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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It was a massive night for DeMar DeRozan, Maxime Raynaud, Russell Westbrook, and others, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Blazers and referees. What happened in last night's game, and was that final play the reason the Kings suffered another defeat?

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Two teams. One freeway. Zero games tonight.

With the Warriors and Kings both finally getting a rare Tuesday breather, the I-80 Crossover fires back up. Mark Haynes — host of Bleav in Kings and @TheClosersSports — joins Cyrus Saatsaz for a live conversation breaking down the wild storylines surrounding Northern California’s squads as they hit the 25-game checkpoint of the season.

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On this episode of the Bleav In Kings, Mark Haynes tells a story about the moment he knew Keegan would have a breakout year, makes a prediction for tonight's game against the Phoenix Suns, and explains what Murray means to the Sacramento Kings' future.

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After an embarrassing loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, Mark Haynes breaks down why the Sacramento Kings need to make a major change immediately. He dives into the team’s ongoing struggles, the role Russell Westbrook has played, and how the Kings can fix things before the season slips away. Mark also looks at the recent performances, coaching decisions, and what moves the Kings might consider to get back on track in the Western Conference.

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The Kings just picked up a statement win against Giannis and the Milwaukee Bucks — but how much does it really mean? On this episode of Bleav in Kings, I break down what this victory says about Sacramento’s growth, the impact of the supporting cast, and whether this is a sign of real momentum or just another regular-season W.

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