Deuce & Mo: A Sacramento Kings, NBA & WNBA podcast

THE KINGS FINALLY WON A GAME! Sacramento gets its first win of the season with a 115-100 victory over the Mavericks in Dallas, and there's plenty to feel good about.

Deuce and Mo break down what changed defensively, the second-half adjustments that helped the Kings take control and why they had success slowing down Cooper Flagg. Plus, how about that bench?! Malik Monk led the way with 24 points, while Leaky Black and Emanuel Sharp gave Sacramento some HUGE contributions.

And Darius Acuff Jr. continues to impress. The rookie stepped up in some BIG second-half moments, and Deuce and Mo discuss what keeps standing out about his game and why he's been so special to watch.

Plus, "John King" and "Wolf Blitzer" break down the Kings' path to more victories, we talk about the impressive early play from rookies around the NBA and look ahead to Sacramento's upcoming homestand.

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It's our Halloween episode of Deuce & Mo, and the Kings are giving us plenty of reasons to be scared!

Sacramento got crushed by Memphis 136-105, falling to 0-6 for the first time since the 1990-91 season. They've now allowed 120+ points in EVERY game. Y

But can we talk about Darius Acuff Jr.?! The rookie went off for 38 points and NINE threes! Deuce and Mo get into why Acuff feels like such a special talent, what makes him so fun to watch and why a change to the Kings' starting lineup might make a lot of sense.

Plus, thoughts on Boozer and the undefeated 6-0 Grizzlies, what we've seen from Cooper Flagg and the Mavericks ahead of the Kings' next game, and the big question: When are the Kings going to win a game?!

And because it's Halloween, things got a little weird. Deuce debuted his creepy basketball-demon story about Acuff, and Morgan performed a Rocky Horror Picture Show Riff Raff parody.

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Deuce and Mo drop a podcast talking about the Valkyries winning the 2026 WNBA Championship in only their second year as a WNBA team.

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The Kings are 0-5 after another rough night, falling 132-120 to the Pelicans. But how about Darius Acuff?! 34 points, 14 assists and 6 rebounds in his FIFTH NBA game!

Deuce and Mo get into what they're seeing from the 19-year-old, why his offensive game looks so promising and the things he still needs to clean up.

As for the rest of the game... ROUGH. 25 turnovers that led to 40 points, 80 points allowed in the paint and 34 fast-break points for New Orleans. They talk about the Kings' struggles, shot selection, the lack of another playmaker and Doug Christie riding his starters so heavily.

Plus, the Kings have the 5-0 Grizzlies up next, and there's a lot to talk about with this rookie class! Early thoughts on Acuff, Boozer, AJ Dybantsa and Yaxel Lendeborg.

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AJ Dybantsa made his NBA debut against the Cleveland Cavaliers, and there was plenty to like from the Wizards rookie.

Deuce and Mo break down what impressed them about Dybantsa's first NBA game, the potential of Washington's young core and the questions surrounding the Wizards' future in the Eastern Conference.

They also discuss how the Cavs found a way to win, their start to the season, why Meleek Thomas is looking like a draft steal, where the Wizards rank on their NBA League Pass watch list and why the Portland Trail Blazers are becoming one of the NBA's most entertaining teams.

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The Sacramento Kings fall to 0-4 for the first time since 2022 after getting crushed by the San Antonio Spurs, 130-103. Deuce and Mo break down the Kings' defensive struggles, including their transition defense, issues defending the 3-point line and Julian Champagnie hitting eight threes in the first half. Is there any light at the end of the tunnel?

They also discuss Darius Acuff Jr.'s encouraging fourth NBA game against an aggressive Spurs defense, Domantas Sabonis going at Victor Wembanyama and playing some of his best basketball, De'Andre Hunter's 24-point night and the offensive struggles when Sabonis sits.

Plus, injury updates on Keegan Murray, Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell, predictions for the Kings' first win, Portland's 3-0 start, major injuries in OKC, Anthony Edwards needing surgery and whether the NBA should be concerned about all these early-season injuries.

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It's our annual Halloween Week Special! Deuce dressed up as Red Panda, Morgan transformed into legendary Kings announcer Gary Gerould, and then it was time to talk about another Kings loss.

Deuce and Mo break down Sacramento's 0-3 start after falling to the Memphis Grizzlies, including another rough defensive quarter, Memphis dominating the offensive glass and getting out in transition, and the Kings' struggles closing games. They discuss Darius Acuff Jr.'s 22-point, 7-assist performance, what they're seeing from the rookie through three games and why they're not worried about his shot volume. Plus, what needs to change as the Kings prepare to hit the road?

They also bounce around the NBA, including OKC losing Jalen Williams to a gruesome injury, the other teams off to 0-3 starts, the Jayson Tatum vs. Jaylen Brown conversation and why the Houston Rockets look different this season.

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The Kings are 0-2 after falling to the Portland Trail Blazers 128-120 in their home opener, but was there enough to feel a little better about this team?

Deuce and Mo break down Sacramento's improved offensive approach, what looked different from opening night and why running more through Domantas Sabonis makes so much sense after his monster triple-double. They dive into Darius Acuff Jr.'s impressive 33-point performance in just his second NBA game and what already stands out about the rookie's game.

Plus, why didn't Keegan Murray play in the fourth quarter? They discuss his quiet start to the season, Malik Monk's return, other encouraging signs and why Portland could be a really solid team this year. They also look ahead to the Kings' matchup with the 2-0 Grizzlies, debate whether there's reason to feel better despite the loss and bounce around some other NBA storylines.

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Deuce and Mo break down the Sixers' wild 114-106 win over the Cavaliers after Philadelphia erased a 29-point deficit.

They discuss what changed for the Sixers in the second half, why their approach was so impressive and how Tyrese Maxey continues to shine even with all the star power around him. Is Maxey one of the most underappreciated players in the NBA?

Plus, what they saw from LeBron, Jaylen Brown and Joel Embiid, how VJ Edgecombe is adjusting to a different offensive role and workload while buying into what the team needs, and what this comeback says about the Sixers early in the season.

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Deuce and Mo return for anotiher season of postgame chats! They discussed the Kings opening night loss to the Clippers, what went wrong for Sacramento, what they made of Acuff's debut, if they saw anything positive in the blowout and looked ahead to a tough match vs. Portland on Friday for the home opener.

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The Sacramento Kings' 42nd season is here!

Deuce and Mo discuss how they're feeling heading into opening night against the Clippers after a rough few weeks for Sacramento. They react to the news of Ben Simmons' torn Achilles, the growing list of injuries and an 0-5 preseason.

What do the Kings need to show this season? Can they finally start taking and making more threes? What are we actually excited to see?

Plus, they talk about embracing the highs and the inevitable many lows of another Kings season, finding reasons to enjoy the ride and some early overreactions from the first night of the NBA season.

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Who is Ben Simmons beyond the conversation about his game? ESPN and Andscape senior NBA writer Marc J. Spears joins Deuce and Mo to discuss “Being Ben,” the new ESPN E60 documentary, and Simmons’ fresh start in Sacramento.

Spears takes us behind the documentary: what drew him to Ben’s story, the process of telling it and what he learned along the way. We also get into why Simmons and the Kings could be a good fit, what Sacramento is getting and what this opportunity could mean for Ben.

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Deuce and Mo were LIVE after Kings-Blazers to discuss Sacramento’s fourth preseason game with plenty of key players sitting out. They share their thoughts on the Kings’ preseason approach, break down what looked better in the second half and talk about the players who caught their attention.

Plus, Draymond Green coaching up Darius Acuff, how much upside this Blazers team has and Tyrese Haliburton’s big game against OKC.

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Ben Simmons starting for the Kings? ESPN's Marc J. Spears says that Simmons is expected to start on opening night for Sacramento.

Deuce and Mo discuss it, how playing alongside Simmons could help Darius Acuff and the challenges that come with it. They get into the pros and cons, what has to happen for this group to click and how the Kings can get the most out of a healthy Simmons.

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Deuce and Mo were LIVE after Kings-Warriors to discuss Maxime Raynaud’s injury and a big night from Darius Acuff. What makes Acuff look like he could be THAT guy? Deuce explains why he hasn’t been this excited about a Kings rookie since Tyrese Haliburton.

They also get into Ben Simmons’ Kings debut and what he showed, Keegan Murray’s return and how his ankle is feeling, questions about the starting lineup, other players catching their attention and why this rookie class feels special. Plus, Yaxel Lendeborg’s impact for the Warriors.

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Deuce and Mo catch up with Sacramento Kings GM Scott Perry to discuss how he's feeling headed into the season, what he's seen in Darius Acuff early on, what he's hoping to see from Ben Simmons, his perspective of the team dinner that Zach Lowe talked about on his podcast and if it was a roast, what he expects to be different about this team this year and what would mark a successful season.

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Deuce and Mo break down what looked better for the Kings in their second preseason game against the Lakers, what still needs work and why Darius Acuff Jr.’s confidence stood out even after a slow start. They also discuss the edge Emanuel Sharp is bringing, other players who caught their attention and Ben Simmons’ possible Kings debut Saturday.

Plus, Devin Carter’s big Boston debut, Haliburton’s return and whether people are sleeping on Indiana, what rookie Aday Mara could bring to OKC and whether LeBron’s All-Star streak could come to an end.

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Darius Acuff Jr. didn’t look like a rookie! Deuce and Mo discuss how comfortable the 19-year-old looked in his preseason debut, handling the Lakers’ size, length and pressure without getting sped up.

They also get into an ugly Kings opener, what went wrong defensively, LA’s physicality on both ends and what to take from Sacramento’s 127–103 loss without getting carried away over one preseason game.

Plus, KAT’s contract issues in New York, LeBron’s helicopter trip from Philly to NYC and Jalen Duren staying with the Pistons as the pressure grows in Detroit.

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Five days into Kings training camp, what’s standing out?!

Deuce and Mo get into the vibes around the team, the young guys already showing leadership and how Darius Acuff Jr. and Ben Simmons have looked. Plus, what the Kings are emphasizing in camp and what they’re eager to see when Sacramento finally faces someone else Monday in the preseason opener against the Lakers.

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Deuce and Mo were LIIIIIVE after 2026 Kings Media Day! They share what stood out from their conversations with Scott Perry, Doug Christie and 10 players, including what they heard from Ben Simmons and why Malik Monk thinks the Kings can sneak into the playoffs.

They also preview training camp, talk about what this team’s identity could be, what they want to see from Keegan Murray and what to make of predictions that the Kings will be the worst team in the league. Plus, big storylines from around the NBA.

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