Who are the Sacramento Kings Starters?
The Kings have a vastly different starting five than what they have had in the past. Amazingly, just two of the five starters from the playoffs two seasons ago are still with the team and starting.
| Position | Starter |
|---|---|
| Point Guard | Keon Ellis |
| Shooting Guard | Zach LaVine |
| Small Forward | DeMar DeRozan |
| Power Forward | Keegan Murray |
| Center | Domantas Sabonis |
Point Guard - Keon Ellis
Taking the reigns of the point guard role vacated after the trade of De'Aaron Fox, Keon Ellis has stepped up and controlled the backcourt. Ellis currently averages 8.3 points per game while shooting 48.9 percent from the floor, including 43.6 percent from beyond the arc.
Shooting Guard - Zach LaVine
Acquired in a trade with the Chicago Bulls, Zach LaVine has been exceptional for the Kings, leading them with 22.5 points over 30 games since he joined the team. LaVine is an excellent shooter, hitting 51.1 percent of his shots, including 44.6 percent from the triples. Ultimately, he has been a great fit in Sacramento.
Small Forward - DeMar DeRozan
The Kings acquired him before the season began, and it's been a good deal. So far, DeRozan is second on the Kings in scoring, averaging 22.2 points per game while shooting 47.7 percent from the field. DeRozan already had chemistry with LaVine from their time in Chicago, and both have played flawlessly in Sacramento.
Power Forward - Keegan Murray
The third-year power forward has been solid this season. However, he has taken a slight step back, averaging 12.4 points per game while shooting just 44.4 percent from the floor. Murray has also dealt with a back injury that has hindered him.
Center - Domantas Sabonis
Domantas Sabonis continues to put consistent numbers, averaging 19.1 points and 13.9 rebounds per game. He has been the most critical player on the floor, giving the Kings a solid big man to help their cause.
Who is on the Sacramento Kings Bench?
The bench has been a major reason why the Kings are struggling this season. Despite having some solid names, it has not been enough to win. The Kings' bench is second-to-last in points per game.
| Position | 2nd String | 3rd String |
|---|---|---|
| Point Guard | Devin Carter | Markelle Fultz |
| Shooting Guard | Keon Ellis | Devin Carter |
| Small Forward | Jake LaRavia | Doug McDermott |
| Power Forward | Trey Lyles | Jake LaRavia |
| Center | Jonas Valaciunas | Trey Lyles |
The Kings have a slim bench. Significantly, Jonas Valaciunas is the only major threat off the bench. But the rest of the bench leaves a lot to be desired. This is something they must fix during the offseason.
Who Is the Kings’ 6th Man?
The Kings don't have anyone who is currently contending for the 6th Man of the Year Award. However, Valaciunas would ideally be the best guy off the bench, averaging 8.3 points per game.
Who is in the Kings' Front Office?
| Position | Staff Member |
| General Manager | Monte McNair |
| Head Coach | Doug Christie |
| Associate Head Coach | Jay Triano |
Who is the Kings' Head Coach?
Doug Christie took over after the Kings fired Mike Brown. So far, he has had mixed results, going 27-24 over 51 games. Christie will look to steer the ship straight and get the Kings some better results.
Who is the Kings’ General Manager?
The Kings currently do not have a General Manager after firing Monte McNair, following the disappointing loss to the Mavericks. McNair left the Houston Rockets in September 2020 after having spent 13 years in that organization. He was the reigning Executive of the Year a few seasons ago after having acquired Sabonis from Indiana for Buddy Hield and Tyrese Haliburton, helping the Kings become a third seed in 2022-2023. But the loss left a sour taste, and he was given the
Sacramento Kings Roster FAQs
The Kings' starting lineup consists of Keon Ellis, Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray, and Domantas Sabonis. Jonas Valaciuanas has been the de facto sixth man off the bench, providing Sabonis some relief and also being a threat on the boards.
Through April, LaVine led the Kings in scoring, averaging 22.4 points per game. DeRozan has been the second-best scorer, averaging 22.2 points per game, while Sabonis was averaging 19.1 points per game while manning the middle.
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Robert B. Hayek has been writing about sports for over a decade and is currently a member of the Gambling.com Group team. In his spare time, he runs the largest sports meetup group in Orange County, CA, actively participating in every sport imaginable. He is also a published author of five thriller novels, all available on Amazon.
