Kings Pulse: A Sacramento Kings Podcast
396 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 118 ratingsAn in-depth Sacramento Kings podcast hosted by Brenden Nunes that helps you keep your finger on the pulse of all things Sacramento Kings with analysis, theories, breakdowns, quotes from players/coaches, knowledgeable guests, and more.
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Repeating the same mistakes + trade season primer
December 14, 2021 08:27 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBIt's more of the same issue for the Sacramento Kings this season as they come back from a 3-game road trip without a single win. I gave my thoughts on those losses and shared a few of the notable postgame press conference audio clips from De'Aaron Fox and Alvin Gentry talking about Sacramento's issues throughout that stretch. In the second half of the episode, I spend time going through the handful of recent reports of potential trade candidates that have come out with the Dec. 15th deadline...
Notable trends through 30% of the season
December 09, 2021 21:47 - 39 minutes - 30.3 MBThe Sacramento Kings are now 5-3 since Alvin Gentry was promoted to interim head coach. The beginning of the conversation revolves around Gentry getting his first opportunity to find some rotational continuity now that he finally has a near healthy roster (wishing the best for Holmes).I went through the recent trends of Terence Davis playing well, Buddy Hield going through the worst shooting stretch of his career, Marvin Bagley making his case for a rotational spot, De'Aaron Fox's aggressive...
Encouraging signs of growth vs. LAC
December 05, 2021 10:40 - 55 minutes - 42.8 MBThe Sacramento Kings had their first practice at home since Alvin Gentry took over this past Friday, and they displayed a handful of things that we're talked about then throughout the following game vs. the LA Clippers on Saturday. This episode included audio clips from De'Aaron Fox, Tyrese Haliburton, Richaun Holmes, Terence Davis, and interim head coach Alvin Gentry regarding what they are hoping to see moving forward and evaluating the recent games. I give my thoughts on the defensive imp...
Sacramento's drastic 3p shooting variance
December 02, 2021 11:58 - 1 hourChris and Frankie, from 1140 KTKH, join the show to talk about the Kings recent back-to-back. We cover the drastic difference in three-point shooting between those two nights and how that represents the turbulent season thus far. Included are audio clips from Alvin Gentry, Davion Mitchell, and Tyese Haliburton during their post-game pressers after LAC. Be sure to check out the Return of the Roar podcast for more of Chris and Frankie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
Sacramento’s drastic 3p shooting variance
December 02, 2021 11:58 - 1 hour - 57 MBChris and Frankie, from 1140 KTKH, join the show to talk about the Kings recent back-to-back. We cover the drastic difference in three-point shooting between those two nights and how that represents the turbulent season thus far. Included are audio clips from Alvin Gentry, Davion Mitchell, and Tyese Haliburton during their post-game pressers after LAC. Be sure to check out the Return of the Roar podcast for more of Chris and Frankie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.co...
A very Kangz performance in Memphis
November 29, 2021 06:39 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBThe Sacramento Kings just played a horrific game that has them leaving Memphis will an all too familiar feeling of disappointment. Tim Maxwell joins the show to talk about what want wrong with the Kings in this game, their inexcusable effort levels, the issues with De'Aaron Fox (although they go far beyond him), almost everyone on the roster seemingly having a green light (including Alvin Gentry's comments on the high amount of 3PAs against the Grizzlies), and what change (if any) that Sacra...
Alvin Gentry’s initial impact
November 27, 2021 08:40 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MBThe Sacramento Kings just won an absolute thriller in LA against the Lakers after three overtimes. That makes two in a row after a victory two nights ago against the Portland Trail Blazers and Greg joins the show to talk about what differences we have noticed since Alvin Gentry took over for Luke Walton. The rotational depth, a ridiculous emphasis on pace, his utilization of Buddy Hield, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Alvin Gentry's initial impact
November 27, 2021 08:40 - 35 minutesThe Sacramento Kings just won an absolute thriller in LA against the Lakers after three overtimes. That makes two in a row after a victory two nights ago against the Portland Trail Blazers and Greg joins the show to talk about what differences we have noticed since Alvin Gentry took over for Luke Walton. The rotational depth, a ridiculous emphasis on pace, his utilization of Buddy Hield, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Walton is gone... now what?
November 22, 2021 15:31 - 41 minutes - 31.7 MBThe Sacramento Kings have fired head coach Luke Walton and promoted Alvin Gentry as their interim in his place. I went through Walton's poor tenure, why it was the right decision to move on from him (although delayed), if I think Gentry will bring anything different, and some audio clips from Monte McNair's press conference regarding his decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A disappointing road trip & some parallels to Minnesota
November 18, 2021 09:49 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThe Sacramento Kings somehow managed to go 1-3 on their recent road trip that featured games against San Antonio, Oklahoma City, Detroit, and Minnesota. I spend some time talking about how it's the same issues over and over again for the Kings in these disappointing losses. Audio is included from Tristan Thompson who was brutally honest about the idea of players needing to be inspired by coaches and his thoughts on the road trip outcome. Dane Moore, who covers the Minnesota Timberwolves, the...
Don’t Overreact: Sacramento’s blowout loss in San Antonio could be an outlier
November 11, 2021 06:51 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThe Sacramento Kings recorded their first loss of the season that wasn't particularly close at any point in the second half. Going into San Antonio, the Kings were favored despite lacking Tyrese Haliburton, but they came out with lackluster effort and energy. Will Griffith of the Kings Herald joins the show for the first segment to talk about why it's too early to say "this is just like last year", even though it was admittedly horrible. We also dive into Fox's breakout performance, the half...
Don't Overreact: Sacramento's blowout loss in San Antonio could be an outlier
November 11, 2021 06:51 - 1 hourThe Sacramento Kings recorded their first loss of the season that wasn't particularly close at any point in the second half. Going into San Antonio, the Kings were favored despite lacking Tyrese Haliburton, but they came out with lackluster effort and energy. Will Griffith of the Kings Herald joins the show for the first segment to talk about why it's too early to say "this is just like last year", even though it was admittedly horrible. We also dive into Fox's breakout performance, the half-...
The fight of the '21-22 Sacramento Kings
November 09, 2021 07:39 - 1 hourThe Sacramento Kings fall to 5-6 on the year after nearly coming back from a 24 point deficit against the Phoenix Suns. Tim Maxwell and Greg Wissinger join the show to talk through some of the early season trends, starting with the resilience we have seen and how much that matters and is different from years prior. We proceed to go into De'Aaron Fox's continued struggles, the highs and lows of the offense and defense, if Harrison Barnes can sustain averaging 20= ppg, Buddy Hield's new role, t...
The fight of the ’21-22 Sacramento Kings
November 09, 2021 07:39 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBThe Sacramento Kings fall to 5-6 on the year after nearly coming back from a 24 point deficit against the Phoenix Suns. Tim Maxwell and Greg Wissinger join the show to talk through some of the early season trends, starting with the resilience we have seen and how much that matters and is different from years prior. We proceed to go into De'Aaron Fox's continued struggles, the highs and lows of the offense and defense, if Harrison Barnes can sustain averaging 20= ppg, Buddy Hield's new role, ...
Inconsistencies have the Kings at .500 early on
November 01, 2021 08:21 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBWith six games of the 2021-22 regular season in the books, the Sacramento Kings are sitting at 3-3. Tim Maxwell joins the show to talk about what we have noticed during the offensive lulls, statistical differences contributing to the team's poor shooting patterns, our growing concerns of De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton, if Marvin Bagley should receive minutes, the backup center rotation, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
A great start for Barnes & Holmes while Fox & Haliburton struggle
October 29, 2021 03:38 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBMirann (@MirannLolani) joins the show to talk about how the Kings have trended as a whole and individuals throughout their first four games in the 2021-22 NBA season. We touch on the stellar play of Harrison Barnes and Richaun Holmes before moving on to the slow starts that we have seen from De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton. Overtime: What is the most underrated and overrated Halloween candy? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Points of promise and concern three games into the season
October 25, 2021 05:15 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBThe Sacramento Kings have now played three games in the 2021-22 NBA season, and some trends are starting to develop. Davion Mitchell is a terrific on-ball defender & showed offensive flashes against GSW, Harrison Barnes has notably upped his offensive willingness, the rebounding is no longer atrocious, Tyrese Haliburton seems unsure of his role at times, Buddy Hield's fit could be concerning, and more. #MaxwellMondays Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Immediate Reactions to the Sacramento Kings season opener in Portland
October 21, 2021 06:07 - 59 minutes - 46.2 MBThe Sacramento Kings are undefeated in the 2021-22 NBA season and we are joined by Will Griffith to react! The first game of the year is in the books where the Kings nearly blew an 18 point lead to the Portland Trail Blazers in a game where Damian Lillard did not make a single three. Harrison Barnes, on the other hand, converted eight of his attempts from beyond the arc and scored a career-high. De'Aaron Fox was aggressive in attacking, Davion Mitchell played great defense for a rookie debut...
The beginning of the end for Marvin Bagley in Sacramento
October 20, 2021 07:30 - 1 hour - 49.8 MBMarvin Bagley's agent released a statement saying that Bagley has been informed he will not be apart of the rotation at the start of the Sacramento Kings season. We dive into the statement, what else it says, our thoughts on Bagley and his tenure in Sacramento, and if this marks the beginning of the end. Also, we talk about the new drama with Ben Simmons and if Davion Mitchell should be off the table in any Simmons conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad...
Marvin Bagley’s potential rookie extension
October 18, 2021 05:19 - 47 minutes - 36.7 MBTim Maxwell joins the show to talk about all of the 2018 rookie extensions that have been getting handed out over the last few days. Our focus revolves around Marvin Bagley, what sort of extension we would offer him, if there is any world where Bagley would agree, and what restricted free agency could look like this coming offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Marvin Bagley's potential rookie extension
October 18, 2021 05:19 - 47 minutesTim Maxwell joins the show to talk about all of the 2018 rookie extensions that have been getting handed out over the last few days. Our focus revolves around Marvin Bagley, what sort of extension we would offer him, if there is any world where Bagley would agree, and what restricted free agency could look like this coming offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Undefeated in the 2021-22 preseason!
October 15, 2021 05:48 - 45 minutes - 24.8 MBThe Sacramento Kings went undefeated in the 2021-22 NBA preseason. We spend the episode talking about what we saw from these four games and what we are planning to closely monitor as the regular season kicks off soon. OT: If you could give three championships to three sports teams what would they be? (Sorry, Giants fans) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021-22 Over/Unders for the roster
October 11, 2021 19:37 - 58 minutes - 38.8 MBWith a few preseason games in the books, we use some over/unders we created as conversation starters about various guys on the Sacramento Kings roster. Lots of focus on the center rotation, Marvin Bagley, and Davion Mitchell. Overtime question: If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Preseason Game 1 Notes + What Else to Look For
October 06, 2021 08:16 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBPreseason game one is in the books and we spend this episode sharing our thoughts on what we saw from the opener. Davion Mitchell's performance, Luke Walton's rotations, three-guard lineups, Marvin Bagley's progress, the improved center depth, what we are going to watch for moving forward, and more. Overtime question: If you could talk to any animal, what would it be? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Taking Pulse Roundtable: Oct '21
October 04, 2021 05:14 - 1 hourThis roundtable Kings Pulse podcast, titled Taking Pulse, features a great group of guests who share their thoughts on the Sacramento Kings headed into the 2021-22 season. Can't say thanks enough to everyone who participated and let us know on Twitter @Kings_Pulse what your answers would have been to the questions asked or if you want to join a future edition of Taking Pulse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Taking Pulse Roundtable: Oct ’21
October 04, 2021 05:14 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBThis roundtable Kings Pulse podcast, titled Taking Pulse, features a great group of guests who share their thoughts on the Sacramento Kings headed into the 2021-22 season. Can't say thanks enough to everyone who participated and let us know on Twitter @Kings_Pulse what your answers would have been to the questions asked or if you want to join a future edition of Taking Pulse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Predicting the 2021-22 NBA Awards w/ Adam Taylor
September 30, 2021 06:08 - 57 minutes - 44.7 MBOne of my closest friends, Adam Taylor, joins the show for a more relaxed episode focused on our predictions for the 2021-22 NBA Awards. Most Valuable Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Coach of the Year, Rookie of the Year, Most Improved Player, and Sixth Man of the Year. We each share our top three for each possible award, along with one sleeper candidate to consider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
What has changed since the beginning of last year?
September 28, 2021 06:08 - 1 hourTim Maxwell joins the show to talk about the primary difference between the rosters at the beginning of last year and this season. Where do we expect improvements, what other teams have expected progress, and what is the best topping on pizza? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The ceiling of Tyrese Haliburton
September 20, 2021 07:01 - 38 minutesThe ceiling of Tyrese Haliburton is one of my main focus points going into next season. We dive into what we believe the ceiling of Tyrese Haliburton to be, and what that means for the franchise going forward. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Impact of a 15-year Playoff Drought w/ Deuce & Mo
September 15, 2021 03:33 - 32 minutesDeuce & Mo join the show to talk about the impact that the 15 year playoff drought has on the Sacramento fanbase and the idea of the front office considering the drought. I firmly believe the Kings front office should not make moves with the playoff drought in mind, and I explain why in this episode with Deuce & Mo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Memphis Offseason w/ Shawn Coleman
September 10, 2021 05:10 - 40 minutesAs the first of an offseason series, Shawn Coleman who cover the Memphis Grizzlies, joins the show to give some perspective on the Sacramento Kings direct competition. We talk about their offseason moves, what their hopes are for internal improvement, the Grizzlies' strength and weaknesses, and their expectations for next season in comparison to the Kings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Creating a Culture w/ Mirann
September 08, 2021 01:47 - 40 minutesThe newest member of The Kings Herald, Mirann, joins the show for the first time today! She recently wrote an article talking about Sacramento building a culture, so we dove into that idea. What are some examples of cultures around the league and how the Kings can do the same next season with this roster and coaching staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Understanding Ben Simmons and his fit in Sacramento w/ Jackson Frank
September 02, 2021 20:33 - 56 minutesBen Simmons is the talk of the NBA throughout the last few weeks and the Sacramento Kings have been linked to him as much as anyone else. Jackson Frank, who covers the Philadelphia 76ers, joins the show to give his insight into the strengths and weaknesses of Simmons. We talk through his clear concerns, the growth that Simmons has shown, what some potential trade packages could look like, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Potential Internal Improvements with Greg
August 30, 2021 15:30 - 35 minutesGreg joins the show to talk about where the Kings could find some internal improvement with the young talent on their roster. We go through the ideal improvement for each of the young guys. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Pros & Cons of a Three Guard Lineup
August 22, 2021 22:09 - 39 minutesWith the drafting of Davion Mitchell, the Kings are likely committing to their belief in a three-guard lineup of Fox, Haliburton, and Mitchell working. The most recent example of a comparable lineup is the 2019-20 Oklahoma City Thunder featuring the NBA's best lineup of Chris Paul, Dennis Schroder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Danillo Gallinari, and Steven Adams. I am joined by OKC cover, Jacob Kniffen (@JacobKniffen), to get his perspective on the strengths, weaknesses, and schemes of that three...
Former Utah State Assistant Coach David Ragland shares his insight into Neemias Queta
August 19, 2021 22:31 - 33 minutesDavid Ragland, who has been an NCAA assistant coach for nearly 18 years now, joins the show to talk about his time working with Neemias Queta at Utah State. David spent the last three with Queta and I asked him about his initial impressions of him, his personality, development, areas of improvement, and Portuguese background. David also was an assistant coach for Richaun Holmes during his senior year at Bowling Green and he shared some stories about Richaun and his undeniable work ethic and m...
2021 Summer League Champions w/ Jill Adge
August 18, 2021 14:46 - 1 hourJill Adge joins the show to talk about your 2021 Summer League Champions, the Sacramento Kings. We go through the defensive identity this team had and how that could translate to the main roster, the performances of Davion Mitchell, Jahmi'us Ramsey, Robert Woodard, Neemias Queta, and Louis King. Before closing, we talk about how much better this Sacramento roster will be compared to last year if no more moves are made before the start of the regular season. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
Chasing after Pascal Siakam w/ Louis Zatzman
August 10, 2021 18:50 - 32 minutesPascal Siakam has been linked to the Sacramento Kings a few times over the last month, so I brought on Toronto Raptors cover Louis Zatzman to talk about Siakam as a player and his availability. We touch on questions revolving around his shooting, off-court concerns, his defensive versatility, and more. Let me know if you think the Kings should consider trading for Pascal Siakam considering the mentioned price on Twitter @Kings_Pulse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
Talking through the offseason w/ James Ham
August 06, 2021 01:48 - 48 minutesKings insider, James Ham of NBC California, joins the show to give some insight into the Kings draft decisions and offseason plans. We touch on why the Kings selected Davion Mitchell despite the positional logjam, if Buddy/Bagley NEED to be moved on from, what's going on with the Tristan Thompson deal, how the Kings can create space next offseason, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Davion Mitchell is coming to Sacramento
July 30, 2021 06:12 - 1 hourWith the ninth pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, the Sacramento Kings select Davion Mitchell from Baylor. Joined by Tim Maxwell we talk about Mitchell, his fit with Fox/Haliburton, who we would have taken, Neemias Queta, the Buddy Hield deal that fell through, and where the Kings go from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Mock 2021 NBA Draft w/ Nate Miller
July 28, 2021 06:16 - 1 hourIn our final episode before the 2021 NBA Draft, we decided to make it a mock draft that goes up until pick 39 - Sacramento's final selection. Nate, who covers the draft in extreme detail Let us know what you think about how the draft played out and the prospects taken for Sacramento on Twitter @Kings_Pulse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021 Draft Profiles: Moses Moody & Franz Wagner
July 24, 2021 04:20 - 1 hourFranz Wagner and Moses Moody are two of the best fits for the Sacramento Kings at pick nine with their defensive capabilities. We dive into what makes them both so good on that end of the floor, their offensive variances, and the real differences between the two of them. We work towards the most important question of which player would you rather the Sacramento Kings select at pick nine on draft night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Prospects to consider at pick 39 w/ Nate Miller
July 19, 2021 05:24 - 58 minutesWe brought on Nate Miller (@journalistnate) to talk about which prospects that the Kings should consider at pick 39. Should Sacramento target a safer wing, go for an upside swing, look towards a big man, or favor shooting in the early second round? We also touch on Nate's thoughts when it comes to pick nine for the Sacramento Kings in the 2021 NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021 Draft Profiles: BJ Boston & JT Thor
July 13, 2021 03:40 - 41 minutesThere are a handful of high upside swings in the late first to early second of the 2021 NBA Draft. JT Thor and Brandon Boston Jr are unlikley to last until pick 39 for the Sacramento Kings, but if either does then Monte McNair should jump on the opportunity. We spend this episode breaking down their upside based on the flashes they showed, what areas they need to improve in, and some projected player comps. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021 Draft Profiles: James Bouknight & Cameron Thomas
July 10, 2021 00:04 - 46 minutesJames Bouknight, from UCONN, has a case for the best player available at pick 9 when Sacramento is on the clock. Should the Kings consider taking another high upside scorer alongside De'Aaron Fox and Tyrese Haliburton? We also touch on LSU's Cameron Johnson who is a microwave scorer with few other tools, who could fill a potential bench spark plug 6th man role in the league. If the Sacramento Kings acquire another late first-rounder via trade, we talk about if Cameron Johnson should be consid...
2021 Draft Profiles: Usman Garuba & Isaiah Jackson
July 07, 2021 04:44 - 1 hourShould the Sacramento Kings consider selecting a big man at pick nine? Isaiah Jackson and Usman Garuba may not get strong consideration at pick nine, but if the Kings are looking to potentially trade down then either of those bigs could become real targets. Jackson showed potential as an elite clean up rim protector in the league with a mystery bag on offense and Usman Garuba is an elite 6'8" defensive big who is the youngest starter in Real Madrid history. Learn more about your ad choices. V...
NBA Draft from Orlando's POV w/ Richard
July 04, 2021 22:59 - 37 minutesRichard (@MavsDraft) joins the show to talk about the Orlando Magic's draft and offseason. We talk through potential Marvin Bagley trades, who the Magic are likely to consider at picks 5 and 8. With an extensive draft board, We spend time touching on Aleperen Sengun, James Bouknight, Moses Moody, Franz Wagner, Usman Garuba, Jalen Johnson, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
OKC as a trade partner w/ Jacob Kniffen
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2021 Draft Profiles: Josh Giddey & Ziaire Williams
June 30, 2021 04:16 - 1 hourJosh Giddey from the NBL and Ziaire Williams from Stanford are both players that the Sacramento Kings should strongly consider at pick 9 in the 2021 NBA Draft. We deep dive into the both of their games, how they would fit in Sacramento, and how they compare to the other prospects likely to be available when the Kings are on the clock at the time of the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2021 Draft Profiles: Davion Mitchell & Corey Kispert
June 25, 2021 04:33 - 1 hourIf the Sacramento Kings are looking for the most NBA ready prospects in the 2021 NBA Draft, Corey Kisepert and Davion Mitchell are the right guys. We dive into the aspects of both of their games, why we do not like their fits in Sacramento, and also touch on the Marvin Bagley liked tweet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices