Is Malik Monk the real reason the Kings have won two straight — or is something bigger clicking in Sacramento? Could LeBron James actually become the NBA’s first active grandpa, and what would that mean for his legacy? And is Russell Westbrook’s resurgence in Sacramento legit, or just a short-term spark? Mark Haynes breaks it all down and debates what’s real and what’s hype.

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The Kings fall 120–106 to the Celtics after letting the game slip away in the fourth quarter, bringing familiar concerns about execution, defense, and closing games back into focus. We break down what went wrong late, who showed up despite the loss, and why playing well for stretches still isn’t enough. Plus, with Sacramento heading into Phoenix on the second night of a back-to-back, we preview the matchup, and what the Kings need to do to respond.

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In this episode, we break down what mattered most — the execution late, the thin margin for error, and how key moments swung the game. We also discuss the impact of Malik Monk not being in the rotation and what his absence meant in a game that stayed close throughout.

This wasn’t about effort — it was about consistency, discipline, and decision-making in a matchup that demanded all three. Let’s unpack what this game revealed about where the Kings are right now and what needs to improve moving forward.

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