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Tuesday, June 7, 2011
December 23, 2010
Miami Heat (12-4) @ Sacramento Kings (11-9)
- 106
- 104
TRIPPLE OVER-TIME

Injury Report

Jermaine Taylor (King's Bench SG) -Out 1-2 Weeks with Strained Abdomen-
"Yeah. Can I say something? Hey Wade. Wanna know why everyone hates the Heat? Because your "star player" had to have his own television special just to announce he was going to Miami. You guys had a pep-rally claiming it be EASY to beat everyone and win multiple championships. Your coach even likes to tell the media when you guys cry in the locker room. Everyone in the NBA is after you guys. And you asked for it. That's all I have to say."

Box Score
Dec 23, 2010 - MIA at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THOTSCORE
Miami Heat (12-4)1823151832106
Sacramento Kings (11-9)2517171530104
Miami Heat
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Mike Bibby (INJURED)322-40-16-631341510
Dwayne Wade3110-211-77-78640028
LeBron James3414-220-21-25521129
Chris Bosh318-190-10-09123116
Zydrunas Ilgauskas286-110-13-44201228
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Udonis Haslem112-30-00-0201104
Mario Chalmers51-30-10-0231002
Mike Miller71-20-00-0230017
James Jones40-10-00-0000004
Juwan Howard10-10-00-0000000
Eddie House10-00-00-0000000
Erick Dampier50-00-00-0000100
TEAM TOTALS44/871/1317/19363014810106
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson246-153-90-011730615
Jermaine Taylor (INJURED)104-53-30-00110011
Omri Casspi3316-276-140-06101138
DeMarcus Cousins288-130-02-28310018
Samuel Dalembert272-40-00-01023314
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
James Harden244-133-62-25202213
Donte Greene111-21-10-0300003
Julian Wright101-40-00-0302112
Marquis Daniels90-40-10-0010100
Eugene Jeter100-40-10-0150030
Jason Thompson (INJURED)DNP0-00-00-0000000
Tyreke Evans (INJURED)DNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS42/9116/354/4373210814104


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "I'm not mad at all that we lost. I mean, we ran with the Heat for three overtimes and only lost by two. Oh, and a heads up...we kept with them that long without the offense of Tyreke Evans or the defense of Jason Thompson. We would've won with them in this game."


LeBron James (Heat's Player Of The Game): "No no, there are no what if's. We won this game by outlasting them. We got our points when we needed them. I look forward to playing them again."

Shepard's Review

An Injured Kings Battle Heat In 3 Overtimes, But Still Gets Loss

The Kings, with Jason Thompson and Tyreke Evans gone along with Jermaine Taylor getting hurt early in the 2nd quater, managed to use their defensive skills and parimeter shooters to stick with the Heat during a LONG, 3 Overtime loss. A fantastic game, with plenty to show:
  • Kings and Heat shot around 50% from the game, so offense wasn't the issue.
  • Both teams got 8 blocks and around 13 turnovers, so defense wasn't an issue either.
  • Heat did not get anything from deep, only 1/13 where the Kings got 16/35
  • 12 fouls against the Kings and only 2 against the Heat.
  • Heat managed 52 points in the paint with Kings only getting 26
  • This game belonged to the Heat during the 4th, until Kings stepped up and got 2 blocks, 2 steals, and managed to draw the game to overtime.
  • In overtime, where the game truely happend, Kings managed 2 blocks and 4 steals.
  • Heat in OT got 10 rebounds, and 11 assists. They also shot 16% better than the Kings, which gave them the lead.
  • Jameer Nelson (PG) - Decent game from the man at the point who was left to lead the team without Tyreke. 6-15, a dismal 3-9 from deep. He did manage a double-double, 15 points and 17 assists, with 3 steals.
  • Jermaine Taylor (SG) - Even though he got hurt, he produced well. 4-5 with a perfect 3-3 from deep. 11 points.
  • James Harden (SG) - Came in for Taylor after the injury. A great 6-15 with 13 points, 5 rebounds, and a great 2 blocks!
  • Omri Casspi (SF) - This man continues to prove his worth to the team. 38 points with 6-14 from deep, 16-27 overall, and 6 rebounds!
  • DeMarcus Cousins (PF) - He also stepped it up. 18 points, 8 rebounds, and a steal.
  • Samuel Dalembert (C) - This man was all over the place today, and should arguably be in the starting lineup. He got 3 blocks, 3 steals, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, and 4 points.
  • LeBron James had to carry the team. 14-22, only 0-2 from deep, and 29 points with 5 rebounds, a block, and two steals.
  • Dwayne Wade could not get anything going. He did manage 28 points, but only 10-21 and 1-7 from deep. The 68% from the free-throw line knocked down all 7. He was, however, blocked 4 times in this game.
  • Chris Bosh did stay in the game well. He got 3 blocks, and 16 points.

Heat are now (13-4)
Kings are now (11-10)

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DECEMBER UPDATE IS NEXT, SO STAY TUNED!!!
Sunday, June 5, 2011
December 21, 2010
Washington Wizards (8-12) @ Sacramento Kings (11-8)
- 96
- 93

Injury Report

Tyreke Evans (King's Starting SF) -Lower Back Strain (Out for 1-2 weeks)-
"Are you kidding?! No! F*#@ no! That should've been our win. We were the better team. I can't believe the NBA officials aren't doing something about this game. Like my injury WASN'T intentional. NO!"


Box Score
Dec 21, 2010 - WAS at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THOTSCORE
Washington Wizards (8-12)201926181396
Sacramento Kings (11-8)182016291093
Washington Wizards
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
John Wall265-91-20-03820511
Nick Young2610-200-35-64211025
Rashard Lewis265-92-42-24232014
Andray Blatche266-100-03-44010115
Javale McGee257-90-02-35312216
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Josh Howard73-50-00-0111116
Maurice Evans31-21-10-0010003
Hamady N'Diaye41-10-00-0000002
Yianlian Yi51-10-00-1200112
Mustafa Shakur41-10-00-0120002
Kevin Seraphin30-00-00-0010000
Jo Crawford60-20-10-0120000
TEAM TOTALS40/694/1112/162522971096
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson254-121-40-05171039
Omri Casspi2518-3212-230-02311148
Tyreke Evans (Injured)21-10-00-0000002
DeMarcus Cousins262-30-01-1610105
Samuel Dalembert261-10-00-0600302
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
James Harden254-122-20-0110118
Donte Greene84-50-00-0201008
Jermaine Taylor203-40-11-1272017
Marquis Daniels81-40-00-0001012
Julian Wright111-20-10-0012002
Eugene Jeter30-20-10-0100020
Jason Thompson (Injured)DNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS38/7215/322/2253086993


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "I am appalled at the NBA's inability to act after this game. No fines after the VERY last play of the match, no fines for the injury on Evans, and no recall of any of those terrible refs. I'm disappointed in Washington, the NBA, and my team. You can bet your a*# that we'll get revenge on the Wizards for this game.


Omri Casspi (King's Player Of The Game): "I just had the best game of my career, and the best game of this season of any player, and then this crap happened. Thanks Wizards."


John Wall (Wizard's Game Changer): "We did what we had to in order to win. I have no further comment."

Shepard's Review
An Enraged Kings Team Watches Evans Injury Lead To Wizards Win

This game was all Wizards after a horrific foul on Tyreke Evans, John Wall getting in the way of a layup and hitting Evans in the air, flipping him and forcing him on his back. Only a personal foul for Wall and a 2 week injury for Evans. However, Omri Casspi had the best game of anyone this season, bringing his team back into OT. Then, with the Kings down three in OT, with only 2 seconds, Omri Casspi gets the ball (shooting 12/24 from deep). As he goes up, Rashard Lewis shoulders Casspi, causing him to fall onto his back, the ball missing and the game ending. No call from the referees, but Evans and Cousins began to push Lewis, pleasantries being exchange. A new, heated rivalry has surely formed.
  • Kings shot 52% compared to the Wizards 57%
  • 46% from deep for the Kings.
  • An outrageous 13 fouls against the Kings, and ONLY TWO against the Wizards.
  • Wizards out blocked and stole from the Kings.
  • Jameer Nelson (PG) - Had a season high 17 assists. However, only got 9 points and 5 rebounds.
  • Jermaine Taylor (SG) - Managed 7 assists and 2 steals.
  • Omri Casspi (SF) - PHENOMINAL PERFORMANCE FROM THIS PLAYER OF THE GAME. 18-32, 12-23 from deep. A career-high 48 points!!
  • DeMarcus Cousins (PF) - Quiet game for him as well. 6 rebounds, and 1 block.
  • Samuel Dalembert (C) - Other than his 3 blocks and 6 rebounds, Dalembert did nothing this game.
  • Nick Young produced well for the Wizards. 10-20 with 25 points and a block.

Wizards are now (9-12)
Kings are now (11-9)

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NEXT GAME IS AGAINST THE MIAMI HEAT! (12-4)
Saturday, June 4, 2011
Kings Bench Closes Out 4th Quater Over Hornets
Posted on June 4, 2011 at 11:04 PM.
December 19, 2010
New Orleans Hornets (4-8) @ Sacramento Kings (10-8)
- 80
- 87

INJURY REPORT

Jason Thompson (Kings Starting PF) -Sore Wrist, Day-to-Day- : "I guess I'm too intense of a shot blocker! But in all seriousness, it's just a little sore. If anything, I might miss one game from it."
Sources do say that Alex Best may slide Cousins to PF their next game and start Dalembert at Center.

Box Score
Dec 19, 2010 - NO at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
New Orleans Hornets (4-8)2215212280
Sacramento Kings (10-8)2418242187
New Orleans Hornets
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson124-101-30-0253039
Omri Casspi177-105-60-02300019
Tyreke Evans173-101-42-2110109
Jason Thompson171-30-00-0212104
DeMarcus Cousins167-70-01-12000015
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Julian Wright115-72-30-02300112
Samuel Dalembert143-40-01-2211207
Eugene Jeter123-80-30-0380016
Jermaine Taylor122-60-10-0273004
Donte Greene111-20-00-0300132
Marquis Daniels20-10-10-0000000
James Harden40-20-00-0010000
TEAM TOTALS36/709/216/7213095880
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Chris Paul255-121-33-421010314
Willie Green236-91-11-20400114
Trevor Ariza234-120-45-66030013
David West206-80-00-07212312
Emeka Okafor202-50-00-01000214
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Quincy Pondexter54-50-00-0100008
Marco Belinelli71-11-12-2000005
Aaron Gray42-20-00-0010004
Carl Landry131-50-02-2402114
Jarret Jack40-10-02-2031012
Marcus BanksDNP 0-00-00-0000000
Jason SmithDNP 0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS31/603/915/183020851087


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "Despite the win, this game sorta freaked me out. I mean, their starts were still scoring 10+ points, yet were shooting terribly. I'm glad our defense stepped up all game, or else we would've been crushed."


Omri Casspi (King's Player Of The Game): "This is when basketball is fun. When we're winning against good teams. I think we have a shot at making the playoffs!"


DeMarcus Cousins (King's Game Changer): "Woah man, I'm not use to a microphone in my face. It felt good to make a difference again and get the teams attention, that I'm still a valuable asset to the starting roster."

Shepard's Review
Kings Bench Closes Out 4th Quater Over Hornets

What a game from Sacramento (I know, I always say that.) All around great play from the Kings, and the Hornets fell short from some key players they needed. Let's break down this game, and look out for a review on the fourth quater, which was only played by the King's bench (PG: Jeter, SG: Taylor, SF: Wright, PF: Greene, C: Dalembert)
  • Both teams shot 51% from the field. Three pointers were what seperated them. 9 for Kings and 3 for Hornets.
  • Kings couldn't crash the boards this game, out rebounded 30 to 21.
  • Let's take a look at the FOURTH QUATER: Kings shot 62% over Hornets 43%. 9 assists to 4. 2 blocks. 10 points in the paint over the 6 from Hornets. They also got on the break 6 to 2. However, they were outscored 22 to 21 (close for them playing the starters of the hornets) and pushed them to the foul line 5 times.
  • Jameer Nelson (PG) - Was quiet all game long. He didn't get his normal high-assist game either. 9 points, 5 assists, but did manage to get 3 steals.
  • Omri Casspi (SG) - Slowly developing into a star player. 7-10 with 5-6 from deep. 19 points, and 3 assists.
  • Tyreke Evans (SF) - FIRST GAME ALL SEASON Evans did not score more than 15 points. Only 9 from the star, with a block to his name. 3-10 shooting, 1-4 from deep. Cold night.
  • Jason Thompson (PF) - An average defensive showing this game. 4 points, 2 steals, and a block.
  • DeMarcus Cousins (C) - He must read this paper. The kid bounced back from a long slump. 15 points, 7-7 from the field!
  • Samuel Dalembert (Bench C) - Arguably the best defender on the Kings roster. 2 blocks, 1 steal, 7 points.
  • Eugene Jeter (Bench PG) - Got the team's highest assist total. 8 assists, 6 points.
  • Chris Paul tried to carry his team. However, failed with only 5-12 shooting, 1-3 from deep. Managed a double-double with 14 points and 10 assists.
  • Where was Trevor Ariza? 4-12, terrible 0-4 from deep. He still managed 13 points and 6 rebounds.

Hornets are now (4-9)
Kings are now (11-8)

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What's Next?
December 21, 2010
HOME vs Washington Wizards (8-11)

December 23, 2010
HOME vs Miami Heat (12-4)

DECEMBER MONTHLY UPDATE!!!!!!
Friday, June 3, 2011
December 16, 2010
Los Angeles Lakers (9-5) @ Sacramento Kings (9-8)
- 86
- 88

Box Score
Dec 16, 2010 - LAL at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Los Angeles Lakers (9-5)2216163286
Sacramento Kings (9-8)338232488
Los Angeles Lakers
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Steve Blake114-51-20-0010019
Kobe Bryant239-220-31-12440219
Ron Artest173-30-00-0221036
Pau Gasol227-90-02-311201116
Andrew Bynum233-80-01-1410017
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Lamar Odom168-90-00-05301016
Shannon Brown183-71-20-0252117
Matt Barnes93-40-00-0011026
Luke Walton40-00-00-0000000
Derek Fisher20-00-00-0000000
Devin Ebanks10-00-00-0000000
Derrick CaracterDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS40/672/74/52619831186
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson215-121-53-311410314
Omri Casspi208-96-60-01322022
Tyreke Evans217-135-92-22130121
Jason Thompson211-40-02-2610414
DeMarcus Cousins192-60-00-0312114
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jermaine Taylor84-51-20-0020029
Julian Wright83-30-00-0001006
Samuel Dalembert102-30-01-1110005
James Harden61-30-11-2020013
Donte Greene80-00-00-0121000
Eugene Jeter30-10-10-0010010
Marquis Daniels10-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS33/5913/249/1015271071088


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "Yes. We are a three-point shooting team now. After the beginning of the season where we couldn't buy a bucket from out there, we are now a team that shoots from out there to win. Our C and PF are defensive players and PG, SG, and SF need to be able to shoot out there. It wins games."


Omri Casspi (King's Player Of The Game): "I don't think they took me seriously all game. Even though I was perfect from three, they never really guarded me well. I'm not complaining though. They were double-teaming Evans and leaving me wide open. Oh, and blocking Kobe was fun."


Jason Thompson (King's Starting PF): "I realized that I am more of a defensive need for the Kings. So instead of trying to score this game, I wanted rebounds and blocks. I think I did well."

Shepard's Review
Kings Continue Dominating. Kobe Flops With Lakers Loss

What a game in Sacramento. Kings dominated the Lakers early on, and even had around a 15 point lead. However, Lamar Odom and Steve Blake carried the Lakers back into the game, and began to shut them down in the fourth. After a contested three with only 20 seconds left, Steve Blake scored to bring the Lakers tied at 86. However, Jameer Nelson pump fakes Blake out and moves to a mid-range shot, scoring the two points needed to take the lead with only 3 seconds left. Lakers with no timeouts simply gave the ball to Kobe for a full court shot, missing to give Kings the win. Here's a recap!
  • Lakers not only took more shots, but they made more too. 40/67 compared to the Kings 33/59
  • Kings continue to be a three-point based team. 13/24 from outside with a combined 54% from three.
  • 27 assists for the Kings and only 19 for the Lakers.
  • Blocking show continues for three straight games. Kings get 7 to Lakers 3.
  • 62 points in the paint for the Lakers, only 18 for the Kings
  • 39 points from three for the Kings, and only 6 for the Lakers.
  • Jameer Nelson (PG) - Got his 4th or 5th double double with the Kings. 13 assists and 14 points. Even a steal to add.
  • Omri Casspi (SG) - Phenominal game. Probably the best the Kings have seen this season. 8-9 and a perfect 6-6 from deep. 22 points, 2 steals, and 2 blocks. BOTH BLOCKS WERE ON KOBE.
  • Tyreke Evans (SF) - Great game for Tyreke. 21 points, with 3 steals and 5-9 from deep.
  • Jason Thompson (PF) - A season-high 4 blocks with 6 rebounds. Great defensive game.
  • DeMarcus Cousins (C) - Another slump for Cousins. Only 3 rebounds and 2 steals, with a block.
  • Kobe Bryant - The Black Mamba doesn't show up for this game. 9-22 and a terrible 0-3 from deep. He couldn't get anything against Casspi or Evans. 19 points, 4 steals.
  • Lamar Odom was perfect until the very end, going 8-9 with 16 points off the bench.
  • Pau Gasol - Locks up a double-duble with 16 points and 11 rebounds.

Lakers are now 9-6
Kings are now 10-8

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What's Left In December
December 19, 2010
HOME vs New Orleans Hornets (4-8)

December 21, 2010
HOME vs Washington Wizards (7-10)

December 23, 2010
HOME vs Miami Heat (11-4)

DECEMBER MONTHLY UPDATE!!!!
New Focus For Kings Bring 3rd Straight Win
Posted on June 3, 2011 at 02:18 PM.
December 14, 2010
Sacramento Kings (8-8) @ Milwaukee Bucks (7-5)
- 68
- 63

Box Score
Dec 14, 2010 - SAC at MIL
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Sacramento Kings (8-8)2314181368
Milwaukee Bucks (7-5)1321121763
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson173-82-50-0070138
Omri Casspi (POTG)208-124-40-04101120
Tyreke Evans214-72-32-26010212
Jason Thompson191-20-00-0130032
DeMarcus Cousins193-60-01-3311217
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jermaine Taylor95-90-20-22300110
James Harden83-41-10-0011007
Eugene Jeter41-30-10-0112012
Marquis Daniels10-10-10-0000000
Donte Greene100-00-00-0600000
Julian Wright80-10-10-0100020
Samuel Dalembert100-30-00-0501300
TEAM TOTALS28/569/183/72917671468
Milwaukee Bucks
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Brandon Jennings224-131-21-25531410
John Salmons204-171-82-23210011
Corey Maggette221-20-04-4822016
Ersan Ilyasova153-70-10-0500006
Chris Hunter152-30-00-0400024
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Michael Redd137-132-40-01020016
Chris Douglas-Roberts112-40-00-0110004
Carlos Delfino42-40-20-0001004
Luc Richard Mbah A Moute161-30-00-0710002
Earl Boykins70-30-10-0031000
Keyon DoolinDNP0-00-00-0000000
Thabo SefoloshaDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS26/694/187/83414101763


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "I absolutely think the focus of our team has switched. We are shooting almost everything from three now, and we're making over half our shots. I expect most teams to be spread out trying to defend the parmeter against us. We'll be a hard team to stop."


Omri Casspi (Player Of The Game): "I'm not only thrilled to get the starting spot, but to also get Player of the Game. It means a lot to me that I could produce when my team needed me to. It just felt great."


Samuel Dalembert (King's Bench Center: 3 blocks, 5 rebounds, and 1 steal): "I was really aware this game. I knew when they were shooting, and just jumped at them. If I got the block, that was a bonus. Fun game."

Shepard's Review
New Focus For Kings Bring 3rd Straight Win

The Kings started off as a run and gun offense, weighing heavily on Evans driving to the hoop and Cousins getting open down low for the easy dunk. However, with the hiring of Alex Best and trade acquisition of James Harden and Jameer Nelson, and the continual development of Tyreke Evans as a perimeter shooter, and the blossoming of Omri Casspi and Jermaine Taylor as fantastic guards, this team as now shifted to a deep mid/three point shooting team. And they are winning games because of it. Watch:
  • Better shot selection from the Kings. Shooting 50% compared to the Bucks 37%.
  • 9/18 from the Kings, 50% compared to the Bucks 22% from beyond the arc.
  • 14 turnovers for the Kings. Another struggle on that side of the ball.
  • 10 steals for the Bucks, and more rebounds as well.
  • Another superior blocking show from the Kings. 7 to 1.
  • Jameer Nelson (PG) - Shot well from the field, 3-8 with 7 assists, a block, and 8 points.
  • Omri Casspi (SG) - For his first player of the game award, he shot 8-12, a perfect 4-4 from three, and 20 points with a block and 4 rebounds.
  • Tyreke Evans (SF) - First game in a while where Tyreke got under 20 points. Only 12 with 6 rebounds and a steal.
  • Jason Thompson (PF) - Not a great offensive nor defensive game. 2 points, 3 assists, and a rebound. He was silent all game.
  • DeMarcus Cousins (C) - Good show on defense. 2 blocks and a steal, with 3 rebounds and 7 points.
  • Jermaine Taylor (Bench PG/SG) - Great game from the bench. 5-9 with 10 points and 3 assists, even 2 rebounds.
  • Michael Red should be starting for the Buchs. 7-13 with 2-4 from deep. 16 points, 2 steals.
  • John Salmons and Brandon Jennings had horrible shooting. Salmons was 4-17, and Jennings was 4-13.

Kings are now 9-8
Bucks are now 7-6

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Up Next
December 16, 2010
HOME vs Los Angeles Lakers (11-6) [Last Game: LOST 80-78]
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Kings Earn First Road Win By Dominating Timberwolves
Posted on June 1, 2011 at 06:52 PM.
December 10, 2010
Sacramento Kings (6-8) @ Minnesota Timberwolves (4-7)
- 93
- 69

Box Score
Dec 10, 2010 - SAC at MIN
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Sacramento Kings (6-8)1826232693
Minnesota Timberwolves (4-7)1710251769
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson184-91-20-00120019
James Harden206-112-51-10210115
Tyreke Evans219-126-61-26200025
Jason Thompson194-60-00-0511228
DeMarcus Cousins204-60-02-25011210
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jermaine Taylor92-81-30-0140125
Omri Casspi82-31-20-0011005
Samuel Dalembert92-50-01-1310105
Julian Wright82-21-10-1321005
Marquis Daniels21-10-00-0210002
Eugene Jeter21-10-00-0010002
Donte Greene101-10-00-0400002
TEAM TOTALS38/6512/195/7292755893
Minnesota Timberwolves
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jonny Flynn154-70-20-2051008
Wesley Johnson2412-253-50-05111127
Michael Beasley173-90-10-0130006
Kevin Love172-50-00-0710004
Darko Milicic131-10-00-0510202
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Anthony Randolph175-110-01-25121211
Martell Webster142-40-20-0110014
Luke Ridnour162-60-10-0223034
Wayne Ellington31-11-10-0000003
Nikola Pekovic40-00-00-0000010
Anthony Tolliver50-00-00-0100000
Sebastian TelfairDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS32/694/121/4271574869


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "If we can play this good every game, we will not only win all of our games, but we will be the next NBA champions. This game was near perfection on our end, and I love what we can do."


Tyreke Evans (Player Of The Game): "I was on my game, all game. Hot hand. I just kept getting the ball on the outside, and just kept taking it. I've gotten better from beyond the arc, and now I think I'm a huge threat when I'm out there. The Timberwolves just didn't see that until it was too late."


Jameer Nelson (King's Role Player): "I always feel good when I can get a solid assist game. I mean, I gave up one turnover and managed to get 12 assists. I think that's a pretty good game. Almost got another double-double, but that's another story."

Shepard's Review
Kings Earn First Road Win By Dominating Timberwolves

Fresh off a nice win over the Bobcats, the Kings looked to snap their 0-5 road record with a win against the struggling Timberwolves. They got just what they ordered. A dominating performance the entire game. The only lead Minnesota had was 0-6 at the beginning of the game. Let's see what else happened:
  • Kings shot 58% and a phenominal 63% from beyond the arc, Timberwolves only shooting 33% from 3-point.
  • 27 assists for the Kings, only 15 for the Timberwolves
  • Another blocking game for the Kings, 5 to 4
  • Both teams scored well off the bench, 26 Kings, 22 Timberwolves
  • Tyreke Evans has his best game thus far in the season. Shotting 9-12, scoring 6 rebounds, and 25 points.
  • OH DID WE MENTION TYREKE WENT 6-6 FROM DEEP? That's 18 of his 25 points.
  • James Harden had a fantastic game, shooting 6-11 and getting 15 points.
  • DeMarcus Cousins, solid game under center. 10 points with a block and 5 rebounds.
  • Jameer Nelson gets a season high 12 assists
  • Thompson manages to snag 2 blocks, a steal, and 5 rebounds in his defensive effort.
  • Wesley Johnson, who managed 27 points, shot only 12-25 and barely got anything else other than a block, steal, and 5 rebounds
  • Kevin Love was shut down AGAIN against the Kings, managing 7 rebounds, but only 4 points.

Timberwolves are now 4-8
Kings are now 7-8

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Up Next
December 11, 2010
AWAY vs Indiana Pacers (8-6) [Last Game: LOST 83-77]
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Bobcats Winning Run Ends With Kings
Posted on May 31, 2011 at 09:04 PM.
If you haven't, don't forget to read the Sacramento November Update!
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December 7, 2010
Charlotte Bobcats (7-2) @ Sacramento Kings (5-8)
- 53
- 64

Box Score
Dec 7, 2010 - CHA at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Charlotte Bobcats (7-2)619121653
Sacramento Kings (5-8)239171564
Charlotte Bobcats
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
D.J. Augustine245-130-33-42600213
Stephen Jackson224-142-40-03311010
Dominic McGuire180-30-00-0332200
Tyrus Thomas205-60-00-06201010
Joel Pryzbilla90-10-00-0100200
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Boris Diaw214-80-12-24101310
Kwame Brown72-20-00-0301004
Gerald Henderson81-50-10-0110002
D.J. White31-20-00-0000002
Dante Cunningham41-20-00-0210012
Eduardo Najera20-00-00-0000000
Garret Temple90-10-00-0100010
TEAM TOTALS23/572/95/6261747853
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson183-50-10-0171136
James Harden193-110-01-2110207
Tyreke Evans248-141-30-06210017
Jason Thompson192-50-00-0410004
DeMarcus Cousins193-60-00-0521126
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jermaine Taylor104-62-30-02401010
Eugene Jeter73-60-20-0131006
Omri Casspi62-31-20-0210005
Julian Wright41-21-10-0000003
Darnell Jackson10-00-00-0000000
Samuel Dalembert100-10-00-0210100
Donte Greene100-10-00-0311010
TEAM TOTALS29/605/121/2272356664


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "I'm glad we won, but this game almost had a coach's worst nightmare. We were up 21 at one point, and they got it within 2. I'm not sure what I would've done to our guys at practice if we had ended up losing this game."


Tyreke Evans (Player Of The Game): "We walked all over these guys. It's a shame we couldn't score more. I like the new direction we're heading in. More mid-range and 3 point shots and less jamming it down low and praying we get it."


Jermaine Taylor (King's Role Player): "I feel kinda bad for some of our starters. Mostly Cousins and Thompson. Our style has change to long-range shots, and those two aren't fitting into our offensive rythme. I mean, when I'm at point, I try to get them plays to score, but it's not what the coach wants anymore."

Shepard's Review
Bobcats Winning Run Ends With Kings

A big game to boost the Kings morale. They managed to beat one of the best teams in the league at the moment after dropping a hard game to the Celtics. After a DOMINATING first quater, and a pull-ahead third, the Kings had no problem putting away the Bobcats. Let's see why:
  • Kings shot 41% from deep, where the Bobcats only managed 22%.
  • Kings out-assisted, and out-rebounded the Bobcats!
  • This marks only the second game this season where the Kings were out-blocked, 7 to 6
  • 10 fouls called against the rough Kings, where only 3 were against the Bobcats
  • Tyreke Evans showed up again to carry his team, 8-14 with 6 rebounds and 17 points.
  • Jermaine Taylor finally getting the spot light for the first time this season, 4-6, 2-3 from deep, and 10 points.
  • James Harden making 2 fantastic blocks, yet only shooting a dismal 3-11
  • Eugene Jeter bounces back with a nice third line PG play, scoring 6 points and 3 assists.
  • Jameer Nelson shot 3-5, and passed well with 7 assists.
  • DeMarcus Cousins continues to be a small part of the offesne, only 6 points, yet 5 rebounds and 1 block and 1 steal.
  • Thompson disapeard this game. 2-5 shooting and only 4 rebounds.
  • Omri Casspi got just a smidge of glory, 2-3 for 5 points and 2 rebounds.
  • The best player for the Bobcats, Augustin, only shot 5-13 and got 13 points
  • Two of the starting five did not score for the Bobcats.
  • Where was Stephan Jackson? Only 4-14 with a steal and a block.

Bobcats are now 7-3
Kings are now 6-8

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Up Next
December 10, 2010
@ Minnesota Timberwolves (3-7) [Last Game: Won 90-85)
Power House Celtics Take Kings By Storm.
Posted on May 31, 2011 at 03:00 PM.
If you haven't, don't forget to read the Sacramento November Update!
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SACRAMENTO KINGS TRADE

Francisco Garcia (SF)

TORONTO RAPTORS TRADE

Julian Wright (SF) and a 2011 2nd Round Pick

COACH ALEX BEST: This opens up our budget a bit. Plus Garcia isn't producing like we want him to, and I think he can make a difference in Toronto. Plus the pick isn't a bad deal either."

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December 5th, 2010
Boston Celtics (7-6) @ Sacramento Kings (5-7)
- 79
- 73

Kings Depth Chart After Trade
2010 December Kings Depth Chart - 2010
STARTER2ND3RD4TH
PGJameer NelsonEugene Jeter
SGJames HardenJulian WrightJermaine Taylor
SFTyreke EvansOmri Casspi
PFJason ThompsonDonte Greene
CDeMarcus CousinsSamuel DalembertHassan Whiteside


Box Score
Dec 5, 2010 - BOS at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Boston Celtics (7-6)1621162679
Sacramento Kings (5-7)1919181773
Boston Celtics
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Rajan Rondo243-100-05-62730211
Ray Allen226-122-24-42630018
Paul Pierce238-141-10-04210017
Kevin Garnett213-80-00-0612018
Shaq O'Neal182-20-00-0202404
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jeff Green146-110-10-00121012
Delonte West73-40-00-0120016
Avery Bradley51-11-10-0120003
Glen Davis20-00-00-0100000
Jermaine O'Neal60-00-00-0200000
Troy Murphy30-00-00-0000000
Carlos ArroyoDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS33/624/59/102121135479
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson215-93-70-021110513
James Harden226-91-22-23300115
Tyreke Evans236-122-41-24111215
Jason Thompson191-60-01-1901143
DeMarcus Cousins213-50-02-2200218
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Omri Casspi63-41-20-0000007
Julian Wright42-20-00-0000004
Donte Greene102-30-00-0000004
Jermaine Taylor42-20-00-0001004
Samuel Dalembert70-00-00-0100210
Hassan Whiteside20-00-00-0100000
Eugene Jeter80-50-20-0160100
TEAM TOTALS30/577/176/72321471473


[b]Post-Game Interviews[b]

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "You can't turn the ball over 14 times and commit more fouls than the other team and expect to win. We were winning for a while with that many turnovers, but it came and bit us in the butt."


Ray Allen (Player Of The Game): "Tyreke showed his youth and inexperience this game. I mean, his team needed him to step it up like they were, and he couldn't. The Kings were clicking very well, but a team like that needs all 5 starters on, and they only had 3 going strong."


Jameer Nelson (King's Role Player): "I'm just disappointed in this loss. I haven't seen that many steals out of a team in a very long time. They were slapping our hands all game long. We need to step up our game and start winning these close games."

Shepard's Review
Power House Celtics Take Kings By Storm.

If this game had ended 3 minutes before it actually did, the headlines would read a completely different story. Up until the fourth quater, the Kings were blocking shots, forcing bad shots, and draining everything they had. They were shooting 70% at one point WITHOUT Evans. So let's see what happened.
  • Celtics out-scored the Kings by 9 points in the fourth.
  • More shots leads to more baskets, and the Celtics put up 5 more shots and made 3 more than the Kings.
  • Only 4 turnovers for the Celtics compared to the Kings horrific 14.
  • 13 of those turnovers were Celtic steals.
  • Kings managed to have another blocking shot, blocking 7 compared to the Celtics 5.
  • Tyreke Evans could not buy a basket. He shot 6-12, 2-4 from beyond the arc, and only 4 points in the first half out of his 15 overall.
  • James Harden got the start at SG, and did very well. Shot 6-9, 1-2 from three, and 3 rebounds. He proves his better spot is starting at SG.
  • Jameer Nelson didn't have Role Player numbers, shooting 5-9 and 3-7 from beyond the arc, with a double double (13 points, 11 assists). However, he made the threes when the Kings needed them.
  • DeMarcus Cousins still in a low-scoring slump, shotting 3-5 and 8 points with 2 rebounds and 2 blocks. Shaq shut down the Kings front court.
  • Omri Casspi did well off the bench, 3-4 with 7 points.
  • Julian Wright shot a perfect 2-2 in his first game with the Kings.
  • Samuel Dalembert was the only bench defender, getting 2 blocks.
  • Where did Eugene Jeter go? 0-5 and 0-2 from beyond the arc, 6 assists.
  • Ray Allen was on fire, 2-2 from three and 6-12 on the field with 18 points and 6 assists.
  • Green got some good numbers despite being blocked 3 times, 6-11 shooting and 12 points.
  • Kings did well to shut out Garnett, only getting 8 points and 2 steals.

Immediately after the game, Coach Alex Best posted this Depth Chart. Giving Jermaine Taylor the 2nd PG spot and sliding Omri up to SG to give Wright a spot as 2nd SF, Best shows that his adjustment to the 2nd line emphasizes size and experience. With the down games Jeter has had, he moves to the third string spot

December 2010 Kings, #2 Depth Chart - 2010
STARTER2ND3RD4TH
PGJameer NelsonJermaine TaylorEugene Jeter
SGJames HardenOmri Casspi
SFTyreke EvansJulian Wright
PFJason ThompsonDonte Greene
CDeMarcus CousinsSamuel DalembertHassan Whiteside


Celtics are now 8-6
Kings are now 5-8

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Up Next
December 7, 2010
HOME vs Charlotte Bobcats (6-2)

Cutting the Fat

The GM has made a few moves to free up some funding, and to drop some players who are not needed in the organization.

SACRAMENTO TRADES

Hassan Whiteside (C)
-AND-
CLIPPERS TRADE
2011 2nd Round Pick and 2012 2nd Round Pick

SACRAMENTO PLANS TO DROP

Marquis Daniels (SG)
TO FREE AGENCY ONCE HE IS HEALTHY.
Category: Kings Dynasty
Monday, May 30, 2011
NBA Officials Give Pacers The Win
Posted on May 30, 2011 at 12:55 PM.
If you haven't, don't forget to read the Sacramento November Update!
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December 3, 2010
INDIANA PACERS (4-6) @ SACRAMENTO KINGS (5-6)
- 83
- 77

Box Score
Dec 3, 2010 - IND at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Indiana Pacers (4-6)1621163083
Sacramento Kings (5-6)1624142377
Indiana Pacers
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Darren Collison241-40-38-811110210
Dahntay Joneys172-60-02-2101006
Danny Granger2111-152-44-57111028
Tyler Hansbrough212-60-00-01141034
Roy Hibbert223-50-00-2600116
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Paul George115-90-21-11000011
Mike Dunleavy44-42-20-00000010
Brandon Rush42-30-00-1100004
T.J. Ford71-10-02-2030004
Josh McRoberts30-00-00-0200000
Jeff Foster40-00-00-0100000
James Posey60-30-10-0000000
TEAM TOTALS31/564/1217/21311942683
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson206-102-40-02510014
Tyreke Evans245-122-56-63510118
Francisco Garcia120-50-00-0210000
Jason Thompson207-150-11-17113015
DeMarcus Cousins197-80-01-20020215
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
James Harden52-31-10-0200015
Eugene Jeter82-30-10-0130004
Hassan Whiteside42-30-00-0300004
Samuel Dalembert91-10-00-0400002
Jermaine Taylor10-10-10-0000000
Donte Greene90-00-00-0000000
Omri Casspi140-30-00-0210020
TEAM TOTALS32/645/138/9261653677



Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (Kings Head Coach): "I'm so disappointed in the NBA for putting those clowns on this court. Unbelievable game. We couldn't defend because every great play lead to some sort of foul!"


Danny Granger (Player Of The Game): "Both teams were pissed the entire game. I mean, it isn't fun when officials don't stop blowing their whistles. We all got bored of the foul line and just wanted to play."


Tyreke Evans (Kings Role Player): "Everytime I say one teams dirty, another comes along and tops them. Hansbrough doesn't know how to defend anything, so he just bumps you when you go up. No ball contact, just physical hits. I mean really? Thompson walked all over him. Starting 5 for the Pacers is a bit excessive."

Shepard's Review
NBA Officials Give Pacers The Win

Another rough loss for the Kings, who dominated all through most of this game until the 4th quater. We saw some good games, and some terrible games. Regardless of what everyone says about this game, some changes are coming to Sacramento, and Alex Best does not look happy. Let's take a look...
  • NBA Officials were very inconsistant. 6 fouls for Pacers and an outstanding 15 against the Kings.
  • Pacers took less shots because they kept going to the foul line, 17 points from there.
  • Both teams couldn't hit the three, 38%
  • Pacers out-assisted, out-rebounded, and out-benched the Kings.
  • Kings managed to get a small blocking edge, 3 to 2.
  • Tyreke Evans didn't shoot well at all, going 5-12. Maybe Hansbrough's un-called technical contributed to it.
  • DeMarcus Cousins makes a good come-back game compared to his last ones, 7-8 with 2 steals and 15 points
  • Jason Thompson exploited his mismatch all game, having his first offensive success all season with 7-15, 7 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 15 points.
  • Jameer Nelson saw the floor well, 6-10 shooting, 2-4 from beyond the arc, and 5 assists for 14 points.
  • Bench was too quiet for the Kings today.
  • TERRIBLE game from Francisco Garcia, shooting 0-5 and only getting 2 rebounds. Coach Best was quoted by saying "His future in this organization is short if this keeps up."
  • Pacers showed deperation, leaning on Danny Granger for 28 points, 7 rebounds, and 11-15 shooting.
  • Dunleavy has a perfect game, shooting 4-4 and 2-2 from deep.
  • Other than that, the rest of the Pacers did not have good games. Three players got right around 10 points, then everyone else disapeared.

Pacers are now 5-6
Kings are now 5-7
Category: Kings Dynasty
Sunday, May 29, 2011
Sacramento Kings, November Update
Posted on May 29, 2011 at 10:49 PM.

NOVEMBER RECAP
SACRAMENTO KINGS
(5-6)

Assocation Details
gamertag: sYn Shepard
Season Length: 58 Games
Difficulty: All-Star
Quater Length: 7 minutes (Same as Sim Length)
Pre-Season: No
Playoffs: 7-games for all

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Around The League (Team Standings and News)
NBA Standings - Updated: Dec 1, 2010
ATLANTICWLGBDIVCONF
Knicks71--2-03-0
Nets652.50-01-1
Celtics663.02-16-3
76ers474.50-32-6
Raptors396.00-02-0
CENTRALWLGBDIVCONF
Cavaliers63--1-14-2
Bucks530.51-01-1
Pistons640.50-12-2
Bulls551.50-20-2
Pacers462.52-03-3
SOUTHEASTWLGBDIVCONF
Heat82--1-03-2
Bobcats621.02-04-2
Magic464.01-21-4
Hawks375.00-11-2
Wizards385.51-23-6
EAST PLAYOFF RACEWLGBDIVCONF
Knicks71--2-03-0
Heat82--1-03-2
Bobcats621.02-04-2
Cavaliers631.51-14-2
Bucks532.01-01-1
Pistons642.00-12-2
Nets652.50-01-1
Bulls553.00-20-2
Celtics663.02-16-3
Pacers464.02-03-3
Magic464.01-21-4
76ers474.50-32-6
Hawks375.00-1102
Wizards385.51-23-6
Raptors396.00-02-0
NORTHWESTWLGBDIVCONF
Thunder74--0-02-1
Trail Blazers551.50-01-1
Nuggets462.52-03-3
Timberwolves274.00-10-4
Jazz3105.00-11-5
PACIFICWLGBDIVCONF
Lakers83--1-05-1
Warriors521.02-04-0
Suns552.50-01-2
KINGS563.00-13-5
Clippers463.50-20-3
SOUTHWESTWLGBDIVCONF
Rockets96--1-06-3
Mavericks530.51-03-0
Grizzles541.00-24-4
Spurs551.50-02-2
Hornets242.50-01-2
WEST PLAYOFF RACEWLGBDIVCONF
Lakers83--1-05-1
Warriors521.02-04-0
Thunder741.00-02-1
Rockets961.01-06-3
Mavericks531.51-03-0
Grizzles542.00-24-4
Spurs552.50-02-2
Trail Blazers552.50-01-1
Suns552.50-01-2
KINGS563.00-13-5
Clippers463.50-20-3
Nuggets463.52-03-3
Hornets243.50-01-2
Timberwolves275.00-10-4
Jazz3106.00-11-5
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Shepard's Awards on the NBA Standings

Scariest Team in the NBA

The Miami Heat (8-1)
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Well there's no wonder why this team is scary. They have only lost 1 game in their season so far, only loss coming to the Pistons by 4 points. Every other game they've played, they've won by 5 points or more. They were 8-0 until the pistons. Also, LeBron James has won two player of the weeks. A powerful team that is proving they are hard to beat.
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Erik Spoelstra (Heat Head Coach): "It's hard to lose when you have the best three players in the league. We work hard behind the scenes, and we truly are a family here"


Sleeper Team Award

The Golden State Warriors (5-2)
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Some fans might shrug this team, since they're in the same division as the Lakers and the Suns. But these guys are not only 5-2, but they are perfect against their conference and even the division. They won 4-0 on the conference and 2-0 in their division. Winning inner-conference and inner-division makes the whole difference.
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Keith Smart (Warriors Head Coach): I think the Lakers are overshadowing us because we haven't played as many games as they have. We're a bigger thread in this league than people think this year, and we look forward to proving it."


Flickering Light Award

The Houston Rockers (9-6)
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Like the title hints at, this award goes to the team that is still running, but seems to be flickering out. The Rockets started out as the best team in the league, going 6-1 and dominating the Pistons, Raptors, Grizzles, Kings, Timberwolves, and Hawks. But recently, they've been losing a lot, dropping 5 of their last 8. Let's hope they can change directions and get back on track.
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Rick Adelman (Rockets Head Coach): "We're just going through a tough part of our schedules. I mean we faced the Lakers, the revenge-hungry Kings, the Trail Blazers, and the come-back Pistons. When Yao gets healthy again, I expect to win a lot more."


Big Flop Award

The Utah Jazz (3-10)
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These guys can't seem to get anything going so far in the year. They started the season out on a hard note, losing to the Nuggets, Lakers, Warriors, Pistons, Heat, Hawks, Bulls, Rockets, and Spurs. Those are solid teams that caught this young and un-organized team off guard. Some injuries have held this team back as well. With the Thundery, Mavericks, and Heat coming up, I don't see this team turning around for a while.
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Jerry Sloan (Jazz Head Coach): "Yeah yeah, hard schedule. Bull sh*t. We need to be prepared for these teams if we want to succeed. If we get to the playoffs, we can't gripe and moan that the teams we face are too tough and accept losses."

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League Leaders
NBA League Leaders - Updated: Dec 1, 2010
Points Per GamePPGRebounds Per GameRPG
1. Derrick Rose18.51. Dwight Howard7.6
2. Tyreke Evans18.42. Andrew Bogut7.3
3. Kevin Durant16.53. Zach Randolph7.2
4. Kobe Bryant16.44. Joakim Noah6.6
5. Lebron James16.25. David Lee6.6
Assists Per GameAPGBlocks Per GameBPG
1. Stehpen Currey7.61. Serge Ibaka1.5
2. Chris Paul7.32. Dwight Howard1.5
3. Rajon Rondo6.93. Josh Smith1.5
4. Jason Kidd6.14. Marcin Gortat1.4
5. Michael Conley6.05. Zydrunas Ilgauskas1.3
Field Goal PercentageFG%3 Point Percentage3P%
1. Al Horford.7441. Mike Miller1.000
2. Landry Fields.7072. Shane Battier.800
3. Marc Gasol.6673. Daequan Cook.750
4. DeMarcus Cousins.6474. Landry Fields.707
5. Andrew Bynum.6195. Eric Bledsoe.700


Player Of The Week
| Nov 2-6 |
Derrick Rose (CHI) and Manu Ginobili (SA)

| Nov 7-13 |
LeBron James (MIA) and Tyreke Evans (SAC)

| Nov 14-20 |
LeBron James (MIA) and Chris Paul (NO)

| Nov 21-27 |
Stephen Jackson (CHA) and Jameer Nelson (SAC)

Shepard's November All-Star Team
PG: Derrick Rose (CHI)
SG: Landry Fields (NYN)
SF: Kevin Durant (OKL)
PF: Zach Randolph (MEM)
C: Dwight Howard (ORL)
| With Derrick Rose leading the PG of the league in scoring, along with Kevin Durant, those two would be the big scorers. Landry Fields has the best combined shooting percentage in the league, so he'd be the clutch shooter. Zach Randolph leads the league in rebounds, and Dwight Howard leads in blocks. |

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Rumor Mill and Transactions

Transactions
  • Magic send Ran Anderson down to Thunderbirds.
  • THUNDER TRADE: Thebo Sefolosha, '11 2nd round pick | FOR | BUCKS: Drew Gooden
  • Trail Blazers sign Jeff Pendergraph
  • Bucks sign Chris Hunter
  • Warriors sign Eddy Curry
  • KINGS TRADE: Marcus Thornton, '12 1st round pick | FOR | THUNDER: James Harden, '11 1st round pick
  • Kings hire head coach Alex Best after firing Paul Westphal
  • MAGIC TRADE: Jameer Nelson | FOR | KINGS: Beno Udrih, '11 1st round pick
  • Suns sign Larry Hughes

Rumor Mills
  • MIKE BIBY, HEAT| Bibby taking trade talk in stride - 76ers, Jazz, Chicago interested.
  • Corey Maggette, Bucks | On the block - Grizzlies, Wizards, Thunder interested.
  • Ron Artest, Lakers | Lakers weighs artest trade - Trail Blazers is interested, Mavericks are not.
  • Louis Williams, 76ers | Hawks, Nets, Heat interested. Wizards are not.
  • Sebastian Telfair, Timberwolves | Telfair evades trade talk - Warriors, Knicks interested.
  • Keith Bogans, Bulls | Rumors don't bother Bogans - Grizzles, Trail Blazers, Mavericks interested. Nuggets are not.
  • Andrew Miller, Trail Blazers | Miller: I'm happy here in Portand - Thunder, Jazz interested.

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SACRAMENTO KINGS, NOVEMBER RECAP

Game Recaps
For all of these games, check the appropriate link for box scores, interviews, and a game recap.

November 2, 2010 @ Dallas
Kings: 68
Mavericks: 77

November 3, 2010 @ San Antonio
Kings: 63
Spurs: 85

November 6, 2010 @ Houston
Kings: 64
Rockets: 84

November 9, 2010 vs. Toronto
Raptors: 74
Kings: 70

November 14, 2010 vs. Denver
Nuggets: 69
Kings: 70

November 16, 2010 vs. Chicago
Bulls: 52
Kings: 71

November 21, 2010 vs. Milwaukee
Bucks: 72
Kings: 79

November 23, 2010 vs. Houston
Rockets: 65
Kings: 84

November 26, 2010 @ Los Angeles
Kings: 78
Lakers: 80

November 28, 2010 vs. Minnesota
Timberwolves: 85
Kings: 90

November 30, 2010 @ Memphis
Kings: 68
Grizzles: 87

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SACRAMENTO KINGS
5-6 OVERALL
5-1 AT HOME
0-5 ON THE ROAD
3-5 AGAINST CONFERENCE
0-1 AGAINST DIVISION
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Kings Statistics
Sacramento Kings Stats - 2010
PlayerGPMINPPGRPGAPGSPGBPGTPGFPG
Tyreke Evans1124718.42.82.30.90.70.71.1
DeMarcus Cousins1122611.15.30.70.60.80.41.2
Jameer Nelson122028.21.65.81.10.21.71.2
Eugene Jeter11927.50.63.40.70.00.51.0
Francisco Garcia111857.53.31.30.40.60.71.4
Jason Thompson112216.35.11.50.50.90.91.4
James Harden101435.62.61.10.50.20.91.1
Samuel Dalembert11873.11.20.50.51.00.40.7
Omri Casspi11842.51.40.40.30.20.50.4
Jermaine Taylor11281.60.00.00.20.00.30.0
Marquis Daniels8231.30.00.30.40.10.00.6
Hassan Whiteside3100.70.60.30.00.00.30.0
Donte Greene11780.61.40.30.40.40.30.6


Player Reviews
- The players was asked how the league is going so far, and Head Coach Alex Best was asked to comment on the player. -

Jameer Nelson - PG (11 GP, 7 GS, 99 Points, 19 Rebounds, 70 Assists, 13 Steals, 43% FG, 53% 3PT, 100% FT)
"I'm glad I was traded to the Kings. It's a fun group of guys who know how to win. When we're all working together, it's hard to stop us. However when one of us starts slacking, it hurts the entire team."
COACH ALEX BEST: "We needed a three point shooter, and we got it out of Jameer Nelson. This man has experience behind his belt, and knows how to direct our offense. I'm glad he's at the point calling the shots."


Tyreke Evans - SG (11 GP and GS, 202 Points, 31 Rebounds, 25 Assists, 10 Steals, 8 Blocks, 54% FG, 52% 3PT, 83% FT)
"Nobody in this entire league signed up for the NBA because it's easy. No one promised any of us it would be easy. You see the good and ugly about each team, and you have to be ready for anything. It's as simple as that.
COACH ALEX BEST: "He's got a mouth on him, that's for sure. He is a little restless for how young he is. But he knows how to score, and he knows how to lead this team. He needed a few players with him to make him better, and I think we got him that. I see an all-star in him."


Francisco Garcia - SF (11 GP, 7 GS, 82 Points, 36 Rebounds, 14 Assists, 54% FG, 50% 3PT)"I mean, no matter how long you've been in this league, you always need to re-prove yourself in front of a new coach. I'm not sure I've done that yet, but I hope to make a big difference in the future of this franchise."
COACH ALEX BEST: "This kid is good, but I'm not sure where he fits in our team yet. I see him as a starter, but he needs to be a bit more consistant."


Jason Thompson - PF (11 GP and GS, 69 Points, 56 Rebounds, 16 Assists, 10 Blocks, 49% FG, 90% FT)
"I think we're doing really good so far. It's sorta a downer to not see your name in the papers, but I think I'm doing a great deal to help this team. I think we'll have a much more successful season this year compared to last year."
COACH ALEX BEST: "You know, you can't just put 5 scorers out their on the court and expect to win. You need defensive players too. Thompson is a huge defensive threat to our opponents, and I'm very happy we have him."


DeMarcus Cousins - C (11 GP and GS, 122 Points, 58 Rebounds, 9 Blocks, 64% FG, 80% FT)"This has been a really fun season so far. I mean, sure we did lose some games pretty bad, but it's no fun to win them all right? I'm enjoying my role and I'm looking forward to the rest of our season.
COACH ALEX BEST: "I don't know where we'd be without this guy as our Center. I assume probably 0-9. He knows the game well, and he knows how to score when we need it. Both an offensive and defensive threat. What an excellent addition to our team."


James Harden - 6th Man (10 GP, 8 GS, 56 Points, 26 Rebounds, 11 Assists, 38% FG, 72% FT)
"I wasn't sure how I could help this team when I was traded. But I see that I am the strength off the bench. A lot of the second string guys are young. I'm glad I can be some explosive offense."
COACH ALEX BEST: "You can't ignore this guy on defense. He's our SG, yet he snags more rebounds than some of our forwards do. I love that he's aggressive and knows how to get to the basket. Improve his shooting percentages and he'll be a huge threat"

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DECEMBER SCHEDULE

December 3rd, Home vs Pacers
December 5th, Home vs Celtics
December 7th, Home vs Bobcats
December 10th, @ Timberwolves
December 11th, @ Pacers
December 14th, @ Bucks
December 16, Home vs Lakers
December 19, Home vs Hornets
December 21, Home vs Wizards
December 23, Home vs Heat

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A Message from sYn Shepard (the player!)

I like how difficult this association is going so far. I feel like I'm winning games I should win, but I'm not dominating a league that I can't dominate. That's my issue with other associations. I'm sorry, but the Pistons, Jazz, and Clippers aren't good enough teams to be going 30-0 with their basic roster.

I am trying very hard to be realistic. I do 7 minute quarters because I'll get bored if I do more. I'm trying to keep trades realistic, however the computers aren't stupid and make dumb trades. I don't do overrides, so I accept whatever trades happen. I mean, I tried to figure out a way to get Dwayne Wade, and the heat rejected EVERY player I tried to trade them. So everything is as realistic as I can make it.

As for the Kings, I like my roster. I honestly am not really happy with Francisco Garcia. I mean, he'll have one great game for every 5 bad games. And he's expensive! I'd like to trade him away for a good draft pick to free up some cap space for the free agency. I don't see him being a big help for the Kings in the future, so I'd look for him to move fairly soon. I'm also surprise at Jeter! He's a fun little guy to play as. As for everyone else, I'd say my starting 5 is pretty much locked in except for Garcia. If I manage to get to the playoffs, you'll see Nelson, Evans, Thompson, and Cousins on the floor.

Thanks for all the feedback! I hope you guys enjoy December as much as I'll enjoy playing and writing about it!

- sYn Shepard
Category: Kings Dynasty
"With The D All Over!" Kings Pick Up A Loss.
Posted on May 29, 2011 at 10:53 AM.
November 30, 2010
Sacramento Kings (5-5) AT Memphis Grizzles (4-4)
- 68
- 87

Box Score
Nov 30, 2010 - SAC at MEM
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Sacramento Kings (5-5)1914171868
Utah Grizzles (4-4)2325162387
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson222-72-40-05101056
Tyreke Evans218-155-111-23300022
Francisco Garcia215-110-20-13011010
Jason Thompson214-60-00-0630118
DeMarcus Cousins213-70-02-2501108
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
James Harden62-20-01-2000005
Eugene Jeter62-81-40-0110005
Omri Casspi81-40-20-0200002
Jermaine Taylor20-20-02-2000002
Samuel Dalembert60-20-00-0100000
Hassan Whiteside20-10-10-0100000
Donte Greene80-10-00-0100000
TEAM TOTALS27/668/246/9281733668
Utah Grizzles
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Michael Conley193-50-20-01100006
O.J. Mayo206-130-34-41410016
Rudy Gay198-180-00-04500116
Zach Randolph215-80-03-410000013
Marc Gasol214-50-01-1611119
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Shane Battier104-42-22-20200112
Xavier Henry42-20-02-2111016
Tony Allen81-10-02-2200004
Darrell Arthur81-10-00-0710002
Sam Young41-30-10-0100002
Ishmael Smith60-00-01-2131001
Leon Powe70-00-00-0210000
TEAM TOTALS35/602/815/17362841487


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "This is a hard loss for our boys. I know they wanted to finish the month better than this, but it's stepping stones. We'll be fine next month and into the rest of the season. Just need to brush this loss off and keep going."


O.J. Mayo (Player Of The Game): "That was a difficult blow-out! I mean, we had to really work for it. Typically you just play well and they don't, and you get a 15 point win. But we had to actually work hard for that win."


Tyreke Evans (King's Role Player): "I think this game proves that some teams are spending practice time doing the wrong things. I mean, they were stealing balls with their back to the passer, making shots where they couldn't even see the basket, and faking struggles to draw fouls out of us. I mean seriously, with only 5 seconds left and a 10+ point lead they were still driving at us. I don't plan on losing to this team again."

Shepard's Review
"With The D All Over!" Kings Pick Up A Loss.

That headline says it all. The Kings were all over the Grizzles shooters, and yet they still made most of their baskets. Some spectacular plays from Utah to shut this game down. When you're draining thoughts the defense think they've shut down, it makes it hard to switch to offense. Kings were thrown off balance all game.
  • Kings haven't shot this bad since the beginning of the season. 27/66 and 40% from the field.
  • 8/24 from three. 33%. Why did the Kings keep shooting from there?
  • Grizzles out-assisted, out-rebounded, and out-stole the Kings.
  • Kings dominate the blocks again, 3-1.
  • 13 fouls for the Kings and only 5 for the Grizzles. Does the NBA need to reconsider some of their officials?
  • 36 points in the paint for the grizzles, 20 for the Kings.
  • Tyreke Evans, who was fouled out late in the game, shot 5-11 from three and 8-15 overall, snagging a season high 22 points and 3 rebounds.
  • Garcia struggled all game long, 0-2 from three and 5-11 from the field, only gettng 10 points.
  • Thompson shows he is still a defensive threat, 6 rebounds and a block.
  • Cousins continues his three-game struggle with only 3-7, 8 points, and 5 rebounds. You need him playing well to win.
  • Jameer Nelson also continues to struggle, only 2-4 from beyond the arc, yet snagging 10 assists.
  • O.J. Mayo was a hard force to stop, 16 points.
  • Battier lifted the team well, a perfect game with 4-4, 2-2 from three, and 2-2 from the line. 12 points.

Grizzles are now 5-4
Kings are now 5-6

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Up Next
November Recap! Make sure to tune in for some cool information on this association!
Category: Kings Dynasty
Saturday, May 28, 2011
November 28, 2010
Minnesota Timerwolves (2-6) AT Sacramento Kings (4-5)
- 85
- 90

Box Score
Nov 28, 2010 - MIN at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Minnesota Timberwolves (2-9)2114222885
Sacramento Kings (4-5)2822241690
Minnesota Timberwolves
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jonny Flynn198-123-51-12800120
Wesley Johnson256-151-40-05511013
Michael Beasley218-161-43-44211020
Kevin Love232-40-10-01121104
Darko Milicic91-10-00-0000212
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Anthony Randolph198-100-02-33100218
Luke Ridnour101-51-30-0040013
Anthony Tolliver40-00-00-0000000
Lazar Hayward20-10-00-0000000
Nikola Pekovic40-00-00-0110000
Sebastian TelfairDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS36/727/206/8282546785
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson154-81-21-131000010
Tyreke Evans207-92-34-53102020
Francisco Garcia199-112-30-04110120
Jason Thompson194-60-01-2111209
DeMarcus Cousins234-90-00-0711108
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Eugene Jeter146-141-40-00810113
Samuel Dalembert92-30-00-0110104
James Harden81-30-00-0201002
Omri Casspi101-20-10-0300002
Hassan Whiteside21-10-00-1100012
Donte Greene50-20-00-0101010
Jermaine Taylor20-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS39/686/136/9262366490


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "I'd like to congratulate the Minnesota Timberwolves. They really are the under-dogs of the league. They have fantastic talent and a great group of five players. It must be losses like this that they are use to, because they can keep up with any team in the league."


Francisco Garcia (Player Of The Game): "It's always nice when we have a big lead, to let our younger players get a chance to really shine. I'm glad to see Jeter put up the numbers he did. I think he's the future PG of this team. Hands down."


Tyreke Evans (King's Role Player): "I think we should've won by a lot more than we did. I mean, we were up like 19 at one point. I don't even remember how they came back and made it such a close game. All I know is that they are a bunch of loud mouths. You can yell in my ear all you want during my three point show Luke Ridnour. I will still make it."

Shepard's Review
Kings Manage To Pull Off Another Win Over Timberwolves

Don't let the stat sheet fool you. This game was all Kings all game. Sure, the Timberwolves put up an impressive fourth quater to at least put the game within reach, but there was no stopping the Kings tonight. Here's a few reasons why the outcome was the way it was:
  • Not only did the Timberwolves take 4 more shots than the Kings, they also missed 3 more. Bad shooting.
  • 7 for 20 from beyond the arc by the Timberwolves? That's begging to lose. You can't keep missing those shots.
  • Timberwolves managed to out-assist, out-rebound, and got many more offensive rebounds than the Kings.
  • Kings managed to hold onto the ball, 4 turnovers compared to the Timberwolves 7.
  • Fransisco Garcia got the start for the first time in about 3 games, and shows he belongs there. 9-11 shooting, 2-3 from far, and 20 points.
  • Tyreke Evans also got 20 points, shooting well from outside and getitng 2 blocks.
  • Eugene Jeter, officially named the team's 6th man, got 13 points, 8 assists, and a steal.
  • Jameer Nelson picks up his second double-double with the Kings, 10 points and 10 assists.
  • Jason Thompson still fighting to belong, getting 9 points and 2 blocks.
  • Cousins goes silent for the second game in a row, only 8 points, yet 7 rebounds and a block.
  • Michael Beasly shot just under 50% for the game, yet managed to snag 20 points.
  • Kevin Love was heald down to only 4 points, yet managed to get 11 rebounds.
  • Timberwolves were outscored every quater except the fourth. They came back from a 19 point deficit to only lose by 5.

Alex Best submits his 3rd official roster update, sliding Garcia back into a starting role.
Sacramento Kings Depth Chart - 2010
STARTER2ND3RD4TH
PGJameer NelsonEugene JeterMarquis Daniels
SGTyreke EvansJames HardenJermaine Taylor
SFFransisco GarciaOmri Casspi
PFJason ThompsonDonte Greene
CDeMarcus CousinsSamuel DalembertHassan Whiteside


Timberwolves are now 2-10
Kings are now 5-5

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Coming Up
November 30, 2010
HOME against the Memphis Grizzles (4-4)

MONTH RECAP! (BIG update. Lots of cool info coming in this blog entry!)
Category: Kings Dynasty
Friday, May 27, 2011
Kings Out-Play The Lakers, Yet Still Lose.
Posted on May 27, 2011 at 10:05 PM.
November 26, 2010
Sacramento Kings (4-4) AT Los Angeles Lakers (7-2)
- 78
- 80

Box Score
Nov 26, 2010 - SAC at LAL
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Sacramento Kings (4-4)1825191678
Los Angeles Lakers (7-2)1326221980
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson193-81-30-02102207
James Harden133-50-10-0200026
Tyreke Evans216-152-32-22001016
Jason Thompson194-80-10-0301008
DeMarcus Cousins204-80-00-0701008
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Eugene Jeter103-61-22-2072009
Francisco Garcia124-71-10-2401009
Omri Casspi94-40-00-0100018
Jermaine Taylor62-21-10-0000015
Samuel Dalembert51-10-00-0010102
Donte Greene50-00-00-0021010
Hassan Whiteside60-10-00-0010000
TEAM TOTALS34/656/124/6212184578
Los Angeles Lakers
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Steve Blake122-61-20-0120125
Kobe Bryant2311-211-50-03010223
Ron Artest153-51-20-0231007
Pua Gasol201-20-00-0940112
Andrew Bynum225-70-00-03102110
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Shannon Brown156-72-20-01510114
Lamar Odom185-70-02-36410112
Ron Artest153-51-20-0231007
Matt Barnes91-20-01-2130003
Luke Walton51-20-00-0120012
Derek Fisher41-10-00-0000012
Derrick Caracter20-00-00-0000000
Devin EbanksDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS36/605/113/5272484580


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "This game was a rough one, but I think we'll be able to bounce back and pick up more wins. It was a close at the end, but close only counts in horseshoes and hand grenades."


Kobe Bryant (Player Of The Game): "This is one of those games where you just hope the other team doesn't capitalize on your mistakes. We didn't play good basketball, but luckily they didn't either. It just came down to who wanted it more."


Tyreke Evans (King's Role Player): "It's amazing. We were the better team the entire game, and yet we still lost. I guess that's just what happens when you give the ball to the only good player on your team and hope he doesn't f*** up."

Shepard's Review
Kings Out-Play The Lakers, Yet Still Lose.

A close one in Los Angeles tonight. It's true what the head-lines say. The Kings out-performed the Lakers on almost all fronts, yet still picked up the loss. Down the stretch, the Lakers got some luckly breaks, and a game-winning block against Jameer Nelson with Steve Blake sealed the deal. Let's break down today's game.
  • Kings took more shots, but the lakers shot 6% better from the field.
  • Lakers managed to out-assist and out-rebound the Kings, but that's about it.
  • Kings out-blocked, got more steals, less turnovers, more fast break and second chance points, and shot better from three point territory only to lose.
  • Tyreke Evans did a average job tonight. Shooting 6-15, yet 2-3 from beyond the arc to snag 16 points.
  • Eugune Jeter and Francisco Garcia, and Omri Casspi played better than the rest of the starting roster did.
  • Eugene Jeter got 7 assists, and 2 steals out of this game.
  • Francisco finally had a chance to shine this game. He shot 1-1 from 3, and snagged 4 rebounds and a steal for 9 points.
  • Omri Casspi showed he has some life in him, shooting a perfect 4-4.
  • DeMarcus Cousins was alive on the boards, getting 7 rebounds. But his scoring was low and he didn't get a single block.
  • Jason Thompson didn't do much better, only 3 rebounds and 8 points.
  • Jameer Nelson did not score well. 3-8 for only 7 points. He did, however, get 2 blocks, 2 steals, and a fantastic 10 assists.
  • Kobe Bryant had the worst game of his season so far. He only shot a mear 11-21 from the field, 1-5 from beyond the arc. He didn't get a SINGLE ASSIST...yet managed to score 23 points. Surprising scoring.
  • Wait, let me get this straight...Pau Gasol only got 2 points? And Derek Fisher only got 4 minutes of game-time? How did the Lakers win?

Lakers are now (8-2)
Kings are now (4-5)

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Next Game
September 28, 2010
HOME against Minnesota Timberwolves. (2-6)
Category: Kings Dynasty
November 23, 2010
Houston Rockets (7-4) @ Sacramento Kings (3-4)
- 65
- 84

In-Game Injuries

Marquis Daniels (Sacramento Kings)
Strained Abdomen, Out for 1-2 Weeks
"Yeah, getting an injury sucks, but I'm sure my team will be just fine without me. Besides, I get to see my family!"

Yao Ming (Houston Rockets)
Lower Back Straing, Out for 1-2 Weeks[
"It was a hard game and a hard loss. I'll be back soon."

Courtney Lee (Houston Rockets)
Broken Wrist, Out for 4-6 Weeks
"This sucks. I mean, it'll be interesting to see how the Rockets adjust with Yao and I out of the starting lineup. I just hope we can continue to win games. It's a shame that the Kings got the best of us since we were injured."

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Box Score
Nov 23, 2010 - HOU at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Houston Rockets (7-4)1917161365
Sacramento Kings (3-4)2522142384
Houston Rockets
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Kyle Lowry241-81-52-2171935
Courtney Lee113-60-04-40000010
Terrence Williams222-80-34-4302008
Luis Scola225-100-02-39002212
Yao Ming132-20-03-4211207
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Patrick Patterson144-70-00-0110208
Goran Dragic113-30-01-2320037
Chase Budinger91-71-52-2111015
Brad Miller41-10-00-0000002
Chuck Hayes90-00-01-2300021
Jordan Hill30-00-00-0000100
Hasheem Thabeet40-10-00-0000200
TEAM TOTALS22/532/1319/232312591165
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson176-123-60-001010215
James Harden192-70-14-4441018
Tyreke Evans214-92-21-13100111
Jason Thompson174-90-00-0401008
DeMarcus Cousins187-90-02-36223016
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Eugene Jeter104-71-20-0040009
Samuel Dalembert113-50-00-0303116
Omri Casspi82-21-11-2201006
Francisco Garcia92-50-01-2200005
Marquis Daniels20-10-00-0001000
Donte Greene120-20-10-0500100
Jermaine Taylor10-10-10-0000000
TEAM TOTALS34/697/149/122921105584


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "Basketball is a physical sport, and rivalries bring that out. We had to prevent them from easy layups and low-post moves, so we fouled them if we couldn't stop them. That's fundamental basketball. Regardless of how we did it, it feels good to pick up our 4th straight win."


Jameer Nelson (Player Of The Game): "They fought hard and were tough opponents. But we're a different team from the last time and they didn't adjust to us well. It's unfortunate to see Yao and Courtney down after this game, but they were playing hard too, and I know there is no hard feelings."


DeMarcus Cousins (King's Role Player): "I felt we were in control most of this game, and that's a great feeling to have. When Yao had to leave, it left us big men open for a lot of possibilities. I mean we saw a great game from Thompson, Dalembert, and Greene!"

Shepard's Review
Rocket's Rivalry Leads To Fulds, Injuries, And A Kings Win.

You can see why Arco Arena is a hard place to play. Even against one of the best teams in NBA right now, they managed to rally at home and pick up a 19 point win. A lot of hard-played basketball down their tonight, yet the Kings were able to get revenge for the early season loss and pick up a win at home. I'm here to recap you on why the Kings won, and how hard the Rockets fought back.
  • The Kings took 16 more shots than the Rockets did. More chances lead to more baskets.
  • 7/14 and 50% shooting from beyond the arc for the Kings. Rockets were banging their head against the wall with only 2/13 from three point territory.
  • Rockets went to the line 7 more times than the Kings, and capitalized 19 points from the stripe.
  • 11 turnovers for the Rockets compared to the Kings 5. They needed to hold on the basketball better.
  • Rockets finally managed to snap the Kings 7-game blocking streak, outblocking them 9 to 5
  • Rockets were out-assisted 21 to 12.
  • DeMarcus Cousins, having another all-star game, got 6 rebounds, 2 steals, 3 blocks, and shot 7-9 to get 16 points, the game highest scorer.
  • Jameer Nelson scored another double-doubl, with 15 points and 10 assists.
  • Tyreke Evans had a great first half, and stepped back in the second. 2-2 from beyond the arc to snag 11 points.
  • Jason Thompson stepped up his game a little bit, grabbing a steal and shooting 4-9 for 8 points and 4 rebounds.
  • James Harden is pushing to stay in the starting roster, trying to prove his worth by snagging 4 rebounds, 4 assists, and 8 points.
  • Eugene Jeter proving his ability as the 6th man by shooting 4-7, getting 4 assists and 9 points.
  • Samuel Dalembert was able to shine without Yao against him, snagging 3-5 shooting and 3 steals, even a block to add.
  • Donte Greene, with the most minutes off the bench (12), got 5 rebounds and 1 block.
  • Yao didn't do enough when he was in the game, 2-2 but only 7 points.
  • Scola did his best to lift his team, but fell short with only 12 points and 5-10 shooting.

Rockets are now 7-5
Kings are now 4-4

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Next Game
November 26, 2010, Away at Los Angeles Lakers (7-2)
Thursday, May 26, 2011
November 21, 2010
Milwaukee Bucks (1-0) @ Sacrament Kings (2-4)
- 72
- 79

Box Score
Nov 21, 2010 - MIL at SAC
TEAM1ST2ND3RD4THSCORE
Milwaukee Bucks (1-0)1915122672
Sacramento Kings (2-4)1423132979
Milwaukee Bucks
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Brandon Jennings233-92-42-31610410
John Salmons184-91-32-21230111
Corey Maggette203-50-02-2110018
Drew Gooden222-40-00-0752014
Andrew Bogut225-80-00-26101010
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Michael Redd146-131-31-21010014
Chris Douglas-Roberts74-50-01-1111109
Keyon Dooling51-20-00-0010012
Earl Boykins11-10-00-0000002
Luc Richard Mbah A Moute41-10-00-0100102
Ersan Ilyasova90-30-00-011000
Carlos DelfinoDNP0-00-00-0000000
TEAM TOTALS30/604/108/12201883872
Sacramento Kings
STARTERSMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Jameer Nelson206-92-34-41720418
James Harden222-51-20-0431225
Tyreke Evans224-100-35-63410013
Jason Thompson213-40-04-45013110
DeMarcus Cousins213-50-04-44100010
BENCHMINFGM-A3PM-AFTM-AREBASTSTLBLKTOPTS
Eugene Jeter85-92-32-20200014
Jermaine Taylor11-10-00-0000002
Francisco Garcia61-10-00-2110002
Samuel Dalembert81-10-00-0100012
Marquis Daniels21-10-00-0000002
Donte Greene80-10-01-2301001
Omri Casspi70-30-00-0321000
TEAM TOTALS27/505/1120/24252075979


Post-Game Interviews

Alex Best (King's Head Coach): "This game came down to the final quater. Who could perform better. I'm glad we could sneak the win out from under these guys, but they were draining the better looks and playing the better defense. Heck, they might have won if they never fouled us at the very end."


Jameer Nelson (Player Of The Game): "It always feels great to get a win. I felt confident out there, and my team mates really helped me out. It was a good game overall for both sides."


Tyreke Evans (Key Player for the Kings): "I can see why people THINK Andrew Bogut is a good shot blocker. He basically punches you every time you go up. I'm glad the referees didn't allow him to play dirty. This isn't football buddy, keep your hands to yourself."

Jon Ratski's Review
Bucks Break Down Before The Kings, 3rd Straight Win At Home.

Another great win by the Kings. After struggling in the first half, they managed to key some key stops and kept giving the ball to the hot hands of Jameer Nelson. Coach Best did a great job keeping fresh players on the court, and they outlasted the tired Bucks in the 4th quater. Fundamental win, with goods and bads.
  • Another blocking show, 5 for the Kings.
  • Bucks threw there bench out there more than their starters it seemed. 29 fron them.
  • Both teams go a lot of turnovers, 17 in total.
  • Bucks could not stay out of foul trouble. Bogut being the bad boy with 5 fouls, all of them shooting.
  • Jameer Nelson proved that he is a great fit for this young team. 6-9, 2-3 from beyond the arc, with 7 assists and 2 steals.
  • Eugene Jeter picking up some slack as well, going 5-9 from the field and 2-3 from beyond the arc (first game he's done that well) and 14 points.
  • Tyreke Evans did well to step back and let Nelson take the spot light. 4-10 from the field.
  • Thompson keeps proving why he's in the starting lineup. 3 blocks, and 5 rebounds. 10 points.
  • DeMarcus Cousins also had a step-back game, only shooting 3-5, but getting 4 from the line after getting 3 fouls out of Bogut.
  • James Harden did well, 1-2 from beyond the arc and throwing out 2 blocks and 4 rebounds from the SG position.

Buck are now 1-1
Kings are now 3-4
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Next Game
November 23, 2010 - Home against the Houston Rockets (7-4) [Lost last encounter 84-64)

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