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That time John Lewis, then 76-years-old crowd surfed on the Stephen Colbert Show.
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Every time Taylor Hawkins would cover Queen’s “Somebody to Love” and Dave Grohl took over on drums while Taylor sang his heart out, absolute chills. RIP Taylor.
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This moment between Kings head coach Mike Brown and De'Aaron Fox at today's practice will certainly be dissected and analyzed.
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Luka Doncic as he puts away the Kings tonight in Sacramento with his final free throw, then as the final horn sounds, waves goodbye to former Kings GM Vlade Divac seated courtside and says "he shoulda' drafted me."
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LeBron James teaching the tricks of the trade after De'Aaron Fox tried his hand at guarding the Lakers star. LeBron showing Fox how his shoulder hitting him in the face wasn't a foul.
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Kings coach Luke Walton after picking up a technical in the 3rd quarter, calls over to Luka Doncic and says: "Hey Luka, do me a favor, give him your autograph after the game. (points at official) - He's a fan, he's a fan of yours." 😂😂
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Zach LaVine woke up this morning, feeling ambitious, as he looked to playfully square up with Kings teammate Jonas Valančiūnas. Bold strategy to do so against a guy who is the closest that I've seen resemble Zangief from Street Fighter.
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DeMar DeRozan definitely means more to that franchise than Drake does.
DeMar DeRozan responds to Drake 👀 “He’s going to have a long way to climb… tell him goodluck”
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Kings rookie Devin Carter on trouncing the Warriors 129-99 with a gameplan without De'Aaron Fox, his first taste of defending Stephen Curry, recording 34 points off Golden State's turnovers and scoring his first NBA points.
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Per SFPD: 49ers Ricky Pearsall was shot through the chest in a robbery attempt over a Rolex. He was headed to a signing event on Geary & Market. There was a struggle for the gun. Both Ricky & the suspect were shot. Both parties stable at SF General Hospital.
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Before tonight's game tipped-off with the Kings and Nuggets in Sacramento, both teams joined arm-in-arm in support of Kings C Alex Len, whose home country of Ukraine has been invaded by Russia. Their message: "NO WAR."
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Kings head coach Doug Christie, who was born and raised in Seattle, is overcome with emotion speaking about the memory of former Supersonics championship coach Lenny Wilkens, who passed away at the age of 88
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Sources confirm Sacramento Kings are pursuing a trade for Brandon Ingram. I’m told Kings have had discussions with the Pelicans and it’s worth noting, Ingram was an emerging star under coach Alvin Gentry, who works in Kings front office.
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Spurs did it right. And a teary eyed legend approves
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As much fun as it was to see a visiting player like Russell Westbrook of the Lakers last night identified as the “Cold as Ice” player of the game, a source with the NBA tells me that the bit used by the Kings will not be allowed to continue.
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Raptors GM Masai Ujiri watches from the tunnel as the team he created for Toronto dethrones the Warriors as NBA champions. #NBAFinals
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A glimpse into Russell Westbrook’s mini media day after signing with the Sacramento Kings.
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Sacramento Kings rookie Tyrese Haliburton gives his thoughts on Wednesday's breaching of the U.S. Capitol in Washington DC, the police not being held accountable in the shooting of Jacob Blake in WI & the win over the Bulls. @TyHaliburton22 FULL VIDEO: abc10.com/video/sports/nba/s…
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Replying to @RexChapman
Is that a flip phone?
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Wow. Eddie Vedder & Pearl Jam just brought out Bradley Cooper at @BottleRockNapa to perform “Maybe it’s Time”, one of the songs written and performed by Cooper in “A Star is Born” @PearlJam
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Russell Westbrook was all smiles during today's Fan Fest, his first introduction to Sacramento since signing with the Kings just days ago. An open practice, a mini-dunk off, halfcourt shots (won by Devin Carter) & lots of chemistry building with the team & fans.
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Malik Monk missed a spectacular dunk attempt on the break, where the ball went through the rim and hit off his head and back out. Here's my view of the wild sequence.
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Kansas 5-foot-11 PG Frank Mason III, after 2nd pre-draft workout in Sacramento with the Kings, puts on a dunking exhibition @FrankMason0
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The NBA’s last two minute report confirms that Stephen Curry traveled with 16.6 secs to play last night, as well as Kevin Huerter being fouled by Klay Thompson on the final play. Neither was whistled by the officials.
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Malik Monk on his Instagram a few minutes ago.
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Just spoke to Iman Shumpert - he says goodbye to Kings former teammates and Sacramento fans. Talks about the impace he had and said the Kings get to keep 'The Scores' nickname. Full video to come
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A Sacramento Kings player will cover the funeral expenses for the four victims from Monday's shooting inside a church in Sacramento, according to multiple sources. That player wants to remain anonymous out of the respect for the privacy of those families.
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A look at how Ime Udoka was ejected, along with Alperin Sengun. This chippy game ends with a frustrated Rockets team falling to the Kings tonight as Mike Brown unloads his bench.
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Fake Kyle Shanahan is a whole damn vibe.
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Malik Monk reacts to the Kings firing Mike Brown, his message to Kings fans, what he'll miss about his former head coach and thanks him after experiencing the best years of his career. "The energy he brought, the passion he had for the game ... that's what I took most out of him. He never took anything for granted, and yeah, thank you, Mike."
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Pelicans send coach & GM to get Cousins and Casspi on owner's plane - Buddy Hield & new Kings arrive in Sac on commercial flight.
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A 24-year-old, 6-11 big man just hit the open market.
The Pacers plan to waive center James Wiseman to create roster space for McClung, who will sign a non-guaranteed multiyear deal, sources said. Indiana is dealing with several key injuries to their guards and wings to start the season.
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De'Aaron Fox arrives to cheers from Kings fans at Golden 1 Center and takes a courtside seat alongside his newest Sacramento Kings teammate DeMar DeRozan.
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The newest addition to downtown Sacramento.
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At the conclusion today's practice in Sacramento, Russell Westbrook and DeMar DeRozan spoke up to the team in light of the Kings season opening loss in Phoenix last night.
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Harry Giles returns to Sacramento and is making the rounds before his pregame warmups which includes a long hug with De’Aaron Fox. ⁦@HGiiizzle⁩ ⁦@swipathefox
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Despite the Kings loss to the Cavs, Sacramento rookie Neemias Queta picked up his first extended minutes in the NBA, finishing with 11 points, 5 boards and one big steal down the stretch with all of Portugal paying attention to tonight's game.
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Moments ago, the Sacramento Kings congratulating assistant coach Luke Loucks for taking over his alma mater, accepting the head coaching job at Florida State.
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Domas was legit excited. The same Kings team that brought the beam, now introduces the chain. nitter.app/SacramentoKings/status…
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Harrison Barnes posted this on his Instagram page moments ago, after agreeing to his deal to remain in Sacramento.
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Following the Nets' loss to the Kings, Harry Giles felt the love from Sacramento, his former teammates and he showed the love right back to the fans in this city.
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Contract extension negotiations continued at today's Sacramento Kings Fan Fest, as Buddy Hield sends a stern message to GM Vlade Divac 💰💸😅 (sarcasm obvi - still funny)
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Cidy Sissoko talks about being traded from San Antonio to Sacramento, his new opportunity with the Sacramento Kings, his development thus far in his two NBA seasons with the Spurs and the correct way to pronounce his name.
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Kevin Lee walked out to the new Kanye West track "Use This Gospel" - and he used the Kenny G sax on the back end too. I'm going out on a limb here, but I believe that's the 1st time a UFC fighter walked out to Kenny G.
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DeMar DeRozan, the newest King, cheered as a hero as he enters Sacramento's Golden 1 Center for tonight's California Classic with owner Vivek Ranadive. He meets Devin Carter and sits alongside his longtime agent Aaron Goodwin.
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De'Aaron Fox's reaction to seeing the Kings new part time mascot "Roy Al" for the first time, was admittedly a lot like mine.
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In his 2 games in Sacramento as a member of the Pelicans, Buddy Hield said Kings owner Vivek Ranadive would say: 'we're still gonna get you'
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Doug Christie with a serious, strong and profane message to Sacramento Kings fans after taking over as interim head coach.
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Well, the Kings new city edition jerseys come with a new mascot named “Roy Al”
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Neemias Queta getting his pregame work in early before Kings host the Lakers tonight.
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Wild sequence as Draymond Green levels Keon Ellis in consecutive possessions. The second one draws the rage of Steve Kerr who is calling out a flop. Technical to Kerr
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RB Devontae Booker, the Sacramento native (Grant HS), formerly of the Denver Broncos, intends to sign with the Las Vegas Raiders - pending physical, sources tell me.
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Kings center DeMarcus Cousins was asked about wanting to be in Sacramento. Says he loves Sac, then interviews a couple of media members
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Grizzlies rookie and Sacramento native Jaylen Wells talks about playing for the first time in his hometown as an NBA player, being able to have the impact he's had as a second round pick with Memphis & his relative anonymity as a high school player with Folsom. Says he has over 100 people in the building tonight.
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Coming soon....
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When I asked Terence Davis about what the environment is going to be like Sunday for Game 7 in Sacramento at Golden 1 Center, you can hear De'Aaron Fox weigh-in from the next locker over. "OH, IT'S ABOUT TO BE SO F-ING LOUD!"
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Part of my conversation this morning with De'Aaron Fox, who is plenty excited about the offseason additions for his Sacramento Kings. Especially about the signing of Malik Monk; one of his closest friendships dating back to middle school. @AhmadMonk @swipathefox
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Jake LaRavia embracing beam culture
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Think I’ll need this tshirt or hoodie.
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Kings top draft pick Nique Clifford touches down in Sacramento this evening and meets with a group of fans at the airport. His introductory press conference later this week, followed by Summer League next week in Las Vegas.
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After speaking to several sources over the past 24 hours, I'm told there is "mutual interest" between DeMar DeRozan and the Sacramento Kings. The 34-year-old, 6x All-Star led the NBA in minutes played & 4th quarter scoring last season in Chicago.
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Oh, this thread...
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Roseville showed up to meet Kings guard Malik Monk at the Westfield Galleria.
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Domantas Sabonis, looking like a boxer or UFC fighter after tonight's Game 6 win over the Warriors, talks about forcing a Game 7 on Sunday, how proud he is of his team to overcome his struggles, the frustrations he had and the scene he's expecting on Sunday at Golden 1 Center.
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Malik Monk on the Kings season coming to an end at the hands of the defending champion Warriors in Game 7. Says this is the beginning for his Sacramento squad and wants this to sting the entire offseason.
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Three days into training camp and a third consecutive day of Malik Monk holding his Sacramento Kings coaching staff accountable for the practice schedule running long. @AhmadMonk 😂😂
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Jason Williams courtside in Sacramento tonight with Vivek Ranadive. Kings fans show their love, as does official Scott Foster.
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It's encouraging to see that Adele is just like the rest of us when Dua Lipa's "Levitating" comes on; even while she sits courtside at the Western Conference Finals in San Francisco. @Adele @DUALIPA
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Kings shootaround just wrapped up and, even though nothing is yet official, Dennis Schröder talks about what an addition of Russell Westbrook would add to Sacramento.
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Since my video below of Masai Ujiri has received so much attention moments before the altercation with the Sheriff, these two photos more clearly illustrate the Raptors’ GM with his credentials in hand. #NBAFinals
Raptors GM Masai Ujiri watches from the tunnel as the team he created for Toronto dethrones the Warriors as NBA champions. #NBAFinals
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With 1.5 remaining in that first half, DeMar DeRozan was fouled & would go to the free throw line. But he dislocated his left ring finger and thanks to the work of Head Athletic Trainer Joel Noland, he was able to get it popped back into place and sink both FT's.
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And here's what coaching looks like. Kings coach Mike Brown holding players accountable, addressing bad habits, having the attention to detail and teaching. FULL VIDEO FROM CAMP: fox40.com/sports/basketball/…
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Thursday's glimpse into Kings training camp included some 5-on-5 runs.
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Always entertained by Malik Monk's commitment to the bit. A tradition, unlike any other, continues to close out this morning's shootaround. 😅😅 @AhmadMonk
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Devin Carter shows off his leaping ability, as Malik Monk drops off a nice assist to the Kings rookie who takes flight here in the second quarter. Nice little stare down from Carter, too.
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Tyrese Haliburton said he spent the last two days getting deep into @nba_topshot & encouraged his Kings team & us in the media to do so too. He even shared some advice to collectors. FULL VIDEO: abc10.com/video/sports/nba/s…
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4th of July is already off to a crazy start in the Sacramento region 😳😳
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When hoops is life, but so is orange chicken. Harry Giles shows up to sit courtside with his Kings family with Panda Express in hand. 🤣🤣 @HGiiizzle also attempts to get De'Aaron Fox to join them. Instead, Giles moves over to him & Marvin Bagley. Never change, Harry!
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Day one of training camp in Sacramento concludes as new Kings head coach Mike Brown goes old school, requiring three consecutive players each sink two free throws to end practice or the whole team runs (1/2)
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Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis, joined by his son Tiger, tosses out the first pitch at the A’s game at Sutter Health Park this afternoon. Then chats with Kings GM Scott Perry.
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I asked Michael Malone about his style of play in Denver vs. what he did in Sacramento. His response is nothing less than GOLD.
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Tristan Thompson sounds off on the "unacceptable" 10 point loss to the Timberwolves tonight & the Kings 1-3 road trip against opponents that aren't trying to compete on the same level as his team wants to.
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Sacramento Kings fans this week seeing LeBron to the Lakers and DeMarcus Cousins to the Warriors. Nice couple of days.
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De'Aaron Fox has some of the best interactions that a professional athlete can have with kids. The old saying goes, 'kids say the darnedest things' - that they do. And a lesson learned in this video below: avoid bringing a Stephen Curry ball to a @swipathefox camp 🤣😂💯
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De'Aaron Fox spent this evening at one of his favorite restaurants in town to donate bicycles to kids from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento. We talked about him partnering with @raisingcanes & his favorite things surrounding Christmas time. @swipathefox @bgc_sac
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Logan Murdock, who covered the Warriors where he got to know Mike Brown, was back in Sacramento, where he cut his NBA teeth. The Kings coach learned about his beginnings alongside the likes of me, @sam_amick & the late legend Marty McNeal, to name a few. @loganmmurdock
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Former Kings players Vlade Divac, Brad Miller, Jason Williams, Jason Thompson, Harold Pressley and Bobby Jackson in the building for Game 1 tonight. Other celebrities on hand will include Barry Bonds and 50 Cent.
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Multiple sources told me that Marvin Bagley III refused to check into Sunday's game when Luke Walton called upon him in the second half vs. the Suns. I didn't report it, wanting to first talk to the Kings coach. Walton said he & Marvin are in communication and has to be ready
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According to sources, Sacramento Kings rookie Devin Carter (left shoulder surgery) has been cleared for unrestricted basketball activity. He is expected to be assigned to G League Stockton soon to get reps with live play.
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The City of Sacramento presented this Resolution to DeMarcus Cousins this afternoon spotlighting a few of his efforts within the community.
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There it goes. ✌🏼
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DeMar DeRozan talks about his first action in front of Kings fans in Sacramento, the ovation he received from Golden 1 Center, how much his presence means to the fans and the hot offensive output from him and the starters.
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Malik Monk talks free agency process, decision to return to Sacramento Kings and voicing his desire to start.
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Tonight’s loss is one thing, but the Kings players leaving Keon Ellis to once again be the one to have to answer for another blowout loss this season is just embarrassing.
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The message on the white board in the Kings locker room ahead of tonight’s game: WE —— ME
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The 3's that will be shot in the Western Conference Finals....
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Trade deadline is Thursday and I've been told the Kings are "aggressively" continuing their pursuit of adding to this season's roster.
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"C-Webb and Bibby ain't coming through that door." - Tristan Thompson after tonight's Kings loss in Minnesota. Ain't that the truth.
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