The Royal Report

The Royal Report

My name is Jason, aka The Royal Report, and I talk anything and everything Sacramento Kings basketball. Postgame reaction podcasts after every game.

Episodes

August 1, 2025 16 mins

In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the current reporting around the Jonathan Kuminga situation and include my thoughts on the current trade and contract value.


00:00 Jonathan Kuminga Situation

14:42 Daeqwon Plowden Signed

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss how Scott Perry navigated his first offseason as the Kings’ GM, Dennis Schroder being the Kings big offseason signing, and drafting Nique Clifford and Maxime Raynaud.


0:00 A Look At The Current Roster And Situation

5:08 Dennis Schroder and Scott Perry’s Mindset

18:04 Losing LaRavia

18:44 The Draft

25:22 Moves Around The Edges

26:35 Moves Still To Come

30:04 Final Thoughts

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss who improved their stock on the Kings going into next season and who hurt their case going forward.


0:00 Intro

1:02 Nique Clifford

3:47 Devin Carter

5:54 Maxime Raynaud

7:31 Isaac Jones

9:32 Isaiah Crawford

10:31 Isaiah Stevens

11:49 Dylan Cardwell

12:52 Mason Jones

13:26 Outro

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Sacramento Kings lose to the Charlotte Hornets 83-78


In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings losing the Summer League title to the Charlotte Hornets despite a big performance from Isaac Jones, the struggles of Devin Carter, Nique Clifford, and Maxime Raynaud, and the good performances from Cardwell and Plowden.

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Sacramento Kings win against the Toronto Raptors 98-88


In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the dominant game from Isaac Jones, slower games from Nique Clifford and Devin Carter, Isaiah Stevens stepping into the starting lineup, and the Kings making the NBA Summer League Finals.

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Sacramento Kings win against the Cleveland Cavaliers 94-86


In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the continued steady all-around game of Nique Clifford, the messiness from the Kings including Devin Carter not handling pressure well as a ball handler, the lack of defensive rebounding, and the Kings remaining perfect in NBA Summer League.

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Sacramento Kings win against the Phoenix Suns 94-76


In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the ultra efficient all-around game from Nique Clifford, another good offensive game from Devin Carter, and the incredible defensive performance from the entire Kings roster.

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Sacramento Kings win against the Chicago Bulls 109-92

In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the bounce back performance from Devin Carter, good performances from Nique Clifford and Maxime Raynaud again, and the aggressiveness of Isaiah Crawford.

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Sacramento Kings beat the Orlando Magic 84-81


In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the summer league standout debuts of Nique Clifford and Maxime Raynaud, the struggles of Devin Carter playing the point guard position, and the mixed bag performance from Isaac Jones.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Sacramento Kings NBA Summer League roster including what to expect from players such as Devin Carter, Nique Clifford, Maxime Raynaud, Isaac Jones, Isaiah Crawford, and Dylan Cardwell.


0:00 Intro

1:41 Isaiah Crawford

6:05 Devin Carter

9:10 Isaac Jones

10:48 Nique Clifford

11:49 Maxime Raynaud

13:08 Dylan Cardwell

14:20 Others

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss what the Kings have done so far this offseason including all of the rumors surrounding the Kings going after Jonathan Kuminga.

0:00 Offseason Recap So Far

3:45 Jonas Valanciunas Situation

5:33 Drew Eubanks Signing

6:32 Malik Monk Situation

13:17 Jonathan Kuminga Situation

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings giving Dennis Schroder a 3 Year $45 million contract that will make him the starting point guard. I also discuss the Kings trading Jonas Valanciunas for Dario Saric and not trading Malik Monk.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings potentially landing Dennis Schroder in a sign and trade for Malik Monk to be their new starting point guard, how he will impact the team, and what this means for the direction of the team.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss how Scott Perry passed his first test as Kings GM in the NBA draft, but a much bigger test awaits ahead in free agency as Kings are rumored with players like Ty Jerome, Jonathan Kuminga, and Dennis Schroder.


0:00 Draft

10:42 Free Agency

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings trading with the OKC Thunder for the 24th overall pick and selecting Nique Clifford. I discuss Nique Clifford’s fit as a do-it-all wing that will be able to contribute right away in the NBA.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the recent NBA trades of Kevin Durant, Desmond Bane, and Jrue Holiday as well as the current trade rumors around the Sacramento Kings including DeMar DeRozan, Malik Monk, and Devin Carter.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the possibility of the Kings moving into the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft and the possible prospects that the Kings should keep their eyes on in both the first and second rounds.


0:00 Intro

4:24 Nolan Traore

6:00 Jase Richardson

7:12 Tyrese Proctor

8:40 Ryan Nembhard

9:32 Alijah Martin

10:55 Nique Clifford

11:59 Collin Murray-Boyles

13:13 Adou Thiero

13:58 RJ Luis Jr.

14:30 Dink Pate

15:43...

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the possibility of the Kings trading for Trae Young or Darius Garland, interest in trading into the first round of the draft, and other recent Kings news in the rumor mill.


00:00 Intro

00:39 Stojaković Comments

2:22 Trae Young and Darius Garland Rumors

6:50 Other Point Guard Rumors

10:21 Trading Into First Round?

14:12 Mike Brown To The Knicks?

15:53 Outro

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In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings’ current financial situation and how it impacts free agents Jake LaRavia and Trey Lyles. I also discuss possible free agent wings and forwards for the Kings to target.

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In this episode of The Royal Report I talk about the results of the Haliburton-Sabonis trade including the success of the Pacers, the struggles of the Kings, and why the Kings didn’t actually lose the trade.

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