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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 3d

Future Devin Carter Contrarian Corner incoming

The Kings Herald @thekingsherald.bsky.social · 4d

Dylan Cardwell, Maxime Raynaud, Nique Clifford, Devin Carter and Isaiah Stevens played an inspiring brand of basketball down the stretch. Cardwell with 10 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 1 block in 13 minutes

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 4d

The entire first half I kept thinking to myself, what if Nique, Carter, or Jones just absorbed all his mins? Obvs a talent downgrade but the ball movement and defense would be at a whole other level.

John @johnbull.wtf · 4d

New season, still hate this. 👑🏀

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 4d

Keegan has been the epitome of a disrupter in this first half. Love to see it!

Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 5d

New Contrarian Corner just dropped! This one’s got it all: Simpsons references, MacGruber jokes, and a deep dive into the Kings’ 25 Draft.
Shouts to @deucemason.bsky.social + @morganragan.bsky.social
the media day coverage— next-level color on the fit of science teacher, Drew Eubanks.

The Kings Herald @thekingsherald.bsky.social · 6d

Contrarian Corner: Scott Perry’s Draft Masterclass and Offseason Reshuffle kingsherald.com/articles/con...

Contrarian Corner: Scott Perry’s Draft Masterclass and Offseason Reshuffle - The Kings Herald

Scott Perry’s first draft and offseason as Kings GM showcased vision and bold strategy. From trading up for Nique Clifford to betting on Maxime Raynaud and Dario Šarić, Perry’s moves blended savvy ass...

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 9d

Big facts

Brandon Mullen @brandonmullen.bsky.social · 10d

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · 9d

I’ve got a new column w/ @thekingsherald.bsky.social Welcome to Contrarian Corner! Looking to keep things fresh, & fun, Covering team building, player progression, Slamson sightings, & more! Give it a read, tell a friend, & maybe come back for the next one. Cheers! kingsherald.com/articles/con...

Contrarian Corner: Finding Optimism in Schröder, Perry, and the Post-Fox Era - The Kings Herald

A fresh, optimistic take on Sacramento Kings basketball. In this edition of Contrarian Corner, we revisit Scott Perry’s arrival, the Dennis Schröder signing, and why the offseason moves might not be a...

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Benn Jordan @bennjordan.bsky.social · 21d

Just 2 gun rights advocates sitting behind a wall of bulletproof glass while enjoying a memorial for a gun rights advocate who got murdered by a gun.

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Aug 22

In depth analysis on the real value of the incoming 27 Spurs + 31 Twolves picks. I’m definitely in the minority here but hoping to sell a few others!

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Breaking down the potential of the draft picks acquired in the De'Aaron Fox trade - The Kings Herald

It’s been seven months since the De’Aaron Fox trade, and the reactions remain as divided as ever. Fans and media alike criticized the Kings for what many deemed an “underwhelming return.” The backlash...

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Aug 7

I’m still in denial that he was allowed back and that there was such a positive fan reaction.

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Jun 24

Isaac Jones’ season was more impressive than the overall box score suggests. I break down key stretches of the year where his opportunities shifted, circumstances evolved, and much more

The Kings Herald @thekingsherald.bsky.social · Jun 23

Player Grades – Isaac Jones: What the Numbers Don’t Show
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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Jun 7

Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Jun 6

Everyone’s buzzing about Hali’s buzzer beater, but can we take a moment for my Trey Lyles player grade masterpiece? Plus, there’s a not so hidden wrestling joke in there for sharp eyed fans.

The Kings Herald @thekingsherald.bsky.social · Jun 6

Player Grades: Trey Lyles – The Beam Team’s Rollercoaster Role Player
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Player Grades: Trey Lyles - The Beam Team’s Rollercoaster Role Player - The Kings Herald

Trey Lyles used to be a promising part of the Beam Team. As a former Kentucky teammate and pal of De’Aaron Fox and Malik Monk, Trey fit the mold of the prototype “space-and-pace” hybrid big. A guy...

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Mina Kimes @minakimes.bsky.social · May 27

The biggest endorsement I can make for Bluesky is that replacing Twitter with this app on my phone probably improved my general mood when I’m on my phone by 20-25%. I know there are better reasons but it is what it is!

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Apr 13

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ALT: a close up of a woman 's face with blonde hair making a funny face .

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Apr 2

It’s wild that he cited Roman when talking about work rate being what he cares about. Conversely dogged AEW. Feels uncharacteristic for a dude that’s about nothing but real spill.

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Apr 2

Every Steph three always looks like it’s going in. EVERY SINGLE ONE.

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John @johnbull.wtf · Mar 27

In Sacramento, #openingday is just the day we all open @tankathon.bsky.social and start looking at draft prospects.

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Mar 21

For all my Trey Baes

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Trey Lyles Is Quietly Reviving His Beam Team Credentials - The Kings Herald

Over the last five games, Trey Lyles is showing some signs of life, reclaiming his status as a vital (and much-missed) Beam Team member. He’s putting up 10.8 points and 5.6 boards on 53% shooting in 2...

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Zack Venero @contrariancorner.bsky.social · Feb 3

We’re all going to feel a smidge better once Carter starts balling. Still high on the dude and optimistic that he’s going to start shining with a larger role and more consistent mins.

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