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The "Bleav in Kings" podcast, hosted by NBA journalist Mark Haynes, is your go-to source for everything related to the Sacramento Kings. Subscribe now for updates on the team, soundbites from games and practices, interviews with current and former players, and appearances from a variety of special guests.

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#65
Yesterday · 19 min
Doug Christie, Darius Acuff & The Bigger Picture in Sacramento | Bleav In Kings
Mark Haynes shares his thoughts on Doug Christie’s future with the Sacramento Kings and what could happen next. Plus, why Darius Acuff Jr. deserves patience and the opportunity to develop without the outside noise.
#64
October 26 · 23 min
Ja Morant And A Hectic Weekend That Left the Kings Winless | Bleav In Kings
Mark Haynes takes you along for a weekend covering the NBA, sharing the simple mistake he made while interviewing Ja Morant, highlights from Stockton Kings Media Day, news of Keegan Murray's injury, and more.
October 11 · 1 hr 15 min
The Sacramento Kings and Golden State Warriors Rookies Are Special | I80 Crossover
Darius Acuff Jr. and Yaxel Lendeborg are really, really talented. Ben Simmons is back, and Mark Haynes with Cyrus Saatsaz discuss that and more on the I80 Crossover.
September 30 · 18 min
Ben Simmons is back! What does this mean for the Sacramento Kings | Bleav In Kings
Mark Haynes breaks down the biggest takeaways from Sacramento Kings Media Day, including Darius Acuff Jr., the team’s new additions and what stood out ahead of the 2026-27 season. Ben Simmons says he’s back to the player he once was — but what does his return mean for Sacramento?
July 18 · 25 min
Summer League Is Telling Us A Lot About The Kings’ Future
Mark Haynes breaks down Darius Acuff Jr., Emanuel Sharp and Maxime Raynaud’s Summer League performances while explaining why he believes the Kings may have a future star in Acuff.
June 29 · 1 hr 18 min
Darius Acuff Jr. Is In. What’s Next for the Kings?
The Sacramento Kings have their guy. With free agency one day away, what is next?
June 24 · 24 min
Kings Draft Darius Acuff Jr. | Breaking Down Sacramento’s 2026 Draft Class
The Sacramento Kings added Darius Acuff Jr. and Alex Karaban in the 2026 NBA Draft, and Mark Haynes breaks down what each player brings to Sacramento. Plus, reactions to the top four picks and why Oklahoma City’s selection of Aday Mara could be one of the draft’s most impactful moves.
June 4 · 50 min
What Could Have Been? Kings & Warriors Connections to the NBA Finals
Mark Haynes joins Cyrus Saatsaz for a live I-80 Crossover following Game 1 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs. The crew breaks down the opener while discussing what the Kings and Warriors can learn from the former players and coaches competing for an NBA championship.
May 20 · 1 hr 10 min
The Kings and Warriors are stuck on the outside looking in at Wemby’s greatness
The I-80 Crossover is back, and we're talking about the shift in power in the NBA.
May 13 · 1 hr 6 min
Pressure Is Building for the Kings & Warriors This Offseason | I-80 Crossover
The I-80 Crossover makes its return, focusing on the Kings and Warriors and what must occur this offseason.
#55
May 8 · 16 min
Kings Fans: Here’s Who You Want at No. 1 or No. 2
Who should the Sacramento Kings take if they land the No. 1 or No. 2 pick? Mark Haynes breaks down the top prospects in the 2026 NBA Draft.
March 12 · 12 min
Bam Adebayo Scored 83… But Devin Carter’s 24 Impressed Me More
Sacramento Kings guard Devin Carter goes for 24 points, and Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat scores 83 in a win over the Wizards. Mark Haynes enjoyed both performances, but he says one was more impressive than the other.
January 13 · 21 min
Malik Monk’s Impact on the Kings, LeBron could be a Grandpa, and Westbrook’s Resurgence
Mark Haynes breaks down Malik Monk’s impact on the Kings’ streak, LeBron’s potential “grandpa” moment, and whether Russell Westbrook’s resurgence is real or hype.
January 3 · 18 min
Kings Compete, Celtics Close — Now Comes Phoenix
The Kings fall 120–106 to the Celtics after another fourth-quarter collapse. We break down the loss and preview the back-to-back matchup against the Suns.
#51
Dec 21, 2025 · 20 min
No Malik Monk Equals Another Loss For Kings vs Blazers
The Kings fall to the Blazers in back-to-back games, and another DNP for Malik Monk.
#50
Dec 19, 2025 · 18 min
The Kings Were So Close In OT | Bleav In Kings
The Kings' comeback in the fourth quarter, down 15, to force overtime and lose to the Blazers by a questionable call with 1.5 left in OT.
Dec 10, 2025 · 1 hr 29 min
What's the best-case scenario for the Kings & Warriors? | I80 Crossover
With both the Warriors and Kings getting a rare night off, the I-80 Crossover returns as Mark Haynes joins Cyrus Saatsaz to break down the biggest storylines surrounding Northern California’s teams at the 25-game mark of the season.
#48
Nov 26, 2025 · 17 min
Keegan Murray’s Breakout: Signs I Saw Before the Season
Mark Haynes shares some reasons why he felt Keegan Murray would have a breakout season.
#47
Nov 21, 2025 · 15 min
What’s Next for Russell Westbrook and the Sacramento Kings After 8 Losses
After an embarrassing loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, Mark Haynes believes a significant change is needed immediately.
#46
Nov 2, 2025 · 18 min
Is this Kings VICTORY over Giannis and the Bucks a big deal?
The Kings hand the Giannis & the Bucks their second L of the season. What does this mean?

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