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Kings Struggle at Bottom, Veterans Stay Amid Trade Rumors

2/11/2026

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The Sacramento Kings sit last in the Western Conference with a 12-43 record after losing their 13th straight game to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Despite trade rumors, the Kings retained their core players—including DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis, and Zach LaVine—with general manager Scott Perry saying he expects the veterans to stay for the season.
They face the Utah Jazz next, hoping to turn their season around.

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The Sacramento Kings sit last in the Western Conference with a 12-43 record after losing their 13th straight game to the New Orleans Pelicans.
Despite trade rumors, the Kings retained their core players—including DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis, and Zach LaVine—with general manager Scott Perry saying he expects the veterans to stay for the season.
They face the Utah Jazz next, hoping to turn their season around.