The only professional basketball team that can claim three digits in age, the Sacramento Kings are the NBA’s oldest active team, originally founded as the Rochester Seagrams of the National Basketball League a century ago. Despite their long history, they’ve only won a single title and have made the playoffs just once since 2007.
Will this be the year the Kings take it to the house and bring a title back to Sacramento? Let’s find out.
Here’s your guide to watching all of the action on the court during the Sacramento Kings 2024-25 season.
Sacramento Kings Quick Facts
Founded: 1924
Head Coach: Mike Brown
Conference: Western
Division: Pacific
Home Arena: Golden 1 Center
Championships: 1 (1951)
2023-24 Finish: Did not make the playoffs
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Sacramento Kings Schedule 2024-2025
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How to Watch Sacramento Kings Games on DIRECTV
Calling all Sacramento Kings fans! You really don’t want to miss a moment of the 2024-2025 NBA season. And we’ll give you the information you need to be able to do that right here.
Catch Sacramento Kings 2024-2025 season games live on these channels:
- REGIONAL SPORTS LINEUP (only available in some areas)
- ESPN: Channel 206
- ABC: Find your local affiliate channel here
- TNT: Channel 245
- NBA TV HD: Channel 216
- NBA League Pass
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Sacramento Kings Rivalries
The Kings have been around for a really, really long time. In their century of existence, they’ve built up no small number of heated rivalries with nearby opponents. Here are a few of their most well-known rivalries:
Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers
One of the most intense rivalries for the Kings stems from their clashes with the Lakers, most notably during the 2002 Western Conference Finals. That series, filled with controversial officiating and high stakes, is still a point of debate among fans today.
Although the rivalry has cooled as the Kings have struggled to maintain consistent playoff appearances, matchups between these two California teams still attract plenty of attention
Watch the Kings play the Lakers on:
- October 26 at 10:30 p.m. ET on NBA TV
- December 19 at 10 p.m. ET
- December 21 at 6 p.m. ET
- December 28 at 10:30 p.m. ET
Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors
As geographical neighbors in Northern California, the Kings and Warriors share a fierce regional rivalry. While the Warriors have dominated the past decade with multiple championships, the Kings are striving to close the gap.
Their 2023 playoff showdown further intensified this rivalry, with fans from both sides deeply invested in the outcome, making it one of the more exciting matchups in recent seasons.
Watch the Kings play the Warriors on:
- January 5, 2025 at 8:30 p.m. ET
- January 22, 2025 at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN
- February 21, 2025 at 10 p.m. ET
- March 13, 2025 at 10 p.m. on TNT
Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns
Another notable rival for the Kings is the Phoenix Suns. While the rivalry isn’t as heated as others, it has developed over the years due to both teams’ battles in the Western Conference. Their meetings are often competitive, featuring memorable moments such as buzzer-beaters and close games, keeping the tension alive between the teams.
Watch the Kings play the Suns on:
- November 10 at 8 p.m. ET
- November 13 at 10 p.m. ET
- March 14, 2025 at 10 pm. ET
- April 13, 2025 at 3:30 p.m. ET
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did the Sacramento Kings join the NBA?
The Kings joined the NBA in 1945, making them the oldest active team in professional basketball.
Who is the current head coach of the Sacramento Kings?
Mike Brown is the current Kings head coach.
How many NBA titles have the Sacramento Kings won?
Just one title, in 1951.
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