed fell on his right big toe Monday night and he might miss the Celtics' game Wednesday against the Sacramento Kings. It would be the first time Boston has altered its starting five this season.

Iverson helps Nuggets beat Kings 101-97 (AP)

Allen Iverson scored 23 points and Kenyon Martin had 20 points, 12 rebounds and five blocks to lead the Denver Nuggets to a 101-97 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. John Salmons led the Kings with 25 points, and Beno Udrih added 24 for Sacramento, which lost for the second straight night.

Kings F Abdur-Rahim out for season (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim had surgery on his right knee Friday and is expected to miss the rest of the season. Abdur-Rahim, in his 11th NBA season, averaged 1.7 points, 1.7 assists and 8.5 minutes per game in six games off the bench this year for Sacramento. Abdur-Rahim averaged 9.9 points last season.

Salmons sparks Kings over Jazz 117-107 (AP)

John Salmons took over the scoring load after Sacramento leading scorer Kevin Martin went down with an injury, scoring 13 straight points for the Kings in one stretch of a 117-107 victory over the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night. Martin scored 25 points before leaving the game in the final minute of the third quarter with a pulled groin.

Artest, Kings ruin Adelman's return to Sacramento
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Kings spoil Adelman's return to Arco (AP)

Ron Artest and Kevin Martin each scored 26 points, and the Sacramento Kings spoiled former coach Rick Adelman's return to Arco Arena by beating the Houston Rockets 107-99. The Kings took the lead for good with a strong third quarter and withstood a Tracy McGrady-led charge by Houston. McGrady scored 28 of his 40 points in the second half.

Jackson's late 3s lift Warriors by Kings (AP)

Stephen Jackson made two 3-pointers in a 20-second span late in the fourth quarter and Monta Ellis had 22 points to rally the Golden State Warriors to a 103-96 victory Wednesday night over the Sacramento Kings. Despite missing from long-range most of the evening, Jackson made two big ones when it counted for Golden State, which scored the game's final nine points.

Udrih burns Spurs as Kings win 112-99 (AP)

Beno Udrih scored a career-high 27 points against his former team while holding down Tony Parker on defense, and the Sacramento Kings snapped San Antonio's five-game winning streak with a 112-99 victory against the Spurs on Monday night. Ron Artest added 20 points and Brad Miller had 17 points, 10 boards and seven assists.

Suns beat Kings for sixth straight win (AP)

The offensive-minded Phoenix Suns turned up their defense at the right time. Amare Stoudemire had 26 points and 13 rebounds, and the Suns held on for a 100-98 win over Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Stoudemire scored the Suns' final six points and blocked a John Salmons 3-point attempt with a second left, leading Phoenix to its sixth straight win.

Suns score 47 in first, rout Kings (AP)

Shawn Marion and Steve Nash led a 47-point first quarter, and the Phoenix Suns beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 127-111 Wednesday night for their seventh straight victory. Marion, who finished with a season-high 25 points, scored 13 points in the opening period, while Nash, who wound up with 18 points and 15 assists, had 12 points and six assists as the Suns built a 47-38 lead and never...

Artest returns to Sacramento for personal reasons
Forward Ron Artest, who scored a season-high 33 points for Sacramento against Phoenix on Tuesday night, missed Wednesday night's rematch against the Suns for personal reasons.

Udrih helps Kings beat Pistons 105-95 (AP)

Beno Udrih had 23 points and six assists to help the Sacramento Kings beat the Detroit Pistons 105-95 on Sunday night. Udrih, a late preseason cut by San Antonio who came to the Kings as a backup, has quickly become a starter. He showed why against the Pistons, making 9 of 13 shots and all five of his free throws attempts and fueling a strong second half by the Kings.

Martin's 43 gets Kings by Knicks in 2OT (AP)

Kevin Martin scored a career-high 43 points to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 123-118 double-overtime victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. After failing to put away the Knicks in regulation, the Kings finally did in the second overtime. They opened the five-minute overtime with a 9-2 run, with Martin's 3-pointer giving them a 116-109 lead with 1:34 left.

Martin, Kings down Knicks in 2OT
Kevin Martin scored a career-high 43 points to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 123-118 double-overtime victory over the New York Knicks on Friday night. After failing to put away the Knicks in regulation, the Kings finally did in the second overtime. They opened the five-minute overtime with a 9-2 run, with Martin's 3-pointer giving them a 116-109 lead with 1:34 left.

Marbury demoted, will come off bench vs. Kings
Stephon Marbury joked about his new reserve role before the New York Knicks' game against Sacramento on Friday night.

Marbury to come off bench against Kings
Stephon Marbury joked about his new reserve role before the New York Knicks' game against Sacramento on Friday night. "I guess I'll be competing with Manu Ginobli and Jason Terry for Sixth Man of Year," Marbury said. "This is just another chapter and I have to make an adjustment. I'm not going to cry about it." Marbury, back for his second game after skipping out on the team in Phoenix following a clash with coach Isiah Thomas, wasn't in the starting lineup.

Sacramento parts ways with PG Greene
The Sacramento Kings waived guard Orien Greene on Thursday after just seven games with the club. Greene, a third-year pro, started two early games as Sacramento's point guard in place of injured Mike Bibby. But Greene lost the job early on, and newcomer Beno Udrih had 17 points and five assists in the Kings' loss to Minnesota on Wednesday night.

McCants looks healthy in Wolves' 1st win
Minnesota's role for Rashad McCants was expanded during the offseason overhaul. Well, this was the kind of game the Timberwolves hope to get more often from McCants, who has the ability to race to the basket and swish an outside shot with the best of them. McCants scored a career-high 33 points on 13-for-22 shooting in Minnesota's first victory this season, 108-103 over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. "This is his opportunity to be that type of player," coach Randy Wittman said.

McCants leads Timberwolves to first win (AP)

The Timberwolves want Rashad McCants to shoot, and that's just what he did. McCants scored a career-high 33 points on 13-for-22 shooting in Minnesota's first victory this season, 108-103 over the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday night. Ron Artest returned from his seven-game suspension with 17 points and six assists for the Kings, who have lost all five of their road games.

DA won't pursue charges against Kings' Williams
Prosecutors declined to file charges Tuesday against Sacramento Kings center Justin Williams over allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman.

Prosecutors won't charge Kings center
Prosecutors have declined to file charges against Sacramento Kings center Justin Williams over allegations that he sexually assaulted a woman. Their decision was based on a report by Sacramento police investigators, who found there was not enough evidence to support criminal charges. In a statement issued Tuesday, the Sacramento County district attorney's office said it agreed with police but declined further comment.

Jazz win fourth straight
Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 10 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 117-93 on Monday night. Andrei Kirilenko added 15 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three blocks for the Jazz, who won their fourth in a row. The Kings played without three of their starters and were outrebounded 41-32 and committed 19 turnovers. John Salmons led Sacramento with 22 points.

Boozer leads Jazz past undermanned Kings (AP)

Carlos Boozer had 32 points and 10 rebounds for his seventh double-double of the season and the Utah Jazz beat the short-handed Sacramento Kings 117-93 on Monday night. Andrei Kirilenko added 15 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three blocks for the Jazz, who won their fourth in a row. The Kings played without three of their starters and were outrebounded 41-32 and committed 19 turnovers.

Kings beat winless Timberwolves 100-93 (AP)

Kevin Martin had 29 points and Brad Miller added 12 points and 16 rebounds to lead the Sacramento Kings 100-93 over the winless Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday night. John Salmons had 19 points and three steals for the Kings who were playing at home for the second night in a row. Al Jefferson had 17 points and 12 rebounds and Rashad McCants came off the bench to score 16 points for Minnesota in...

James fuels Cavs' rally with 8 late points
LeBron James rallied the Cavaliers with eight points in the final 2:57, and the Cavaliers hung on for a 93-91 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Devin Brown had 20 points and a career-high 11 rebounds for the Cavaliers, who treaded dangerously close to a surprising upset loss until James scored eight of their final 10 points in the fourth stop of Cleveland's six-game road trip.

James rallies Cavaliers past Kings 93-91 (AP)

LeBron James rallied the Cavaliers with eight points in the final 2:57, and the Cavaliers hung on for a 93-91 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. Devin Brown had 20 points and a career-high 11 rebounds for the Cavaliers, who treaded dangerously close to a surprising upset loss until James scored eight of their final 10 points in the fourth stop of a six-game road trip.

Kings' Theus gets first win (AP)

Francisco Garcia's timely 3-pointer saved the Sacramento Kings from what would have been quite the double whammy in their home opener. Garcia hit a go-ahead baseline 3 with 29 seconds to play, lifting Sacramento to a 104-98 victory over the Seattle SuperSonics and a win for new coach Reggie Theus in his Arco Arena debut.

Mavs shoot 65 percent to rout Kings (AP)

Point guard J.J. Barea made the most of his first NBA start, hitting 9 of 11 shots for a career-high 25 points, and leading the Dallas Mavericks past the Sacramento Kings 123-102 in their home opener Saturday night. The Mavericks had 101 points by the end of the third quarter and threatened the franchise's record for shooting accuracy.

Unbeaten Spurs roll past winless Kings (AP)

Tim Duncan and Tony Parker scored 15 points apiece, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Sacramento Kings 96-80 Friday night to remain unbeaten. The Spurs are 3-0 for the first time since the 2000-01 season, when they finished with the best record in the league. The Kings have yet to win a game this season.

Sacramento hopes to fill hole with Udrih
Guard Beno Udrih signed with the Sacramento Kings on Thursday, potentially filling a hole in the club's lineup while Mike Bibby is out with a thumb injury. Udrih, who won two NBA championship rings with the San Antonio Spurs, was waived Monday by the Minnesota Timberwolves after they acquired him in a trade with San Antonio earlier in the day.

Kings sign G Udrih to fill in for Bibby (AP)
Guard Beno Udrih signed with the Sacramento Kings on Thursday, potentially filling a hole in the club's lineup while Mike Bibby is out with a thumb injury. Udrih, who won two NBA championship rings with the San Antonio Spurs, was waived Monday by the Minnesota Timberwolves after they acquired him in a trade with San Antonio earlier in the day.

Hornets mark return to Big Easy with win (AP)

When Chris Paul reported for training camp, he declared that the Hornets had all the tools in place to make their full-time return to New Orleans a special one. On opening night, at least, they were as good as advertised. Paul had 22 points and 12 assists, while Peja Stojakovic showed some of his All-Star form of old with 19 points to help the Hornets beat the Sacramento Kings 104-90 on Wednesday...

Stern adding to All-Star weekend in NO (AP)
The NBA's All-Star weekend is going to be a working vacation. With the festivities heading to New Orleans this season, the league is planning an All-Star day of service on that Friday to kick off events. NBA commissioner David Stern will announce those plans at a news conference Wednesday before the Hornets host Sacramento that night.

Bryant misses Lakers' exhibition win (AP)

Ronny Turiaf and Andrew Bynum each scored 18 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers past the Sacramento Kings 101-97 on Friday night in the team's final preseason game. Turiaf, who was 5-of-7 from the field, had eight rebounds, while Bynum, who was 7-of-10 from the field, had seven. Also for the Lakers, who finished 3-4 in the preseason, Derek Fisher added 15 points with five assists.

Bryant sits out Lakers practice, should play
Kobe Bryant didn't practice with the Los Angeles Lakers on Saturday because of the sprained right wrist that kept him out of Friday night's final exhibition game against the Sacramento Kings in Las Vegas. Bryant didn't travel to Las Vegas with the team and his status was day-to-day, Lakers spokesman John Black said Coach Phil Jackson said he expected Bryant to play Tuesday night in the season opener against the Houston Rockets.

Ex-governor hired to negotiate Kings' arena deal
The California State Fair is bringing in former Gov. Pete Wilson for negotiations with the National Basketball Association that could result in a new arena for the Sacramento Kings at the Cal Expo fairgrounds.

Thumb injury could sideline Bibby for 6-10 weeks
Sacramento Kings point guard Mike Bibby tore a ligament in his left thumb and could be out six to 10 weeks, Kings Coach Reggie Theus said.

Bibby out with torn thumb ligament
Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby will miss at least the first six weeks of the regular season after tearing a ligament in his left thumb. Bibby was injured during Thursday's practice, and an MRI revealed the tear Friday night. The injury could sideline the point guard for two months or longer, the team said. Bibby averaged 17.1 points and 4.7 assists last season while playing in all 82 games for the Kings, who missed the playoffs for the first time in nine seasons.

Kings G Bibby to miss at least 6 weeks (AP)
Sacramento Kings guard Mike Bibby will miss at least the first six weeks of the regular season after tearing a ligament in his left thumb. Bibby was injured during Thursday's practice, and an MRI revealed the tear Friday night. The injury could sideline the point guard for two months or longer, the team said.

Wrist injury to Kobe not considered serious
Kobe Bryant will miss the Los Angeles Lakers' exhibition game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday night because of a sprained right wrist - an injury that isn't considered to be serious. Lakers spokesman John Black said Bryant didn't travel to Las Vegas for the team's seventh and final exhibition game. "We'll have an update Saturday when he comes to practice," Black said. Lakers coach Phil Jackson said Thursday that Bryant told him a day earlier that he thought his wrist would be OK.

Bryant to miss Lakers' exhibition finale (AP)
Kobe Bryant will miss the Los Angeles Lakers' exhibition game against the Sacramento Kings on Friday night because of a sprained right wrist -- an injury that isn't considered to be serious. Lakers spokesman John Black said Bryant didn't travel to Las Vegas for the team's seventh and final exhibition game.

Howard to be re-evaluated next week
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard is out with a sprained left wrist and will be re-evaluated next week. An MRI exam Wednesday revealed the sprain after Howard injured his wrist Tuesday night in the Mavericks' final preseason game, a 96-88 victory against Chicago. Howard will miss the first two games of the regular season anyway because of his suspension for an altercation with Sacramento center Brad Miller in an earlier preseason game.

Mavs F Howard out with sprained wrist (AP)
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard is out with a sprained left wrist and will be re-evaluated next week. An MRI exam Wednesday revealed the sprain after Howard injured his wrist Tuesday night in the Mavericks' final preseason game, a 96-88 victory against Chicago. Howard will miss the first two games of the regular season anyway because of his suspension for an altercation with Sacramento center...

Report: Kings' Williams has 'proof' of innocence
The lawyer for Sacramento Kings backup center Justin Williams claims his client had consensual sex with a woman accusing him of rape and he can prove it, according to a published report.

Kings center's lawyer: No sexual assault
Sacramento Kings reserve center Justin Williams and his girlfriend had consensual sex with the woman who is accusing him of sexual assault, his attorney said Saturday. "In no way, shape or form did anything wrong happen," William Portanova said in a telephone interview. "Unequivocally, 100 percent, nothing wrong." Police announced Thursday they were investigating allegations that Williams had sexually assaulted a woman. They were notified by a hospital on the morning of Oct.

Howard suspended after shoving Miller
Dallas Mavericks forward Josh Howard has been suspended for the first two games of the regular season for his involvement in an altercation with Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller, the NBA announced Friday.

NBA suspends Josh Howard two games
Josh Howard of the Dallas Mavericks has been suspended two games without pay for his involvement in an altercation with Sacramento Kings center Brad Miller, it was announced today by Stu Jackson, NBA Executive Vice President Basketball Operations. Howard escalated a situation involving Miller and Mavericks’ guard Devin Harris by running across the court, striking [...]

Police unsure of timetable in Williams investigation
Police plan to send the findings of their sexual assault investigation of Sacramento Kings player Justin Williams to prosecutors but said Friday they do not know how long that might take.

Mavs' Howard suspended 2 games for fight (AP)
Mavericks forward Josh Howard was suspended Friday for the first two games of the regular season, punishment for a fight with Sacramento center Brad Miller earlier in the week. Howard was ejected from an exhibition Tuesday against the Kings after delivering a forearm to the back of Miller's neck. He also pushed Miller, who had shoved Dallas guard Devin Harris to the ground.

Kings place reserve center on indefinite leave
Authorities are investigating allegations that Sacramento Kings player Justin Williams sexually assaulted a female acquaintance, police said Thursday. Williams has been given an indefinite leave of absence.

Kings' Williams accused of sex assault (AP)

Authorities are investigating allegations that Sacramento Kings player Justin Williams sexually assaulted a female acquaintance, a Sacramento Police Department spokesman said Thursday. Team spokesman Troy Hanson said Williams has been given an indefinite leave of absence and returned to Sacramento from a road trip to New Mexico to obtain a lawyer, a step recommended by team officials.

Sacramento police search Williams' home
Authorities are investigating allegations that Sacramento Kings player Justin Williams sexually assaulted a female acquaintance, a Sacramento Police Department spokesman said Thursday. Criminal investigators searched Williams' home Wednesday night, leaving with some items that police are evaluating, Sgt. Matt Young said during a news conference. Williams, a reserve center, has not been charged and is cooperating with officers, Young said.

Roy could return to Trail Blazers' lineup by Friday
Brandon Roy, the NBA rookie of the year last season, could play Friday night in Portland's exhibition game against Sacramento

Mavs' Howard, Kings' Miller in scuffle (AP)

Jason Terry made a 3-pointer with four seconds left to lead the Dallas Mavericks to a 101-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings in a preseason game on Tuesday night. Sacramento led for much of the night, but the Mavericks were 9-of-17 from the field in the fourth quarter and got 11 points from forward Dirk Nowitzki to pull out the win.

Marion powers Suns in preseason opener (AP)

Shawn Marion had 18 points and 12 rebounds for the Phoenix Suns as they opened the preseason with a convincing 110-99 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night. With Grant Hill getting 17 points and eight rebounds in his first game in a Phoenix uniform, the Suns were off and running from the start, outscoring the Kings 29-18 in the first quarter and led the rest of the way.

Ridnour breaks nose, in mask 4-5 weeks
Seattle guard Luke Ridnour broke his nose in the SuperSonics' preseason opener and will have to wear a mask for at least the next month. Ridnour caught an elbow from Sacramento's Ron Artest midway through the first quarter Tuesday night. Ridnour was examined in Sacramento, but underwent additional tests Wednesday back in Seattle. A CT scan revealed a non-displaced fracture of the nasal bone.

SuperSonics G Ridnour breaks nose (AP)
Seattle guard Luke Ridnour broke his nose in the SuperSonics' preseason opener and will have to wear a mask for at least the next month. Ridnour caught an elbow from Sacramento's Ron Artest midway through the first quarter Tuesday night. Ridnour was examined in Sacramento, but underwent additional tests Wednesday back in Seattle.

Knicks re-sign Allan Houston (AP)

Allan Houston is rejoining the New York Knicks, two years after knee pain forced him to walk away. The Knicks re-signed their former star guard Wednesday and expect him to begin his attempt to make the team at practice Friday. Once one of the NBA's best outside shooters, Houston retired two years ago this month after chronic knee pain limited him to 70 games over the previous two seasons.

Durant struggles early in Sonics' loss (AP)

Kevin Martin scored 27 points to help the Sacramento Kings beat the Seattle SuperSonics 104-98 on Tuesday night in the debut of new coaches in Reggie Theus and P.J. Carlesimo. Seattle rookie Kevin Durant, the No. 2 pick overall in the draft, struggled to contain Martin, who had 14 first-quarter points, and picked up his fourth foul in the second quarter on a charge.

Kings' top pick Hawes to have knee surgery
Sacramento Kings rookie center Spencer Hawes will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Wednesday. No timetable was given for his return. Hawes, the Kings' top draft pick selected 10th overall out of Washington, will have the procedure done in Seattle by his personal physician, Lawrence Holland. Last week, Hawes had a second MRI exam on his knee, which he twisted during a conditioning drill late last month. The injury eventually forced him to miss training camp workouts.

Kings rookie center Hawes to have knee surgery
Sacramento Kings rookie center Spencer Hawes will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Wednesday.

Kings C Hawes to undergo knee surgery (AP)
Sacramento Kings rookie center Spencer Hawes will undergo arthroscopic surgery on his left knee on Wednesday. No timetable was given for his return. Hawes, the Kings' top draft pick selected 10th overall out of Washington, will have the procedure done in Seattle by his personal physician, Lawrence Holland.

Abdur-Rahim, Hawes to rest balky knees
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim will take at least three weeks off to rest his surgically repaired right knee. The Kings also said Friday that first-round draft pick Spencer Hawes will travel to Seattle on Tuesday to get a second opinion on his sore left knee from his personal physician. The moves will leave Sacramento without two key big men in its preseason opener Tuesday night against Seattle.

Kings' Abdur-Rahim, Hawes having knee problems
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim will take at least three weeks off to rest his surgically repaired right knee.

Knees hurting Kings' Abdur-Rahim, Hawes (AP)
Sacramento Kings forward Shareef Abdur-Rahim will take at least three weeks off to rest his surgically repaired right knee. The Kings also said Friday that first-round draft pick Spencer Hawes will travel to Seattle on Tuesday to get a second opinion on his sore left knee from his personal physician.

Raptors sign Darrick Martin
The Toronto Raptors announced they signed free-agent guard Darrick Martin on Saturday. Per team policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed. Martin, five-foot-11,170 pounds has played 12 seasons in the NBA including time with Toronto, Minnesota, Vancouver, Sacramento, Dallas, and the Los Angeles Clippers. In 31 games last season with the Raptors, he averaged 3.0 [...]