The Kings hand the Giannis & the Bucks their second L of the season. What does this mean?

Mark Haynes breaks down the Sacramento Kings’ loss to the Lakers, questioning whether Austin Reaves’ big night or the free-throw disparity was the real difference. A sharp look at what went wrong and what it means for the Kings moving forward.

The Kings take down the Jazz 105-104, behind Monk’s 20 points off the bench, LaVine’s 31 points, and Sabonis ' game-winning putback. Westbrook made a big impact during the game as well, but will it be enough to beat Luka and the Lakers on Sunday?

The Kings blew a 17-point halftime lead against the Suns, shooting over 64% early but getting dominated on the boards and outscored 66-45 in the second half. In this episode, Mark Haynes breaks down the two real reasons behind the collapse — and why blaming Westbrook misses the bigger picture.

Mark Haynes gives his quick reaction to Russell Westbrook agreeing to a deal with the Sacramento Kings. He breaks down what the move means for the team’s depth, leadership, and playoff hopes.

Keegan Murray’s injury tests the Kings — Mark Haynes and Cyrus Saatsaz break down who steps up next and how the Warriors are looking on this episode of the I-80 Crossover.

Mark Haynes, Cyrus Saatsaz, and Frank Red break down why Giannis Antetokounmpo was the dream target behind Jonathan Kuminga’s trade-friendly contract. The crew also wraps up their Over/Under predictions for the upcoming NBA season.

The Sacramento Kings dropped their preseason opener to the Raptors, but it’s all about growth heading into their matchup with the Blazers. Mark Haynes breaks down what went wrong, who stood out, and what the Kings need to adjust before tipoff.

Keegan Murray’s development could make or break the Sacramento Kings’ season, and Mark Haynes explains why he’s the team’s true X-factor. Meanwhile, Cyrus Saatsaz reacts to the Warriors extending Jonathan Kuminga on this episode of the I80 Crossover between Bleav In Kings and Golden Daze.

Mark Haynes of Bleav in Kings and @TheClosersSports teams up with Cyrus Saatsaz for this week’s I80 Crossover, joined by Frank Red of @enthadungeonshow6848 to preview all 30 NBA teams. The crew breaks down Over/Under win totals, focusing on the Central, Southeast, and Southwest Divisions, with the rest coming next week.

Mark Haynes and Cyrus Saatsaz break down Jonathan Kuminga’s contract situation and debate whether Dennis Schröder deserves a Hall of Fame nod. They also tackle the bigger question of whether the Hall of Fame has become watered down.

Josh Giddey inks a new deal while the Jonathan Kuminga saga continues, shaking up the NBA landscape. Meanwhile, the Sacramento Kings face tough questions after losing the Finals MVP in this Bleav In Kings Golden Daze I-80 Crossover episode.

Nique Clifford is making his case as the best rookie in Vegas, while Devin Carter is showing he might already be the point guard the Kings have been looking for.

Jelani Hendrix, Dalen Mason, and Adal Osman of The Closers join Mark Haynes to break down all the biggest stories from NBA Summer League 2026. From standout rookies to future stars, the crew dives into who’s making noise and what it means for the league.

This episode discusses the Malik Monk situation, Nique Cliffords's arrival, and Scott Perry's moves and tactics this offseason.

Scott Perry’s first move as Kings GM was a smart trade to land Nique Clifford in the first round without losing major assets. Clifford’s size, skill, and college production make him a sneaky-good pickup with real upside for Sacramento.

Siakam shut down a Kings trade over an offensive question, KD got traded again, and OKC might be headed for an all-time Finals collapse.

The Bleav in Kings pod covers the NBA Finals w/ The Closers Jelani Hendrix, Dalen Mason, and Adal Osman. Will the league MVP SGA complete one of the best individual seasons ever, or will the underdog Tyrese Haliburton ruin another big-time player's plan?

Tyrese Haliburton is headed to the NBA Finals, while Kings fans are stuck watching the star they gave away lead the Pacers to glory. In this episode, I break down Indiana’s huge win over the Knicks, the Haliburton trade fallout, and preview the Pacers vs. Thunder showdown for the championship.

Jalen Brunson leads the Knicks to a massive Game 5 win, keeping their playoff hopes alive in front of a roaring MSG crowd. The Closers join the Bleav In Kings pod to break down his performance and what it means for New York heading into Game 6.