@ThePrairieGeek

The fanciest idiot in town. Site Expert for A Royal Pain. @HoopsHabit contributor on all things basketball. Detroit Pistons contributor to @LastWordHoops.

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Joined March 2011
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Nique had a rough night against the Blazers in the preseason, but there was a good reason for it. aroyalpain.com/nique-cliffor…

Nique Clifford's off night due to a Kings' decision that hints at his future

While Nique Clifford's box score didn't look good after the Portland loss, the Sacramento Kings still have bigger plans for him.

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Someone is fully on board his own hype train. hoopshabit.com/shai-gilgeous…

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's bold "best player in the league" claim ignores Jokic

By declaring himself the best in the NBA right now, Oklahoma City Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is inviting challenges from players like Nikola Jokic.

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The Kings' preseason loss to the Blazers makes perfect sense when you look at who didn't suit up. aroyalpain.com/kings-lose-bl…

The Kings lose to the Blazers, but it actually makes sense this time

The Sacramento Kings might have taken another loss thanks to the Blazers, but it acutally makes sense in the bigger picture.

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Honestly, I think we wanted this whole thing over, too. lastwordonsports.com/basketb…

Every Pistons Fan Just Wanted The Jalen Duren Situation Over - Last Word On Basketball

Fans of the Detroit Pistons were absolutely exhausted by the Jalen Duren situation by the time the two sides finally came to an agreement.

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Lean into what's working, Sacramento. Sign this man up! aroyalpain.com/jonathan-mogb…

Jonathan Mogbo has already earned a bigger opportunity from the Kings

The Sacramento Kings need to reward the hard work and contributions of Jonathan Mogbo right now, not down the line.

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It looks like he'll miss the season opener at the very least. aroyalpain.com/what-do-kings…

What do the Kings look like without Maxime Raynaud?

Maxime Raynaud's injury is definitely a situation for both the player and the Sacramento Kings, but not one they can't handle.

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I don't see how this fixes the Cavs biggest playoff problem, known better to NBA fans as James Harden. hoopshabit.com/cavaliers-spl…

Cavaliers' splashy Peyton Watson trade will cost far more than just picks

Bringing Peyton Watson to the Cleveland Cavaliers is an interesting move but might cost the franchise more than it expected.

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The Kings need to hang onto Precious Achiuwa and never let him go. aroyalpain.com/precious-achi…

Precious Achiuwa keeps proving himself to be the Kings' cornerstone

The Sacramento Kings need a guy who can do what needs to be done with no ego, and that player is Precious Achiuwa.

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Not so fast, JD. We were watching the whole thing. lastwordonsports.com/basketb…

Jalen Duren is Trying to Control the Narrative Regarding His Rough Summer with the Pistons - Last...

After an offseason filled with tense negotiations between Jalen Duren and Detroit's front office, the All-Star, All-NBA center is changing his tune.

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LaVine has something to prove this season, to himself and the league. aroyalpain.com/forget-ben-si…

Forget Ben Simmons. Can Zach LaVine redeem himself with the Kings?

Ben Simmons joining the Sacramento Kings is a comeback for him, though the same is true for Zach LaVine in a way.

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Don't sleep on Mr. Payton. aroyalpain.com/why-kings-nee…

Why the Kings need Elfrid Payton on the roster

Elfrid Payton is the player to fill a deceptively important role on the Sacramento Kings.

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Can we all just admit that Reese is a good basketball player, now? And Clark is better with Reese than without. hoopshabit.com/dream-wnba-tr…

Dream WNBA trade would turn rivals Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark into teammates

Fans want to see Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark on the same team, but there's a lot in the way of that happening.

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Don't call it a comeback. Because he was barely on the court and didn't play the next game. aroyalpain.com/ben-simmons-c…

Ben Simmons comeback with the Kings was quiet, but oddly poignant

The return of Ben Simmons with the Sacramento Kings was filled with twists and turns and told fans a lot about this new version of him.

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Put some respect on John Collins' name. lastwordonsports.com/basketb…

John Collins Will Help The Detroit Pistons Find The Next Level - Last Word On Basketball

John Collins's first appearance as a member of the Pistons was full of fire and physicality, which is exactly what Detroit needs from the power forward.

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We're all about Nique Clifford around here. aroyalpain.com/do-n-t-give-u…

Don't give up on Kings' Nique Clifford quite yet

Nique Clifford had a hot start to the Sacramento Kings' preseason that cooled off quickly, but he's still poised for a breakout.

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But not in Portland because they kept Acuff on the bench. Nothing strange about that. aroyalpain.com/kings-darius-…

The Kings' Darius Acuff preseason rollercoaster continued in San Francisco

Darius Acuff responded well to his tough Lakers performance with big numbers for the Sacramento Kings against the Warriors.

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Pacers have to start planning for the next evolution now that Hali is back. hoopshabit.com/pacers-must-c…

Pacers must circle February 11th on their calendar to unlock championship hopes

If the Indiana Pacers want to be competitive this season and capitalize on a returning Tyrese Haliburton, they need to make big plans surrounding a key date.

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The Kings are now short both Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell. aroyalpain.com/kings-latest-…

Kings latest preseason loss comes with big picture problems for Maxime Raynaud

The Sacramento Kings were hoping to deal with fewer injuries this season, but that doesn't seem to be the case.

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Fix it, JB! lastwordonsports.com/basketb…

What J.B. Bickerstaff Needs To Fix In Pistons' Strategy This Season - Last Word On Basketball

Going into the new season, J.B. Bickerstaff has to take the Pistons' strategy, put it up on the hoist, and make some real upgrades.

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I like Alex Karaban, but he has to stop making faces like that when he's playing. aroyalpain.com/alex-karaban-…

Alex Karaban will have to fight for his spot in the Kings' rotation

As the Sacramento Kings' regular season progresses, Alex Karaban is going to have to work to make sure he doesn't get forgotten.

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