The Sacramento Kings endured one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history in 2025-26, finishing 22-60, tied for the worst record in the Western Conference, and posting their lowest winning percentage (.268) since the 1988-89 season. Despite the ugly results, Sactown Sports' Carmichael Dave and Jason Ross believe there may be a path toward meaningful improvement next year if the Kings can finally stay healthy. The Sacramento Kings enter the offseason holding the seventh-overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, with Arkansas guard Darius Acuff Jr. and Houston guard Kingston Flemings frequently linked to the franchise. While expectations remain modest, Dave argued that the combination of better health and productive development could make Sacramento more competitive than many expect. A major reason for optimism is the injury situation. Key contributors missed significant time throughout Sacramento's rough 2025-26 campaign. Domantas Sabonis appeared in just 19 games, Keegan Murray played 23 games, Zach LaVine suited up for only 39 contests, and De'Andre Hunter appeared in just two games before suffering a season-ending eye injury. Dave pointed to the possibility of healthier seasons from Sabonis and Murray, along with a strong rookie campaign from Sacramento's first-round selection. Ross agreed that the Sacramento Kings' injury problems prevented the roster from ever truly being evaluated. They were so injured that it's hard to say what they would have looked like if they had been relatively healthy. If they are relatively healthy, I don't think 40 wins is psycho, Dave said.