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  • Kings trade De’Aaron Fox to Spurs, acquire Zach LaVine from Bulls in reported deal


    The De’Aaron Fox era in Sacramento has come to an end, but the Kings are getting another star guard in return. 

    The Kings are trading Fox to the San Antonio Spurs while acquiring guard Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls as part of a three-team deal, according to multiple reports. ESPN was the first to report the deal Sunday

    Sacramento will also receive three first-round picks from San Antonio (Hornets’ 2025 first-round pick, top 14 protected, Spurs’ 2027 first-round pick; Timberwolves’ 2031 first-round pick) in addition to three second-round picks (Bulls’ 2025 second-round pick; Nuggets’ 2028 second-round pick; own 2028 second-round pick back) and Spurs wing Sidy Cissoko, according to ESPN. 

    [Related: Grades for all the top trades before the NBA’s Feb. 6 deadline]

    The Bulls will receive forward Zach Collins, guard Tre Jones and the full rights to their 2025 first-round pick back from the Spurs, plus guard Kevin Huerter from the Kings. The Spurs will also acquire guard Jordan McLaughlin from the Kings. 

    Fox, 27, signed a five-year, $163 million designated rookie contract extension with Sacramento in 2021 and still has one year left on his contract, but the Kings decided to move on from Fox after it became clear he wasn’t going to sign another contract extension.

    Fox now joins a Spurs team headlined by first-time All-Star and Defensive Player of the Year favorite Victor Wembanyama. The Spurs currently sit 12th in the Western Conference standings at 21-25, but Fox could help them make a late playoff push this year. They’re two games out of the final play-in spot as of Sunday evening. 

    The Kings selected Fox with the No. 5 pick in the 2017 NBA Draft. In eight years with the Kings, Fox was voted an All-Star once and was named to the All-NBA Third Team for the 2022-23 season.

    Fox averaged 21.5 points, 6.1 assists, 3.9 rebounds and 1.4 steals per game in 514 games with the Kings. He ended the 2023-24 season with the most steals in the league.

    LaVine will help offset the loss of Fox for the Kings. He’s in the midst of a resurgent season, averaging 24 points, 4.8 rebounds and 4.5 assists per game. 

    The two-time All-Star has been rumored to be on the trade block for multiple years as he’s in the third year of a five-year, $215 million contract. The move will also reunite LaVine with former Bulls teammate DeMar DeRozan in Sacramento, where the duo hope to bring the Kings back to the playoffs. They sit in 10th place at 24-24 as of Sunday.

    As for the Bulls, the trade marks a clear sign of the start of a rebuild. Chicago has been in the midst of another middling season, but has recently tailed off, falling to 21-29. It still sits in 10th place in the Eastern Conference standings, though the trade likely puts it in place to land the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, which is widely expected to be Duke star Cooper Flagg.

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    In a shocking turn of events, the Sacramento Kings have reportedly traded star point guard De’Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs in exchange for shooting guard Zach LaVine from the Chicago Bulls.

    This reported deal has sent shockwaves through the NBA community, as Fox has been a key player for the Kings since being drafted in 2017. The 24-year-old has shown immense talent and potential, but the Kings seem to be looking to shake things up with this trade.

    On the other hand, Zach LaVine has been a standout player for the Bulls, averaging over 25 points per game last season. His scoring prowess could provide a much-needed boost for the Kings’ offense, while Fox’s playmaking abilities could greatly benefit the Spurs.

    It remains to be seen how this reported trade will impact both teams, but one thing is for sure – the NBA landscape has just been altered in a major way. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.

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  • Sacramento Kings vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction, Odds and Picks


    After an impressive run under new head coach Doug Christie, the Kings have cooled of a little with 3 losses in their last 4 games. They face a tough OKC Thunder team here, trying to avenge a 21-point loss suffered in late November. Since then a lot has happened, a new head coach has come in, plus star player De’Aaron Fox is being mentioned as a potential trade target for several teams as we get close to the trade deadline. That’s certainly not helped the team’s chemistry, which is visible by their last 3 losses in which they lost by an average of 15 points.

    The Thunder are in a bit of a slump of their own having lost 2 of 3 games. For a team that’s lost back-to-back games just once this season, this is considered a poor stretch of play. Someone who definitely isn’t on a poor run of play is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The MVP candidate has been going to work lately, even more than he usually does. He’s dropped 50+ in 2 of his last 4 outings, increasing his point per game average to 35.6 points per game in January. I’m sure he would trade all those numbers for wins in the games against Dallas and Golden State though. The Thunder are firm favorites here, which is expected from a team that’s 20-4 SU at home this season.

    Oddly enough this match-up has been a favorable one for Sacramento. Over the last 15 meetings they are 11-4 SU/ATS, plus in road games at Paycom Center they’ve covered in 11 of 16 visits. They’re just 1-3 SU during this current 6 game road trip, facing a team like the Thunder should bring out the best out of them. Sabonis will be a tough cover, we just saw him notch a triple-double in the loss to Philadelphia. I’ll give the Kings the benefit of the doubt here and back them to cover as road underdogs.

    Kings vs Thunder Predictions: Kings +9 is available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.



    The Sacramento Kings are set to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in what promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams are looking to secure a win and improve their standing in the Western Conference.

    The Kings have been inconsistent this season, but they have shown flashes of potential with their young core of De’Aaron Fox, Tyrese Haliburton, and Buddy Hield. On the other hand, the Thunder have struggled with injuries and are currently in a rebuilding phase.

    In terms of odds, the Kings are slight favorites with a -3.5 point spread. The over/under is set at 225.5 points.

    As for picks, the Kings have the edge in this matchup with their scoring ability and depth. Look for Fox and Haliburton to lead the way for Sacramento, while Hield provides a spark off the bench. The Thunder will rely on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to carry the load, but it may not be enough to overcome the Kings’ firepower.

    Prediction: Sacramento Kings win

    Odds: Sacramento Kings -3.5

    Picks: Sacramento Kings -3.5, Over 225.5 points

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  • What I’m hearing on De’Aaron Fox as Kings navigate flurry of interest across NBA


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    It has been two days since De’Aaron Fox became the most prominent young NBA star available heading into the Feb. 6 trade deadline, with the Sacramento Kings deciding to field trade offers for the 27-year-old former All-Star whose concerns about his long-term future in Sacramento have been a driving force in this situation.

    Per league sources, the Kings continue to navigate a flurry of interest that has come their way as a result of the revelation. One league source indicated that more than half the teams in the NBA have inquired. The prospect of Fox being moved, and his eight-year tenure with the Kings coming to an end, has never been more real.

    As expected, league sources say those trade talks include the team that is known to be Fox’s preferred destination: the San Antonio Spurs. Yet while it remains to be seen if Fox will become Victor Wembanyama’s co-star in the next week, or if the Spurs might be able to push the negotiations into the offseason as a way to simplify their roster-building process while not losing out on Fox to another team, key factors here will have to be figured out if Fox is going to land in San Antonio.

    Chief among them? The possible Stephon Castle inclusion, or potential lack thereof.

    The Kings are known to covet the Spurs rookie guard who was taken fourth overall out of Connecticut in the NBA Draft last June, but there is serious skepticism in league circles that San Antonio will be willing to include him. If that’s ultimately the case, the Kings would have to determine whether there’s an acceptable pathway to doing the deal without him. That’s not the end of San Antonio’s considerations, either.

    While the Spurs (20-24) have lost eight of their last 10 games while falling to 12th in the Western Conference, they’ve still made major strides from their 22-win campaign of last season. Veteran point guard Chris Paul, who signed a one-year deal worth $11 million to join them in July, has been a driving force in that progress while earning significant respect within the organization along the way. For the Spurs’ purposes, it would be easier to integrate Fox in the summer while letting the 39-year-old Paul finish this productive season in his twilight. Fox, who turned down multiple extension offers from the Kings leading up to this point, has one season left on his contract ($37 million).

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    Beyond the Spurs, who have the luxury of operating with the knowledge that Fox is likely to sign an extension if he comes their way, the Kings’ attention has no doubt turned to teams that must view Fox as a rental. The question there, it seems, is whether the Kings are motivated enough to truly consider offers that would likely be far less attractive than the Spurs’ because of the risk factor involved for teams that roll the dice. The mood of the team could certainly play a part here, as league sources close to several Kings players expressed frustration that this situation has become such an ill-timed distraction.

    The Kings (24-23) are tied with the Golden State Warriors for 10th in the West. They lost to Philadelphia on Wednesday, falling 117-104 to a Sixers team that was without Joel Embiid and Paul George, but had won 11 of the previous 15 games under interim coach Doug Christie.

    As the Kings front office continues to canvass the league for solutions to their uncertain future, with known involvement in several situations beyond Fox, this much is clear: They do not see Jimmy Butler as the answer. Per league sources, the Kings are not pursuing the disgruntled Miami star who is serving an indefinite suspension while Heat officials attempt to trade him.

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    That makes sense, too. The Fox situation is headache enough on its own. And as Fox has made clear for quite some time now, his aspirations are higher than this current Kings plight.

    “I want to make sure that we’re in that position to be competing and competing at a high level for a long time, not just fighting for a playoff spot,” he told me in mid-October. “Obviously, the way that the West is going, we have to continue to get better as players and as a team, as an organization. And, I mean, I’m not saying I’m not staying or that I am staying. But I would love to be here, and I want to make sure that we’re competing at a high level.

    “We don’t want to have our peak season being two years ago and just making the playoffs. We want to continue to build on that and just continue to try to change this culture. I think it’s changed already, but you want to build a championship culture, and you have to be able to do those things before you even get to the top. … I definitely feel like we have the talent to (contend). But now, it’s, ‘Can we execute that plan?’”

    The plan, quite clearly, has changed.

    (Top photo of De’Aaron Fox: Sarah Stier / Getty Images)



    De’Aaron Fox has been a hot topic of conversation lately as the Sacramento Kings navigate a flurry of interest from teams across the NBA. Rumors are swirling about potential trades and the future of the talented young point guard.

    Many sources are reporting that the Kings are fielding offers for Fox, but are hesitant to part ways with their star player. Fox has been a key piece of the Kings’ rebuilding efforts and has shown tremendous growth and potential in his time with the team.

    However, with so many teams expressing interest in Fox, it’s hard to ignore the possibility of a trade. Some reports suggest that the Kings are considering their options and weighing the potential return they could get for Fox.

    Fans are divided on the issue, with some hoping that the Kings will hold onto Fox and continue to build around him, while others are open to the idea of trading him for the right deal.

    As the rumors continue to swirl, it’s clear that the situation is fluid and anything could happen. It will be interesting to see how the Kings ultimately decide to handle the flurry of interest in De’Aaron Fox.

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  • Kings vs. Thunder Preview: That Imagine Dragons Song sucks


    Things might not all be normal in the Kingdom right now, but this team still has basketball games in front of them that need winning.  After dropping what should have been one of their easier games against a shorthanded Philadelphia 76ers squad, the Kings now face one of their toughest tests of the season in the 37-9 Oklahoma City Thunder.  Oklahoma City has lost just three games at homes all season and thrashed the Kings 130-109 in their sole previous matchup this season.  Toppling them will be no easy feat.

    Let’s talk Kings basketball!

    When: Saturday, February 1st, 5:00 PM
    Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
    TV: NBC Sports California
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    For Your Consideration

    The Thunder might just be the best team in the NBA this season, even though they’re a couple of wins behind the Cleveland Cavaliers for the overall #1 seed.  Oklahoma City has become turbocharged on both ends of the floor this year, where they’re #1 in defensive rating and #6 in offensive rating.  Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is probably the only one who could threaten Nikola Jokic for the MVP award at this point, as he’s leading the league in scoring at 32.5 points a game on 52.8% from the field to go with 6 assists, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 steals and 1.0 blocks.  Jalen Williams is also having a fantastic year, having been recently named an All-Star for the first time.

    This Thunder roster is stacked from top to bottom, possessed with elite top end talent and one of the deepest benches in the league.  They’re so deep that they only have two players (SGA & Jalen) that average over 30 minutes a game, and nobody averages 35.  They’ve managed to hold onto the best record in the West despite losing arguably their second best player, Chet Holmgren, 10 games into the season.  Their 11.9 net rating is 3rd in NBA history to only the 1995-96 and 1996-97 Bulls.  That means their average margin of victory is greater even than the Warriors team who won 73 games.  In fact, they have yet to lose a game by double digits.  How Sam Presti isn’t the highest paid GM in the league or being poached to be the highest paid GM in the league is beyond me.

    If the Thunder have any weakness, it’s their relative size and rebounding.  For an elite team, they’re only 27th in Defensive Rebounding Rate and 21st in Offensive Rebound Rate.  However, they make up for it by not even giving you the opportunity to shoot.  Oklahoma City leads the NBA in steals at 11.2 a game.  In fact, three of the NBA’s top 6 players in steals per game are on the Thunder (SGA, Jalen and Cason Wallace).  The Thunder use those steals to produce a league leading 23.2 points off turnovers, while on the other hand barely turning the ball over themselves (they average the 2nd fewest turnovers in the league).

    It’s going to take a near perfect game for the Kings to win this one on the road, and the Kings have been playing anything but perfect basketball as of late.  With the trade rumors swirling as well, that has to factor in as a distraction this team doesn’t need right now.  But if they hope to make the playoffs, they need to start making up some ground.  I’m hoping for a big game from Domantas Sabonis personally, as he took just 6 shots against the 76ers the other day.  The Kings need to do a better job of featuring him against smaller teams as a primary offensive weapon.  Sabonis also needs to stop passing up open threes (something he did multiple times against Philadelphia) considering he’s one of the team’s best shooters.  I’d also like to see Keegan Murray continue to be aggressive in attacking the basket.  He’s been getting to the rim with some regularity lately, and he’s also finishing with authority.  The Kings guards in particular (Fox, Monk, Ellis) need to watch the careless passes with Oklahoma City’s ballhawks watching, they’ll force you to make plenty of mistakes on your own without factoring in self-inflicted wounds too.  It’s going to be tough, but a win tonight would do a lot for morale and momentum going forward.

    Prediction

    DeMar DeRozan has a throwback game and scores a season-high 42 points, including the game winner over SGA.

    Kings 117, Thunder 116

     

     





    The highly anticipated matchup between the Sacramento Kings and Oklahoma City Thunder is just around the corner, and fans are buzzing with excitement. However, there’s one thing that has been bothering many basketball enthusiasts – that awful Imagine Dragons song that plays during Thunder games.

    As soon as the opening chords of “Thunder” start blaring through the speakers, it’s hard not to cringe. The repetitive lyrics and generic beat make it one of the most annoying sports anthems in recent memory. And yet, for some reason, it continues to be played at Thunder games, much to the dismay of fans.

    But fear not, Kings fans. Despite having to endure the torture of that terrible song, Sacramento is ready to take on the Thunder and come out victorious. With a talented roster led by De’Aaron Fox and Buddy Hield, the Kings are poised to give Oklahoma City a run for their money.

    So, as we gear up for this exciting matchup, let’s all collectively agree on one thing – that Imagine Dragons song sucks. But hey, at least we have some great basketball to look forward to. Let’s go Kings!

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  • Sacramento Kings at Oklahoma City Thunder odds, picks and predictions


    The Sacramento Kings (24-23) and Oklahoma City Thunder (37-10) meet Saturday. Tip-off from Paycom Center is at 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Kings vs. Thunder odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

    Season series: Thunder lead 1-0

    The Kings — after a 3-game winning streak Jan. 16-22 — have lost 3 of their last 4 games. They were 8-point favorites in their last game Wednesday, losing 117-104 at the Philadelphia 76ers.

    The Thunder are 7-3 in their last 10 games, but have dropped 2 of their last 3 and are coming off a 116-109 loss at the Golden State Warriors Wednesday as 9-point favorites.

    Kings at Thunder odds

    Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

    • Moneyline (ML): Kings +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Thunder -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
    • Against the spread (ATS): Kings +7.5 (-110) | Thunder -7.5 (-110)
    • Over/Under (O/U): 235.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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    • Chet Holmgren (hip) out
    • Ajay Mitchell (toe) out

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    Kings at Thunder picks and predictions

    Prediction

    Thunder 121, Kings 109

    Moneyline

    The Thunder are 19-3 at Paycom Center, the best home mark in the league, while the Kings are 11-11 on the road and have lost 4 of their last 5 away from home.

    Sacramento has allowed opponents to score 117 or more in 4 of its last 5 games and 7 of its last 9. The Thunder have the league’s No. 1 scoring defense, allowing only 104.4 points per game (PPG) this season.

    The Thunder beat the Kings 130-109 in Sacramento Nov. 25.

    Oklahoma City should win, but at -300 odds, it isn’t worth the action.

    PASS.

    Against the spread

    The Thunder have not covered the spread in their last 4 games are 1-5 ATS in their last 6. But they are 29-15-3 ATS this season, while the Kings are 17-28-2 ATS despite having 24 outright wins.

    The Kings’ last 8 losses have been by 9 or more points.

    BET THUNDER -7.5 (-110).

    Over/Under

    The Thunder’s last 6 games have not reached 238 points. Their Nov. 25 win in Sacramento had 239 points.

    Six of the Kings’ last 10 games have surpassed 237 points.

    But the Thunder are allowing 107.8 PPG in their last 10 games.

    BET UNDER 235.5 (-110).

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    Sacramento Kings at Oklahoma City Thunder Odds, Picks and Predictions

    The Sacramento Kings will be facing off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in what promises to be an exciting matchup. Both teams have shown flashes of potential this season, but have also struggled at times. With the Kings fighting for a playoff spot and the Thunder looking to play spoiler, this game is sure to be a competitive one.

    According to the latest odds, the Kings are favored to win this game. However, the Thunder have been known to surprise teams with their tenacity and never-say-die attitude. With that in mind, here are some picks and predictions for this game:

    – The Kings have a more talented roster and are playing for a playoff spot, so they should be able to come out on top in this game. Look for De’Aaron Fox to have a big game and lead the Kings to victory.

    – The Thunder have been playing better as of late and could give the Kings a run for their money. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been playing at an All-Star level and could be the difference-maker in this game.

    – The over/under for this game is set at 220 points. Given both teams’ offensive firepower and struggles on defense, the over seems like a safe bet in this matchup.

    Overall, this game has the potential to be a high-scoring affair with both teams looking to push the pace. While the Kings are favored to win, the Thunder have the ability to pull off an upset. It will be interesting to see which team comes out on top in this exciting matchup.

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  • Kings High School placed on lockdown due to threat; police on scene


    District: Kings High School placed on lockdown due to threat; police on scene

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THOSE ARE THE SPOTS STILL SEEING THE MORE STEADY RAIN SHOWERS THAT EXTENDS NOW INTO PORTIONS OF BRACKEN AND MASON AND ROBERTSON COUNTIES SOUTH OF THE 7175 SPLIT. OWEN COUNTY STILL SEEING SOME LIGHT RAIN. THERE ARE A FEW SPRINKLES RIGHT ALONG THE OHIO RIVER NEAR RISING SUN. SO AS WE GO THROUGH THE NEXT 12 HOURS, YOU CAN EXPECT OCCASIONAL RAIN SHOWERS, EARLY BREEZY CONDITIONS THIS AFTERNOON. AND BY THE WAY, IF YOU DO HAVE TO HEAD OUT THE DOOR RIGHT NOW, THOUGH, THE RAIN IS NOT HEAVY BECAUSE THE RAIN IS MOVING OUT. THERE IS SOME FOG IN SPOTS. SO DENSE. FOG ADVISORY IN BUTLER COUNTY, FAYETTE, UNION AND FRANKLIN COUNTIES IN INDIANA. KELLY. OKAY, GOOD TO KNOW. RANDI. THANK YOU SO MUCH. AND LET’S KEEP AN EYE ON THE ROADS THIS MORNING WITH WET ROADWAYS, WE KNOW THERE COULD BE THE CHANCE FOR SOME THINGS TO SLOW DOWN THIS MORNING. SO WE JUST WANT TO KEEP AN EYE ON THAT. THINGS DO LOOK GREAT, THOUGH. FOR THE MOST PART HERE. 75 AT 74. AN AREA THAT GETS BUSY PRETTY EARLY 75 AT TYLERSVILLE IS LOOKING GOOD AND 275 AT THE CARROLL LEE CROPPER BRIDGE. THAT IS WHERE IT NARROWS DOWN TO ONE LANE. SO WE’LL KEEP AN EYE ON THAT AS WE HEAD THROUGH THE MORNING. SHOULD ANYTHING POP UP HERE. 71 AT 75, HEADING THROUGH DOWNTOWN. NO MAJOR ISSUES RIGHT NOW AND NO CRASHES TO REPORT, WHICH WE LOVE TO SEE. SO HOPEFULLY THAT WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THE MORNING. AND WE’LL KEEP YOU UPDATED HERE ON WLWT. KELLY, THANK YOU SO MUCH. 502 NOW TO THOSE NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN THAT DEADLY MID-AIR COLLISION OVER WASHINGTON, DC. YOU’RE LOOKING LIVE AT RONALD REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT, CLOSE TO THE SITE WHERE THAT PASSENGER PLANE AND BLACKHAWK HELICOPTER COLLIDED OVER THE POTOMAC. ALL 67 PEOPLE ARE BELIEVED TO BE DEAD. SEARCH CREWS HAVE PULLED DOZENS OF BODIES FROM THE WATER AS INVESTIGATORS TRY TO FIGURE OUT HOW THIS HAPPENED. NOW, LATE LAST NIGHT, CREWS RECOVERED THE BLACK BOXES FROM THAT AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT. THOSE CONTAIN AUDIO RECORDINGS FROM THE COCKPIT AND OTHER IMPORTANT DATA. AND INVESTIGATORS ARE PORING OVER EVIDENCE. THEY’RE TRYING TO FIND OUT WHAT CAUSED THE DEADLIEST U.S. AVIATION DISASTER IN MORE THAN 20 YEARS. WLWT NEWS FIVE’S AMY LU NEAR THE CRASH SITE WITH WHAT COMES NEXT NOW, STEPHEN, KELLY AND MEGAN. EMERGENCY RESPONDERS HAVE BATTLED NEAR FREEZING TEMPERATURES, ICY COLD WATERS OF THE POTOMAC RIVER AND WITH RAIN IN THE FORECAST TODAY, AN ADDED CHALLENGE FINDING OUT WHAT HAPPENED. NEW PICTURES OVERNIGHT FROM THE NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD INVESTIGATORS PULLING THE PASSENGER PLANES. VOICE AND DATA RECORDERS BRINGING THEM TO THEIR NEARBY LABS FOR EVALUATION. YOU NEED TO GIVE US TIME. STILL TOO SOON TO SPECULATE. THE CRASH’S CAUSE. OFFICIALS ARE PLEDGING A PRELIMINARY REPORT IN THE NEXT MONTH. AND WE’RE HERE TO ASSURE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE THAT WE ARE GOING TO LEAVE NO STONE UNTURNED AS RECOVERY CREWS CONTINUE TO WADE THROUGH FRIGID WATERS IN THE POTOMAC, RECOVERING AT LEAST 28 BODIES FROM THE WRECK. YOU’RE HALF SWIMMING, HALF WALKING WHILE YOU’RE WORKING. THIS IS VERY STRENUOUS FOR OUR DIVERS. THE SEARCH FOR A CAUSE ONGOING. MAYBE THE PILOTS FAULT. THEY SHOULD HAVE SEEN IT. I WOULD HAVE THOUGHT. THEY SHOULD HAVE SEEN IT BECAUSE IT WAS A PLANE THAT WAS LOADED UP WITH LIGHTS. PRESIDENT TRUMP PINNED UNFOUNDED BLAME ON THE PREVIOUS ADMINISTRATION, PRIORITIZING DIVERSITY OVER QUALIFICATIONS IN HIRING. WE DON’T CARE WHAT RACE THEY ARE. WE WANT THE MOST COMPETENT PEOPLE. I HAVE NO KNOWLEDGE, ABOUT THAT. DRAWING BIPARTISAN PUSHBACK. AND I THINK HE OWES THE COUNTRY AN APOLOGY FOR TAKING THIS MOMENT WHERE WE’RE TRYING TO COME TOGETHER AND FIGURE IT OUT, AND INSERTING GROSS POLITICS. IT WAS GROTESQUE. WE KNOW THAT PLANES ARE FLYING IN AND OUT OF REAGAN NATIONAL AIRPORT THIS MORNING, AND AT LEAST ONE AMERICAN AIRLINES FLIGHT IS SCHEDULED LATER ON TODAY BETWEEN WICHITA, KANSAS AND WASHINGTON. THE SAME ROUTE THAT ENDED IN THIS DEADLY CRASH IN WASHINGTON NEAR THE POTOMAC. I’M AMY LU WLWT NEWS 5. WE ARE LEARNING MORE THIS MORNING ABOUT THE 67 PEOPLE WHO DIED IN THE COLLISION FROM A LAW PROFESSOR AT HOWARD UNIVERSITY TO FRIENDS WHO WERE JUST ON A DUCK HUNTING TRIP TO A GROUP OF FIGURE SKATERS, INCLUDING ONE WHO WAS JUST 12 YEARS OLD, A TRULY IMMEASURABLE LOSS. AND ONE OF THE VICTIMS GREW UP RIGHT HERE IN CINCINNATI. WLWT NEWS FIVE’S NICOLE APONTE IS LIVE WITH HOW THE COMMUNITY IS HONORING THE LIFE OF A MADEIRA HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE. NICOLE. STEPHEN. HER NAME WAS ELIZABETH ANN KINGS, AND SHE GRADUATED FROM HERE MADEIRA HIGH SCHOOL AS VALEDICTORIAN BACK IN 2010. SHE WAS KNOWN BY HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS AS LIZ, AND SHE ALSO GRADUATED WITH A LOT OF OTHER AWARDS. ELIZABETH WENT TO TUFTS UNIVERSITY IN BOSTON AND EARNED A LAW DEGREE FROM GEORGETOWN. SHE WAS WORKING FOR A LAW FIRM IN D.C. AND HAD BEEN FLYING BACK HOME TO SEE HER BOYFRIEND AND THEIR DOG, TUCKER, WEDNESDAY NIGHT. SO MANY PEOPLE FROM MADEIRA HAVE REACHED OUT TO SHARE THE IMPACT ELIZABETH HAD ON THEIR OWN LIVES, INCLUDING HER FORMER PRINCIPAL. WHAT A HIGH QUALITY PERSON SHE WAS. YOU KNOW, JUST ENJOYABLE TO BE AROUND A GREAT STUDENT, A LEADER AMONG STUDENTS AND JUST THE TYPE THAT YOU WOULD WANT YOUR EVERY FATHER WOULD WANT THEIR DAUGHTER TO TO BE. IN A STATEMENT, ELIZABETH’S MOTHER WROTE IN PART, SHE LOVED DEEPLY AND WAS DEEPLY LOVED. IT GOES ON TO SAY, QUOTE, WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS HOW DEEPLY ELIZABETH, MY BITSY WILL BE MISSED. WE ARE FILLED WITH UNBEARABLE SORROW AND DESPAIR AT OUR LOSS. ELIZABETH WAS ALSO CELEBRATING HER 33RD BIRTHDAY THE DAY OF THE CRASH. LI

    District: Kings High School placed on lockdown due to threat; police on scene

    Kings High School has been placed on lockdown due to a threat received by the school, a representative for Kings High School said. Multiple units are on the scene to clear the building. WLWT has a crew headed to the scene. Stay tuned for updates. This story was curated by Hearst’s WLWT Alert Desk. For live traffic updates, click here. Click the video player above to watch other morning headlines from WLWT News 5 Sharing brings us closer together. If this story happened near you, share this article with friends in your area using the WLWT mobile app so they can read along with you. The WLWT app is available for free in Apple’s App Store and on Google Play. See news happening? Send us your photos or videos if it’s safe to do so at www.wlwt.com/upload.

    Kings High School has been placed on lockdown due to a threat received by the school, a representative for Kings High School said.

    Multiple units are on the scene to clear the building.

    WLWT has a crew headed to the scene. Stay tuned for updates.

    This story was curated by Hearst’s WLWT Alert Desk.

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    Click the video player above to watch other morning headlines from WLWT News 5

    Sharing brings us closer together. If this story happened near you, share this article with friends in your area using the WLWT mobile app so they can read along with you. The WLWT app is available for free in Apple’s App Store and on Google Play.

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    Kings High School Placed on Lockdown Due to Threat; Police on Scene

    Parents and students at Kings High School in [City, State] were shocked today as news spread that the school had been placed on lockdown due to a threat. Local law enforcement officials are currently on the scene investigating the situation.

    The lockdown was initiated as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of everyone on campus. Students and staff have been instructed to remain in their classrooms and follow all safety protocols until further notice.

    Authorities have not released any specific details about the nature of the threat, but they are taking the situation very seriously. They are working diligently to assess the credibility of the threat and are working to resolve the situation as quickly and safely as possible.

    Parents are being asked to avoid coming to the school at this time in order to allow emergency personnel to do their jobs efficiently. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

    Our thoughts are with the students, staff, and families of Kings High School during this uncertain time. We are grateful for the quick response of law enforcement and school officials in keeping everyone safe.

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  • Defense Agency Pauses Celebrations of Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Women’s History Month and Others


    The Pentagon’s intelligence agency has paused observances of Pride Month, Black History Month, Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Holocaust Days of Remembrance, Juneteenth and other annual cultural events, as federal agencies scramble to try to conform to President Trump’s repudiation of diversity programs.

    The Defense Intelligence Agency on Tuesday published a memo to its work force with a subject line of “Pause on Special Emphasis Programs and Related Activities and Events.”

    “We are receiving questions across the work force on the way forward,” the memo said. It added that the agency would “pause all activities and events related to Agency Special Emphasis Programs effective immediately and until further notice.”

    The agency’s pause is in effect “until further notice,” the memo said. It said that the directive would not affect the observance of federal holidays, so presumably agency employees would still get Martin Luther King’s Birthday and Juneteenth off, provided they remain federal holidays.

    The pause came as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday announced a new task force targeting diversity considerations in Pentagon promotions and job assignments, the latest maneuver in the Trump administration’s renunciation of “wokeness.”

    In a memo to senior Pentagon leadership, Mr. Hegseth said that diversity, equity and inclusion policies were “incompatible with the values” of the Defense Department.

    The task force must issue a final report on how to get rid of diversity programs by June 1, Mr. Hegseth said in the memo.



    In a surprising move, the Defense Agency has decided to pause celebrations of important cultural and historical events such as Martin Luther King’s Birthday, Women’s History Month, and others. This decision has sparked controversy and raised questions about the agency’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

    Many are questioning why the Defense Agency would choose to pause celebrations of such significant events that honor the achievements and contributions of marginalized communities. Some speculate that budget constraints or shifting priorities may be behind this decision, while others worry that it reflects a lack of understanding or appreciation for the importance of these observances.

    Regardless of the reasons behind the pause, it is clear that many are disappointed and concerned about the message this sends. Celebrating and recognizing the accomplishments of historically marginalized groups is an important way to promote inclusivity and diversity within organizations, and the Defense Agency’s decision to pause these celebrations raises red flags for many.

    As the Defense Agency faces backlash for this decision, it remains to be seen whether they will reconsider and reinstate celebrations for these important cultural and historical events. In the meantime, advocates for diversity and inclusion are voicing their concerns and calling for the agency to prioritize these observances moving forward.

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  • De’Aaron Fox Rumors: ‘Serious Skepticism’ Spurs Would Trade Stephon Castle to Kings | News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors


    SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 22: De'Aaron Fox #5 of the Sacramento Kings brings the ball up court against the Golden State Warriors during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on January 22, 2025 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

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    There is “serious skepticism” that the San Antonio Spurs would be willing to include rookie guard Stephon Castle in any deal involving Sacramento Kings star De’Aaron Fox.

    “The Kings are known to covet the Spurs rookie guard who was taken fourth overall out of Connecticut in the NBA Draft last June, but there is serious skepticism in league circles that San Antonio will be willing to include him,” Amick wrote.

    “If that’s ultimately the case, the Kings would have to determine whether there’s an acceptable pathway to doing the deal without him. That’s not the end of San Antonio’s considerations, either.”

    ESPN’s Shams Charania reported Tuesday that the Kings were “expected to open up talks to potentially deal” Fox prior to the Feb. 6 trade deadline. He also said Fox has a “target destination” in mind.

    James Ham of ESPN 1320 reported that Fox’s preferred landing spot is the Spurs, and Amick noted that Fox’s preferred destination is “widely believed” to be San Antonio as well.

    Amick also reported that “De’Aaron Fox’s agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, recently sent word that it would be wise for the Kings to move him now.”

    If that’s the case, then the Spurs could have some leverage here in negotiations, especially with the deadline approaching in a week.

    San Antonio certainly wouldn’t want to part with Castle, the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft.

    The ex-UConn star, who won a national championship in his lone year at school, has broken out recently with 18.0 points per game on 48 percent shooting over his last seven contests.

    Of course, Fox is a star that San Antonio should pursue, especially given his reported interest in the team. He could be a game-changer for a team on the rise and form a great partnership with superstar Victor Wembyanama. He’s averaging 25.1 points, 6.2 assists, 5.0 rebounds and 1.5 steals per game this season and squarely in his prime at 27 years of age.

    For now, Fox remains a King, but that could change within a week. It’s pretty clear, though, that Castle should be staying in San Antonio, which is a wise move for the Spurs given his potential.





    The latest buzz in the NBA world is swirling around Sacramento Kings point guard De’Aaron Fox, with rumors indicating that the San Antonio Spurs may be interested in acquiring him. According to sources close to the situation, there is “serious skepticism” that the Spurs would be willing to part ways with promising rookie Stephon Castle in exchange for Fox.

    Fox, who has established himself as one of the most dynamic young guards in the league, would undoubtedly be a significant addition to the Spurs’ roster. His speed, playmaking ability, and scoring prowess would provide a major boost to a team looking to return to championship contention.

    On the other hand, Castle has shown flashes of brilliance in his rookie season, displaying a smooth shooting stroke and impressive defensive instincts. The Spurs have high hopes for the young guard and may be reluctant to part ways with him in a potential trade for Fox.

    As the NBA trade deadline approaches, it will be interesting to see how this situation unfolds. Will the Spurs ultimately decide to pull the trigger on a deal for Fox, or will they choose to hold onto Castle and explore other options? Stay tuned for the latest updates on this developing story.

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  • Can the Kings get the ‘Donovan Mitchell package’ in a De’Aaron Fox deal?


    It was reported this week that the Kings are open to trading De’Aaron Fox, and the Spurs are the team at the top of his list. Both franchises could be under pressure to get a deal done, but how? Kevin O’Connor and Tom Haberstroh discuss what a trade package should look like in this excerpt from “The Kevin O’Connor Show” which has been edited for length and clarity.


    Kevin: OK, we gotta talk about De’Aaron Fox.

    What type of package should the Kings be looking for here? Picks, players? What path should they be going?

    Tom: The Donovan Mitchell package. That’s the asking price. Ton of picks. They got Lauri Markkanen. They got Collin Sexton — he was a young, 24-year-old at the time of the deal. And they got the 2022 first-round pick, Ochai Agbaji, who was just drafted. So they got three firsts unprotected, two pick swaps, and Agbaji that was effectively another first-round pick.

    Kevin: That’s a lot, Tom.

    Tom: Three young players, three firsts and two pick swaps. Now that’s the asking price. That’s the benchmark for De’Aaron Fox. If you’re Sacramento, you say, look, a great young player, an All-Star who is the clutch player of the year. He’s under contract for next season. What is my incentive to move him right now? You’re going to have to come in with multiple first-round picks — at least three first-round picks — and a young player to build around.

    If you’re the San Antonio Spurs and you have the opportunity to go get De’Aaron Fox, you obviously want to pair Victor Wembanyama with another star for this very reason we talked about last week. For the next three years, Victor Wembanyama is going to be paid $14 million on average — this season, the season after that, and the season after that. If you acquire Fox, you’re getting an All-Star-caliber player who plays downhill in the way that you’re so desperately needing — he’s one of the top drivers in the NBA, the San Antonio Spurs are a bottom-five driving team. This seems like a seamless fit.

    Sacramento gets on the phone and says, “Alright, Stephon Castle coming our way and a couple of first-round picks. And you’re the Spurs and you’re like …

    Kevin: No, no, I’m not giving you Castle. No.

    Tom: What’s it going to take?

    Kevin: I’m not giving Castle. Castle’s a nonstarter for me. I’m not giving him. I will not give him up in a Fox deal.

    Tom: But if you’re Sacramento, that’s the price it’s going to take. You look at benchmark deals of All-Star players in their prime, and granted De’Aaron Fox has only been to one All-Star Game. Donovan Mitchell was a three-time All-Star, and was two years younger than what Fox is right now. He’s also under contract.

    Kevin: More playoff success and experience on Mitchell’s side too. And a better player.

    Tom: Yep, I think objectively a better player at the time of the deal than what Fox is now.

    So if you lower that asking price, you’re like, all right, not three firsts and two swaps and three young players. But if the deal is Zach Collins and Keldon Johnson and five first-round picks, I don’t think Sacramento says no to that. It’s going to have to be that caliber of package, because the Spurs aren’t going to put Castle in a deal. Do they put Devin Vassell into a deal? I think you want Vassell around Wemby and Fox.

    What does the trade package look like, KOC?

    Kevin: I put out an idea on X earlier in the week. It was a three-way including Utah, coincidentally, sending John Collins and Collin Sexton to the Kings. Some of those San Antonio salaries you’re alluding to would then instead go to Utah, with picks going to the Kings, picks going to the Jazz, Fox going to the Spurs. I think the Kings would probably get more than I put in that deal.

    But if I’m the Kings, I’d rather the heavy picks-based package, even if it means not getting the player incentives like you’re talking about with Lauri Markkanen and Collin Sexton going to the Jazz in that Mitchell deal.

    Ultimately, the Kings are obviously under some pressure here. They have a player who hasn’t explicitly demanded a trade, but clearly they don’t feel confident he wants to be there long term. But they also have time, like you alluded to. He has another year on his deal. They could play this out. The team’s been playing really well lately. Maybe they go into the playoffs and they win a round, and Fox loves it there and he wants to re-sign and everything’s happy and good this summer. That’s the scenario the Spurs need to be afraid of here. Because it’s San Antonio. It’s not a big market. It’s not a place that stars really ever want to go. And they have an opportunity to go get a top player who wants to be there.

    And this is the window. Like when will there be an opportunity again to get a star who wants to be on your team and a star that becomes available? I just look around the market. Who’s the next guy? Like you can dream about Anthony Edwards. You can dream about some of these guys for years from now, but there’s no guarantee that that guy is ever going to become available. And if he does become available it might not be in a situation where it makes sense for you to put the best offer on the table.

    So the Spurs are definitely under pressure to make Victor Wembanyama happy, to try to maximize what this team can be when he’s on that rookie deal, and Fox might be the best shot that they can take. So they’re under pressure here as well to get something done.

    Hear the full conversation on “The Kevin O’Connor Show” and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen.



    The Sacramento Kings have a decision to make with their star point guard De’Aaron Fox. With his contract extension looming, there is speculation about whether the Kings should explore trading him in order to rebuild their roster.

    One potential trade scenario that has been discussed is the possibility of the Kings receiving a package similar to what the Utah Jazz got for Donovan Mitchell in a potential De’Aaron Fox deal. Mitchell was traded to the Jazz on draft night in 2017 in exchange for the rights to guard Donovan Mitchell, forward Tyler Lydon, and forward Trey Lyles.

    The Kings would likely be looking for a similar return in a potential Fox trade, which could include a promising young player, draft picks, and possibly a veteran to help balance out the roster. However, it remains to be seen if any team would be willing to offer up a package of that caliber for Fox.

    Ultimately, the decision will come down to whether the Kings believe they can build a competitive team around Fox or if they need to start fresh with a rebuild. Only time will tell what the future holds for De’Aaron Fox and the Sacramento Kings.

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  • De’Aaron Fox trade rumors: Kings star admits he has preferred landing spot if moved before deadline


    The Sacramento Kings are reportedly considering trades for De’Aaron Fox. But according to the star himself, that isn’t because he has directly requested a trade. 

    “That’s their decision to make. I can’t tell them not to listen to offers or I can’t tell them to listen to offers,” Fox said Wednesday before the Kings’ game in Philadelphia, according to The Sacramento Bee.

    Sacramento’s motivation does not appear to be rooted in a specific directive from Fox. Rather, the Kings are considering a move because of Fox’s reluctance to sign a long-term contract extension. He turned down an extension with the Kings over the summer, and with his 2026 free agency growing closer by the day, his exit is growing likelier ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline. 

    Fox, by all accounts, is focused on competing for championships. To that effect, he reportedly has a favored destination in mind: the San Antonio Spurs. There, he would partner up with ascending center Victor Wembanyama to create one of the best young duos in the Western Conference. 

    While Fox wouldn’t confirm that he is eyeing the Spurs, he did acknowledge that he has a preference in mind if he were to move.

    “For sure, I think everybody has a preferred destination,” Fox said. “I think everybody has a preferred destination if they’re not in the place that — or if they’re not going to be in the place where they are in the moment. I think it’s natural.”

    De’Aaron Fox landing spots: Spurs are the favorites, but Rockets, Heat among teams that also make sense

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    De'Aaron Fox landing spots: Spurs are the favorites, but Rockets, Heat among teams that also make sense

    While the Kings control the situation for now, Fox has an uncommon degree of leverage as this situation plays out. The Spurs, barring something unforeseen, will have max cap space in the summer of 2026, so Fox will have the power to walk to San Antonio as a free agent if he so chooses. That is going to limit what other teams are willing to offer, as the possibility of losing Fox for nothing restricts his value. If the rest of the league views him as a rental, the Kings will have no choice but to deal with San Antonio at a price the Spurs dictate.

    Still, it is rare for any trade request to come and go smoothly. Damian Lillard more or less told the league not to trade for him because he wanted to go to Miami. He wound up in Milwaukee. Jimmy Butler is doing everything in his power to get to Phoenix right now. The Suns have thus far been unable to complete a deal. 

    These sagas are complicated and messy. Fox may want to go to San Antonio, but until a deal is reached, other suitors have a chance to steal him away.





    In recent weeks, trade rumors surrounding Sacramento Kings’ star point guard De’Aaron Fox have been swirling. And now, Fox himself has admitted that he has a preferred landing spot if he were to be moved before the trade deadline.

    According to sources close to Fox, the 24-year-old has expressed interest in joining the New York Knicks. The Knicks have been in need of a dynamic point guard for quite some time, and Fox could be the missing piece to their puzzle.

    While the Kings have not publicly stated that they are looking to move Fox, the team’s struggles this season have sparked speculation that they could be open to making changes. Fox, who is averaging 20.6 points and 6.8 assists per game this season, would undoubtedly garner significant interest from teams around the league.

    It remains to be seen if the Kings will entertain offers for Fox, or if he will ultimately end up in New York or another team that catches his eye. But one thing is for certain – the trade deadline is shaping up to be an interesting one for De’Aaron Fox and the Kings.

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