Podcast

The Kings Beat Podcast

From NBC Sports Bay Area/California Basketball, Sports

ESPN 1320‘s Kings Insider James Ham Fox, KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham and The Kings Pulse Podcast’s Brenden Nunes bring you the latest on the Sacramento Kings. With more than 30 years of combined experience covering of the team, the trio pull back the veil on one of the most dysfunctional franchises in professional sports.

Episodes
359
Releases
Every two weeks
Typical length
1 hr 19 min
On air since
2018
Latest episode
2 weeks ago

Episodes

359 episodes, newest first

  1. Kings rest eight in preseason, can they get healthy before the season begins next week?

    Episode 417

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Tuesday's preseason game in which 8 players sat, so many players are injured, the Ben Simmons dilemma and more.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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    1 hr 1 min

  2. What can we take away from Kings rough preseason debut vs. Lakers?

    Episode 416

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Monday's Kings loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, Darius Acuff starring, the defense is still an issue, Ben Simmons ready to make his debut and much more.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast. Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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    1 hr 19 min

  3. Ben Simmons is the story of training camp so far, but Chris Webber's presence is also intriguing

    Episode 415

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    1 hr 19 min

  4. Training is just a round the corner, how do the Kings stack up heading into the season?

    Episode 414

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Monday's media day, training camp starting on Tuesday, the starting lineup, who's in the rotation and a discussion on the Jalen Duren situation.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

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    1 hr 13 min

  5. Former All-Star Ben Simmons is a Sacramento King. What does it all mean?

    Episode 413

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Ben Simmons signing with the Kings, the Domantas Sabonis situation and plenty more.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

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    1 hr 29 min

  6. Should the Kings bring back Russell Westbrook or are there other point guard options?

    Episode 412

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include our first impressions with Darius Acuff Jr., Emanuel Sharp and Alex Karaban at their first summer league, as well as a discussion on the sophomores.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 9 min

  7. Who stood out for Kings at Las Vegas Summer League and who has some work to do?

    Episode 411

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include our first impressions with Darius Acuff Jr., Emanuel Sharp and Alex Karaban at their first summer league, as well as a discussion on the sophomores.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 13 min

  8. Kings rookies set to make summer league debuts, plus free agent chatter and more

    Episode 410

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Kings stellar draft, the Jalen Duren situation, what happens next with all of the veterans and the California Classic is here.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 20 min

  9. Darius Acuff Jr. or bust? NBA Draft night is almost here and the Kings have options

    Episode 409

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include Tuesday's NBA Draft, how the four guard prospects in the Kings' range would fit and a discussion about which of the Kings' four veterans will return next season.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 23 min

  10. Which point guard is a better fit for the Sacramento Kings, Darius Acuff Jr. or Kingston Flemings?

    Episode 408

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 16 min

  11. What approach will the Sacramento Kings take to the NBA Draft and the offseason ahead?

    Episode 407

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Kings falling to No. 7 in the NBA Draft Lottery, a look at the prospects that might be available when they select, a long discussion on a potential Ja Morant trade and more.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 11 min

  12. Playoffs, weirdness in Portland and breaking down Scott Perry's first season in Sacramento

    Episode 406

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the NBA playoffs, Mike Brown and the Knicks, weird things happening in Portland and grading out the job that general manger Scott Perry has done through the first year on the job.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 21 min

  13. Kings host annual exit interviews with players, what were the biggest takeaways?

    Episode 405

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the biggest takeaways from exit interviews on Monday, Doug Christie getting another season to coach the team, the tough road ahead and some predictions on the upcoming Play-In games.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 37 min

  14. Kings season hits final stage, plenty of questions remainl

    Episode 404

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the development of young players, the future of Doug Christie, 2026 NBA Draft talk and a final discussion on whether the Kings should stretch provision Zach LaVine.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 35 min

  15. Discussing the Russell Westbrook situation in Sacramento and the role of media

    Episode 403

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Russell Westbrook situation in Sacramento and the role of media.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 2 min

  16. Nique Clifford and Maxime Raynaud get a chance to shine, what does it mean for their NBA futures?

    Episode 402

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the development of Nique Clifford, Maxime Raynaud and Devin Carter, as well as another episode of The Business of Basketball asking whether Keegan Murray play again this season.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade

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    1 hr 17 min

  17. Kings ready to return from All-Star Break, what will final 26 games look like?

    Episode 401

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Sacramento Kings' final 26 games, the Zach LaVine Injury situation and a cursory dive into the top end of the 2026 NBA Draft. Thanks for joining us on this adventure!

    Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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    1 hr 33 min

  18. Kings deal Keon Ellis, Dennis Schröder and Dario Saric for De'Andre Hunter

    Episode 400

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Kings' 3-for-1 trade that landed De'Andre Hunter in Sacramento.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/upgrade Or start out with a free subscription to The Kings Beat: https://kings-beat.beehiiv.com/subscribe

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    1 hr 37 min

  19. How does Domantas Sabonis fit into a very different Kings squad than the one he left 27 games ago?

    Episode 399

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Kings' four game win streak, the return of Domantas Sabonis after missing 27 games, the development of Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell in Sabonis' absence and how head coach Doug Christie pieces it all together now that his All-Star center is back.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

    Jump on board with a premium subscription to The Kings Beat:
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    51 min

  20. Kings continue to hit rock bottom in season of frustration and losses

    Episode 398

    Show notes

    KCRA 3's Sean Cunningham, Brenden Nunes from the Kings Pulse Podcast and The Kings Beat's James Ham join forces for coverage of the Sacramento Kings.

    Topics include the Kings' struggles on both ends of the court, who is to blame for the 8-28 record, Malik Monk is out of the rotation, Keegan Murray is hurt again and another episode of The Business of Basketball discussing the latest Trae Young rumors and whether the Kings should look for a trade for a player like this.

    Thanks for joining us on this adventure! Big shoutout to Paul Jinkerson (@paulitition) for creating a new intro and outro for the podcast and to Brenden for creating our new overlay for the podcast.

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    1 hr 19 min

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