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In the battle of 2 of the worst teams in the league, the Kings take another L. And this one was really inexcusable, the Pelicans are a bad team that doesn't play a lot of defense and doesn't shoot well from 3. Well the Kings found a way, in the form of 25 turnovers and terrible defense. The path of the Kings is becoming more and more clear and might be a while before a team takes the honor of being the King's first win of the season. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

It was always going to be a long shot but at least fans expect their team to put up a fight. The Kings got destroyed by the Spurs and their defense was the main culprit. They gave up easy transition points, shots at the rim and three pointers. Not a recipe to win in today's game. Beyond all those issues, the Kings did look good for small, small stretches so hopefully that's something they can build on. That being said, starting the season 0-4 isn't ideal to say the least and hopefully there will be light at the end of the tunnel. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

Another game another loss. While the Kings are getting better every game, there's always something they struggle with and in this game it was the rebounding. The Grizzlies had 18 offensive rebounds and it wasn't that they were overpowered by this very big and physical Memphis team. It was the Grizzlies guards just snatching their misses because they simply wanted it more than the Kings, and it cost the Kings dearly. The Kings are still a work in progress and at some point they might be able to put it together, let's hope that is the case. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

Well it was a win, but it was a better effort. The Kings went back to running the offense through Sabonis and it looked terrific for much of the game. But a dreaded run at the start of the 3rd quarter by the Blazers put the Kings in a hole that they weren't able to recover from. That being said, Darius Acuff scored 33 points and looked more and more comfortable as the game went on. These 2 things, Sabonis running the offense and Acuff coming into his own may be the foundation that the Kings can build on as the season goes on and at some point, lead to wins. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

Welp, that's a bad way to start a season. The Kings and their fans were hit across the head with the news of Ben Simmons tearing his achilles in practice over the weekend, and that set the stage for the unfortunate showing to begin their season in LA. Without Simmons, the Kings were limited with options to initiate the offense, and it wasn't pretty. That was only eclipsed by how bad their defense was throughout the game. If that sounds familiar, it's because that's what we've been seeing since last year and in preseason, and it's now carried over to this regular season. The saving grace may be that this is only just the 1st game and they could begin to finally build chemistry and get familiar as a team. Or it could be this is what we are in for the rest of the season. Let's just hope it's the former. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

Finally it ends, this terrible Kings preseason comes to an end. It wasn't pretty to say the least, the Kings once again get blown out, this time by the Spurs. There were very few bright spots, and one of them was that the Kings finally had a mostly healthy rotation. It wasn't smooth and they clearly need time to build chemistry, but it may be the first step in building something with this team. Now, we wait until Wednesday when the Kings start their season in LA against the Clippers. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

There are bad games, and then there's whatever this preseason game against the Blazers was. Many of the rotation players were sidelined and left the Kings to fend for themselves against basically a full Blazers squad that smelled blood. While a loss was not surprising in the least, the way the Kings played in this game really, really exposed the foundational issues with the roster and more importantly, the coaching staff on the bench. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

The Kings have lost their past 2 preseason games, and both of them in what I would say similar circumstances. They lack an offensive system to generate easy looks for the team and their defense isn't up to task to stop the other team from lighting them up from 3. But from the Lakers game to Warriors game the Kings got some of their rotation guys left, namely Ben Simmons and Keegan Murray. And when they playing, all of sudden pieces started falling into place of how Doug presumably wants his team to play, multiple initiators on offense and length and athleticism on the defensive end. It is the preseason, where teams are trying to ease their players back into the game so until the team is at full strength, it's hard to truly judge what this team is and/or is supposed to be. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

The long wait was not worth it. If you were excited to watch this new look Kings like Owen was, you were left deeply disappointed. The Kings curb stomped by the Lakers and looked helpless on both ends of the floor. It's an eerily similar feeling and look on the court to last year's team and you just hope the presence of Murray, Monk and Simmons can alleviate some of those issues. But even in the darkness there are specks of light, namely Darius Acuff who looks like the real deal. We'll have more games to judge what this team ultimately will be. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

The Kings have become the Ben Simmons show as he has gotten the most national media attention as he prepares to make his return to the NBA after a year off. There are also a bunch of other stories coming out of training camp that Owen and Fong discuss. They then make their predictions on the season as a whole such as who will win MVP and which teams will make the conference finals in the East and West. They also talk about the PAC tribute show that AEW ran on Wednesday and suffice to say, it was a high quality show with plenty to appreciate. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

Well it's picture day, aka Media Day. A place where everyone comes in optimistic (unless you're a Kings fan) and excited for the infinite possibilities before the season gets underway. Owen and Fong talk about some of the takeaways they had from Media Day. Next, they discuss the unexpected passing of PAC, formerly Neville in WWE, real name Benjamin Satterley. They then end with some NFL talk about the 3-0 Niners and the upstart 3-0 Raiders. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

The season is almost upon us, so it's time for some predictions! Owen and Fong prediction the rotation for the Kings going into the season, as well as talk about what they expect the Kings and how many games they think they'll win this season. They also talk about the Niners getting off to a 2-0 start and then end by talking about Activision making the next Halo game. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

The Jalen Duren situation refuses to go away. What started as a pipe dream at best is maybe becoming the slightest possibility? Kings also signed Elfrid Payton to compete for a roster spot. Owen and Fong talk all that plus what's been happening in the wrestling world and WWE maybe finding a spark to jolt their product? They then end talking about Fong's trip to New York this past week. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

In another edition of scattered thoughts, Owen talks about Ben Simmons becoming a King and whether it's a game changer or not. He also talks about other guys they could have signed and then for fun, about Bradley Beal getting Chris Paul's number for the Clippers. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]

It is know as one of the worst WWE Pay Per View events of all time. And unfortunately Sacramento was the unfortunate city to hold said event. Owen and Fong rewind back to October 6, 2019, where they not only go through the event and every match that took place, including the ill fated Fiend vs Seth Rollins match. Because we are Sac Kings Therapy, they also talk about where the Sacramento Kings were at this point. And you'll likely be surprised with what we found in this period of the Pre-Beam Team Kings. Use code SKT15 on checkout to get 15% off from HYVDesigns on Etsy during checkout or use this link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/hyvdesigns/?etsrc=sdt&coupon=SKT15 Intro Music by Blue Dot Sessions. https://www.sessions.blue If you want to email us: [email protected]