Sacramento Kings Thread

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Up next, we take on the Memphis Grizzlies, once again, at the FedEx Forum. Last time, we suffered a big loss to the Grizzlies, but I expect something different to happen as Keith Msart is now our (pretty successful thus far) head coach. Also, the Grizzlies have a few injuries and Zach Randloph is one of them while we only have Chuck Hayes missing. Memphis has been very good all year long though, and they're currently placed eighth in the West which certainly isn't bad. I just hate how we have to play on the road so much in the beginning of the year...

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SAC 95 MEM 128

The Kings lost steam in the third and fourth quarter that allowed Memphis to close the game for good. There was signs od fatigue in the first quarter where the Grizzlies outscored the Kings 34-21. While it seems that the Kings are on another comeback game in the second quarter as they outscored the Grizzlies 39-34.

Jimmer Fredette lead the team with 20 points and 6 assists off the bench. Donte Greene scored a season high 19 points.

Demarcus Cousins had a double double of 19 points and 11 rebounds.

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Dissapointed with the loss to Memphis after we gained some nice momentum with two straight victories aganst two very good teams. I thought we could have and should've at least competed in this game. We next get a shot at revenge with a home game against Memphis (to avoid possible confusion, it is not our next game but the series' next game ). Up next on the schedule, away to Portland again. Seems like we face the same teams in the same venues...

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The Sacramento Kings will take on the Portland Trailblazers later tonight.

John Salmons and Marcus Thornton are gametime decisions.

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Marcus Thornton will not play tonight against the Portland Trailblazers. The expected starting lineup for tonight's game:

Cousins
Hickson
Salmons
Garcia
Evans

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SAC 89 POR 101

The Kings were outscored 17-32 in the second quarter after a 21 all deadlock in the first quarter. The Kings could not recover. Demarcus Cousins lead the Kings with 18 points and 13 rebounds despite being in foul trouble. Jimmer Fredette fired 13 points off the bench while Francisco Garcia added 12 points.

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Jimmer Fredette has made progress. He seems to be starting to gel with the team and is adapting with the NBA professional game. His shooting touch as well as his confidence is emerging.

A big part of our future.

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I am pleased with Isaiah Thomas Jr. for the team. Thomas is the only true point guard in the Kings' guard fold. Last night, Thomas scored 11 points and dished out 8 assists.

Being the 60th pick overall in last year's draft, he is quite a steal for the Kings.

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I agree, Thomas seems to have been underrated coming into the NBA. His playmaking abilites are superb and Thomas has great court vision. I also think Jimmer has been a great addition to the team, another true point. His passing didn't get a lot hype coming into the draft, but he is definitely showing off that attribute in the NBA, so far. Great draft picks, as usual, from Geoff Petrie.

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The Sacramento Kings have recalled rookie Tyler Honeycutt from the Reno BigHorns of the NBA D-League.

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Jason Thompson, Donte Greene and JJ Hickson did not receive any extension sheets. All three will be restricted free agents in the off-season.

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Tomorrow night's game will see the Sacramento Kings hosting the Denver Nuggets. The Kings have a score to settle against the Nuggets whom routed the Kings with their blistering offensive pace.

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Chuck Hayes is expected to return to the active lineup. Hayes could play tomorrow night against the Denver Nuggets.

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Some bit of good news. The TV ratings for the 2011-2012 Sacramento Kings games that are broadcasted is up by 33%.

Kings' Local Ratings Up 33% This Season

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Marcus Thornton will be sidelined for one or two weeks due to a nagging deep bruise on his right thigh.