After a challenging season, the Sacramento Kings are poised for significant changes this offseason. They ended their campaign ninth in the Western Conference and were eliminated in the Play-In Tournament by the Dallas Mavericks. Notably, the Kings fired head coach Mike Brown in December and traded star guard De’Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs, acquiring Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls in the process.

Heading into the offseason, the Kings face crucial decisions regarding star players like DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis, and LaVine. Meanwhile, reports suggest they are actively shopping Malik Monk and Devin Carter in an effort to secure a first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft after their original pick was deferred to the Atlanta Hawks. Monk's strong performance last season makes it somewhat expected, but Carter's name in trade discussions is surprising given his recent rookie struggles.

The Indiana Pacers delivered a stunning victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2, edging them out 120-119 thanks to a clutch performance by Tyrese Haliburton, who hit a crucial step-back three-pointer with just 1.1 seconds left on the clock. This win marks the Pacers’ second straight victory in the series, giving them a 2-0 lead as they head back home. Haliburton finished with 19 points, nine rebounds, and four assists, showcasing his skill and poise under pressure. His nickname 'HIMaburton' given by his girlfriend Jade Jones, a social media influencer, adds a fun twist to his impressive performance.

The Pacers demonstrated offensive depth, with Aaron Nesmith and Myles Turner both contributing 23 points. Bennedict Mathurin provided a vital boost off the bench with 19 points, while Andrew Nembhard and Pascal Siakam added 13 and 12 points respectively. The team is aiming to reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2014, a significant goal given their recent playoff exit against the Boston Celtics last season. The series shifts to Indianapolis for Game 3, scheduled for Friday, where the Pacers will look to capitalize on their momentum and push the Cavaliers to the brink of elimination.

Sacramento Kings rookie guard Devin Carter is currently day-to-day after sustaining a right shoulder contusion during a game against the Orlando Magic. The injury occurred when he attempted to steal the ball from Paolo Banchero, causing immediate discomfort that led to his early exit in the second quarter. Carter had previously missed the start of the season due to left shoulder surgery but made his debut on January 3 after rehab in the G League.

In his time with the Kings, Carter has averaged 3.8 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.1 assists across 30 games. He has shown flashes of potential, scoring double figures three times, including a personal best of 16 points against the Memphis Hustle in the G League.

Sacramento Kings rookie Devin Carter faced a setback during a game against the Orlando Magic, suffering a right shoulder injury late in the second quarter. Carter was attempting to steal the ball from Paolo Banchero when he injured his shoulder, causing immediate discomfort. The Kings ruled him out for the remainder of the game, during which he only played for 32 seconds.

Carter, who had previously undergone left shoulder surgery in July, was cleared to play and had only recently debuted on January 3 after a stint in the G League. In his brief NBA career thus far, he’s averaged 3.8 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.1 assists in 30 games, with a notable highlight being a career-high 16-point game on March 19.

The Oklahoma City Thunder secured a thrilling victory against the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night, finishing with a score of 129-121. Chet Holmgren stood out with a remarkable performance, registering 22 points, 17 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and three blocks. His impressive statistics established him as the first player in Thunder history to achieve such numbers in a game.

Holmgren's contributions have solidified his place in the league this season, boasting averages of 15.8 points, 8.6 rebounds, and a staggering 2.9 blocks per game while shooting 50.9% from the field. Since returning from injury, he has ramped up his performance, leading the NBA in blocks for February. The Thunder improved to 47-11, positioning themselves firmly as the top seed in the Western Conference.