California Classic

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2023 California Classic

Official Release

The Sacramento Kings announced the roster for the fifth annual California Classic Summer League on July 3 and 5 at Golden 1 Center. Sacramento will play two games, beginning with the team’s first contest on Monday, July 3 at 7 p.m. against the Golden State Warriors, followed by a matchup with the Miami Heat on Wednesday, July 5 at 7 p.m.

Ahead of the California Classic, the Kings will hold a mini-camp on June 29 and 30 with media availabilities to follow at the conclusion of each practice.

Below is the 2023 California Classic Summer League roster and mini-camp schedule:

KINGS 2023 CALIFORNIA CLASSIC SUMMER LEAGUE ROSTER

HEAD COACH: Luke Loucks (College – Florida State)ASSISTANT COACHES: Dutch Gaitley (College – Temple)Deividas Dulkys (College – Florida State)Robbie Lemons (College – Stanford)Charles Allen (College – Houston)Jawad Williams (College – North Carolina)Will Scott (College – Indiana)Jimmy Alapag (College – Cal State San Bernardino)PLAYER DEVELOPMENT: Dipesh Mistry (College – Ryerson)HEAD VIDEO COORDINATOR: Sam Logwood (College – New Mexico)ASST VIDEO COORDINATOR: Elijah Brown (College – Oregon)

PRONUNCIATION GUIDE: Souley Boum (Sue-lay Boom); Neemias Queta (Nuh-mee-us Kay-tuh); Mike Daum (Dom); Aleem Ford (Ah-leem); Deividas Dulkys (David-Us Duel-Keyss); Jimmy Alapag (Ala-peg); Dipesh Mistry (Duh-pesh Miss-tree)

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Sacramento Kings Announce 2023 California Classic Summer League Roster

Two-day Event to Also Feature Performances by World-Class DJ Mix Master Mike of the Beastie Boys

New Kings Merchandise and Commemorative Gear will be Available in the Team Store, Fan Activations in DOCO and More

Single-Day Tickets Available Starting Monday, June 26 at 10 a.m.

Today, the Sacramento Kings announced that country singer/songwriter Niko Moon will perform at Golden 1 Center following the California Classic Summer League games on Wednesday, July 5. Known for his hit singles “GOOD TIME,” “PARADISE TO ME,” and “NO SAD SONGS,” Moon leads an exciting lineup of entertainment over the two-day event, which also includes GRAMMY® award winning DJ Mix Master Mike of the Beastie Boys performing between games and activations in DOCO for ticketed guests to enjoy.

The fifth annual California Classic Summer League, presented by Ticketmaster, will also give fans the first opportunity to access new Kings merchandise in the Team Store from collaborators including Lululemon, Sportiqe and the children’s brand Sweet Wink. Exclusive California Classic gear will also be available in the Team Store, and fans who attend the games on Monday, July 3, will receive a commemorative California Classic poster.

This summer basketball celebration will take place on Monday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 5, and features the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat, San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Hornets. All six teams will participate in a triple-header matchup each day.&nbsp;

Single-day tickets will be available starting Monday, June 26, at 10 a.m. and begin at $22 plus fees for upper-level. Tickets can be purchased at Kings.com/CAClassic or by calling 888-91–KINGS.

Team rosters and additional broadcast information will be announced at a later date.

For more information, visit Kings.com/CAClassic.

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Niko Moon to Perform at 2023 California Classic Summer League

-- Two Days of NBA Triple Header Action Presented by Ticketmaster, July 3 and 5 ---- Two New Teams with No. 1 and No. 2 Overall Pick in 2023 NBA Draft Join the League ---- Tickets Include Option to Add Discounted Admission to Fourth on the Field at Sutter Health Park ---- Early Access Tickets for Kings Season Ticket Members Begins Thursday, June 1 ---- General Public On Sale for 2-Day Pass Begins Monday, June 5 -- 

Today, the Sacramento Kings announced that Golden 1 Center will host the fifth annual California Classic Summer League, presented by Ticketmaster, for players and teams preparing for NBA action. The San Antonio Spurs and Charlotte Hornets, who hold the No. 1 and No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft respectively, will join the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat for an expanded Classic. Beginning July 3, the six teams will play a total of six games featuring rookies selected in the 2023 NBA Draft, sophomores and athletes competing to make NBA and G League regular season rosters. 

“We are thrilled to welcome the California Classic back to Golden 1 Center with two new teams joining the exciting lineup,” said Sacramento Kings Owner and Chairman Vivek Ranadivé. "This event is the perfect kick-off to the NBA Summer League, giving fans the opportunity to watch the next generation of basketball talent and enjoy a world-class entertainment experience.”

This summer basketball celebration – Monday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 5 – will feature a triple-header matchup each day with all six teams participating. Similar to other Summer League matches, modified game play rules will be in place, including 10-minute quarters. In addition, the two days will include exciting family friendly entertainment.

Beginning tomorrow, Thursday, June 1, Kings Season Ticket Members will have early access for two-day passes covering all games at Golden 1 Center and the option to add discounted admission to Fourth on the Field at Sutter Health Park. General public will be able to purchase passes on Monday, June 5 at&nbsp;Kings.com/CAClassic.

Team rosters, entertainment, fan activations, broadcast information and additional ticket options will be announced at later dates.

For more information, visit&nbsp;Kings.com/CAClassic.

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Popular California Classic Summer League Returns to Golden 1 Center in July with Expanded Lineup

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The Kings head to Chase Center in San Francisco this weekend to participate in the fourth annual California Classic Summer League. The three-day tournament features the Kings, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat and will include a doubleheader matchup each day. Find out everything you need to know below!&nbsp;

All six games will be televised on ESPN 2 and NBA TV, starting on Saturday, July 2 at 2PM PT with Lakers vs. Heat and ending on Tuesday, July 5 with Kings vs. Lakers.&nbsp;

The Kings will face off against all three other teams over the three days of games. Here’s their full California Classic schedule:&nbsp;

The California Classic offers Kings fans their first glimpse at fourth overall pick Keegan Murray, as well as second-year big man Neemias Queta and a host of other rookies vying for roster spots.&nbsp;

Before heading out to San Francisco, the Kings participated in a three-day mini-camp to prepare for the California Classic and NBA Summer League.&nbsp;

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2022 California Classic Primer

-- Three Days of NBA Double Header Action Featuring Kings, Warriors, Lakers, and Heat ---- Team to be Led by Sacramento Kings Associate Head Coach Jordi Fernandez --

Today, the Sacramento Kings announced the team’s roster for the 4th annual California Classic Summer League on July 2-5 at Chase Center. The four-team, three-day format, will include a double-header matchup each day featuring the Kings, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, and Miami Heat. Sacramento will play three games, beginning with its first contest on Saturday, July 2 against the Golden State Warriors at 4:30 p.m., followed by the Miami Heat on Sunday, July 3 at 2 p.m. and LA Lakers on Tuesday, July 5 at 2:30 p.m.

On July 2-3, attendees can take part in multiple fan-friendly activities in Chase Center’s outdoor space, Thrive City, which includes an outdoor basketball court, classic low riders, kid zone, live performances and more.

Single-day passes for Saturday and Sunday start at $35 in the lower level and include two games for the applicable day. Tickets can be purchased at the following link HERE.

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Kings Announce California Classic Summer League Roster

SAN FRANCISCO – The Golden State Warriors will host the fourth annual California Classic at Chase Center on July 2-3, the team announced today. The Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, Miami Heat and Sacramento Kings will compete in four games over the two-day event.

The California Classic showcases rookies selected in the 2022 NBA Draft competing in their first NBA games, along with sophomores, select free agents and other players competing to make NBA and NBA G League regular season rosters. The California Classic began in 2018 and has been hosted by the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center in each of its previous three years.

Two-day passes will be available for purchase at warriors.com beginning on Tuesday, May 17, at 10 a.m. PDT for Warriors Season Ticket Members, 12 p.m. for members of the Dub Club, 2 p.m. for Insiders and 4 p.m. for the general public.

Radio and television broadcast information for the 2022 California Classic Summer League will be announced at a later date.

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Kings Schedule Revealed for Fourth Annual California Classic

As the team is set to tip-off in its first of two Summer League matchups in Sacramento, here are 5 things to watch Sacramento's rookies and sophomores step onto the floor:

Bobby Jackson Returns as Summer League Head Coach

Stockton Kings head coach, Bobby Jackson, will be at the helm coaching for the first time since the 2012 Las Vegas Summer League. Jackson has emphasized defense at the team practices while eagerly pushing them to compete at a high level.

The Kings first selection in the NBA Draft, 9th overall pick, Davion Mitchell who has the representation of being a ball-hawk in college has already made quite an impression on Jackson.

"Competitive, tough kid. Explosive, fast, and he does all the little things. It's why he's won a national championship and he has won at every level."

Jackson also added that Mitchell makes his teammates better and works harder than anybody around.

Growth from Jahmi'us Ramsey and Robert Woodard II

Last year's rookies will get their chance to shine, since last season's G League schedule was cut short due to COVID-19. Notable sophomores Jahmi'us Ramsey and Robert Woodard II look to bring a level of toughness and experience to a very young Kings Summer League squad.

"No doubt there's been a lot of improvements in my game as far as on the defensive and offensive end", said Woodard II. "

Woodard II finished his G League stint with the Austin Spurs last season averaging nearly 17 points and 11 rebounds per game.

In May of 2021, Kings GM Monte McNair signed Oregon scorer Louis King to a two-way contract and he did not disappoint in limited appearances.

In the second to last game of the season, King exploded for 27 points, nine rebounds and three assists, while connecting on 10-of-16 from the floor.

Although Neemias Queta is listed as OUT for the team's first game in Sacramento, fans should be excited to see Questa make his debut for the Sacramento Kings at some point during Summer League. The 7-foot center from Utah State ranked first in blocks (219) and first in blocks per game (2.5) during his time in Utah.