Zack Venero
@contrariancorner.bsky.social
ATL Dad | theKingsHerald Contributor | Indie Basketball Contributor | Pro wrestling fanboy | Miami Dolphins supporter | Lover of good tunes 🎶 | Formerly part of the defunct Ball Sometimes Lie pod
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Merry Christmas, everyone!
December 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Merry Christmas, everyone!
Sat down with the homie @indiebasketball.bsky.social to talk rising artists, hoopers on the come up, Christmas Day games and traditions, and more.
Available in all the pod holes.
Available in all the pod holes.
December 24, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Sat down with the homie @indiebasketball.bsky.social to talk rising artists, hoopers on the come up, Christmas Day games and traditions, and more.
Available in all the pod holes.
Available in all the pod holes.
Noticing a shift with the Kings past few games. Young guys getting real tick, vets hurt and taking back seat, and passion? Oh, and Dylan Cardwell’s smile is the effing best!
Contrarian Corner: Doug Christie’s Vision—Finally Taking Shape? kingsherald.com/articles/con...
Contrarian Corner: Doug Christie’s Vision—Finally Taking Shape? - The Kings Herald
Is Doug Christie’s Vision Finally Taking Shape? The last few games have been, without a doubt, the most entertaining and passionately played of the year. The Kings are 1-2 in this stretch—a modest imp...
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December 23, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Noticing a shift with the Kings past few games. Young guys getting real tick, vets hurt and taking back seat, and passion? Oh, and Dylan Cardwell’s smile is the effing best!
Just published one of my favorite pieces — all about Devin Carter, my mane man.
The team is starving for defense, hustle, +speed… he brings all of it. once a legit prospect before regime changes, & a false narrative pushed him into “forgotten King” 👑.
Tap in for hair love + Goggins comps.
The team is starving for defense, hustle, +speed… he brings all of it. once a legit prospect before regime changes, & a false narrative pushed him into “forgotten King” 👑.
Tap in for hair love + Goggins comps.
Contrarian Corner: Why I’m Holding (and Buying More) Devin Carter Stock
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December 3, 2025 at 12:35 AM
Just published one of my favorite pieces — all about Devin Carter, my mane man.
The team is starving for defense, hustle, +speed… he brings all of it. once a legit prospect before regime changes, & a false narrative pushed him into “forgotten King” 👑.
Tap in for hair love + Goggins comps.
The team is starving for defense, hustle, +speed… he brings all of it. once a legit prospect before regime changes, & a false narrative pushed him into “forgotten King” 👑.
Tap in for hair love + Goggins comps.
Thrilled to announce my writing is now on @indiebasketball.bsky.social ! Kicking off a new series, Watching the Tape, with a drop dive into @barteesstrange.bsky.social album Horror, my album of the year!
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WATCHING THE TAPE: Bartees Strange - Horror — Indie Basketball
2025 • 4AD • INDIE ROCK / RAP / SOUL / GRUNGE / POP / EMO
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November 18, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Thrilled to announce my writing is now on @indiebasketball.bsky.social ! Kicking off a new series, Watching the Tape, with a drop dive into @barteesstrange.bsky.social album Horror, my album of the year!
www.indiebasketball.com/articles/wat...
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The jerseys though
November 13, 2025 at 4:41 AM
The jerseys though
For a moment there, it looked like Dougie might actually have the guts to ride the hot hand and leave the starters out.
The kings were 2 points down when they went back to this starting lineup (with Plowden) and now they’re down 10. Shooting is important kids.
November 13, 2025 at 3:57 AM
For a moment there, it looked like Dougie might actually have the guts to ride the hot hand and leave the starters out.
I’ll take more of this mix — energetic, young, defense first role players with one or two ball-heavy veterans to steady things. All told, the game could’ve slipped fast, but the Kangz are holding up well going into the second.
November 13, 2025 at 3:38 AM
I’ll take more of this mix — energetic, young, defense first role players with one or two ball-heavy veterans to steady things. All told, the game could’ve slipped fast, but the Kangz are holding up well going into the second.
Keon checks in and immediately nails two triples
I get wanting to start Westbrook at this point but why continue to go with him and Shroeder in the backcourt? This team desperately needs more spacing and guys who can play off ball. Cough cough 😷 - Keon Ellis.
November 13, 2025 at 3:33 AM
Keon checks in and immediately nails two triples
On the bright side, I think the city edition jerseys like dope
November 13, 2025 at 3:24 AM
On the bright side, I think the city edition jerseys like dope
I get wanting to start Westbrook at this point but why continue to go with him and Shroeder in the backcourt? This team desperately needs more spacing and guys who can play off ball. Cough cough 😷 - Keon Ellis.
November 13, 2025 at 3:18 AM
I get wanting to start Westbrook at this point but why continue to go with him and Shroeder in the backcourt? This team desperately needs more spacing and guys who can play off ball. Cough cough 😷 - Keon Ellis.
8 Wacky observations predicts ALL!
October 23, 2025 at 1:54 AM
8 Wacky observations predicts ALL!
Bite sized preseason observations from a sicko; which of these could be real?
LaVine en fuego
Domas’ shot is fast, maybe too fast
Nique first man off the bench?
Saric might actually matter!
Speaking of Sickos, shout out @deucemason.bsky.social @morganragan.bsky.social and their new series of swag
LaVine en fuego
Domas’ shot is fast, maybe too fast
Nique first man off the bench?
Saric might actually matter!
Speaking of Sickos, shout out @deucemason.bsky.social @morganragan.bsky.social and their new series of swag
8 Questions Heading Into The Sacramento Kings Season kingsherald.com/articles/8-q...
8 Questions Heading Into The Sacramento Kings Season - The Kings Herald
Sacramento Kings preseason is in the books—and it left us with more questions than answers. Can Zach LaVine stay hot? Is Sabonis finally adding a three-point shot? Will Nique Clifford carve out a key ...
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October 22, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Bite sized preseason observations from a sicko; which of these could be real?
LaVine en fuego
Domas’ shot is fast, maybe too fast
Nique first man off the bench?
Saric might actually matter!
Speaking of Sickos, shout out @deucemason.bsky.social @morganragan.bsky.social and their new series of swag
LaVine en fuego
Domas’ shot is fast, maybe too fast
Nique first man off the bench?
Saric might actually matter!
Speaking of Sickos, shout out @deucemason.bsky.social @morganragan.bsky.social and their new series of swag
Ball Back!
Prior to tipping things off, give this piece a spin on the moves that haven’t been made, but might be around the corner.
Prior to tipping things off, give this piece a spin on the moves that haven’t been made, but might be around the corner.
Contrarian Corner: The Final Chapter of Scott Perry’s Offseason and What’s Next kingsherald.com/articles/con...
Contrarian Corner: The Final Chapter of Scott Perry’s Offseason and What’s Next - The Kings Herald
With a guard-heavy roster, tradeable contracts, and an All-Star anchor in Domantas Sabonis, Perry’s patience could define Sacramento’s future. Here’s a contrarian look at the moves, the misfits, and t...
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October 21, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Ball Back!
Prior to tipping things off, give this piece a spin on the moves that haven’t been made, but might be around the corner.
Prior to tipping things off, give this piece a spin on the moves that haven’t been made, but might be around the corner.
Future Devin Carter Contrarian Corner incoming
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
October 9, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Future Devin Carter Contrarian Corner incoming
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.
October 9, 2025 at 3:18 AM
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.
Keegan has been the epitome of a disrupter in this first half. Love to see it!
October 9, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Keegan has been the epitome of a disrupter in this first half. Love to see it!
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.
Shouts to @deucemason.bsky.social + @morganragan.bsky.social
the media day coverage— next-level color on the fit of science teacher, Drew Eubanks.
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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October 7, 2025 at 6:09 PM
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.
Shouts to @deucemason.bsky.social + @morganragan.bsky.social
the media day coverage— next-level color on the fit of science teacher, Drew Eubanks.
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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October 3, 2025 at 11:09 PM
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...
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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.
September 21, 2025 at 10:17 PM
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.
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!
@thekingsherald.bsky.social
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@thekingsherald.bsky.social
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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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August 22, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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!
@thekingsherald.bsky.social
kingsherald.com/articles/bre...
@thekingsherald.bsky.social
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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
Player Grades – Isaac Jones: What the Numbers Don’t Show
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June 24, 2025 at 1:13 PM
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
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.
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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June 6, 2025 at 7:49 PM
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.