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Kings’ Freefall Deepens as DeRozan Blasts State of Team After 41-Point Loss

DeMar DeRozan’s blunt postgame remarks highlight escalating frustration over Sacramento’s 3-13 start.

Overview

  • The Kings fell 137-96 to the Grizzlies for their eighth straight loss, their third defeat by 30-plus points in the skid.
  • DeMar DeRozan called the team’s situation a “s—– place” after scoring seven points in 15 minutes in Memphis.
  • DeRozan said “everything comes into question” in this stretch, signaling that player roles and futures are under scrutiny.
  • Domantas Sabonis has a partial meniscus tear and is expected to miss significant time, with reports indicating at least a month.
  • Head coach Doug Christie acknowledged mounting frustration and emphasized a process to improve, as Zach LaVine said struggles “snowball,” with Denver up next.