{"id":2309,"date":"2025-10-13T21:13:09","date_gmt":"2025-10-13T21:13:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/2309\/"},"modified":"2025-10-13T21:13:09","modified_gmt":"2025-10-13T21:13:09","slug":"sacramento-kings-to-host-2025-26-fan-fest-open-practice","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/2309\/","title":{"rendered":"Sacramento Kings to host 2025-26 Fan Fest &#038; Open Practice"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The following release is courtesy of the Sacramento Kings<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">On Saturday, October 18, the Sacramento Kings will host their annual Fan Fest and Open Practice, a free event for fans of all ages. Complimentary tickets are required for entry and can be claimed at\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___http:\/\/kings.com\/fanfest___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OmJmZjg6MDJiMTgxODkzZWFlNjVmMWUxYzBjNDJmMmUwNDI1YzdlZjQ1MjhlMjYzYzlkZWI1MjE1MmI1YzRiNGU4NDhkOTpoOkY6Tg\" href=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___http:\/\/kings.com\/fanfest___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OmJmZjg6MDJiMTgxODkzZWFlNjVmMWUxYzBjNDJmMmUwNDI1YzdlZjQ1MjhlMjYzYzlkZWI1MjE1MmI1YzRiNGU4NDhkOTpoOkY6Tg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"0\">Kings.com\/FanFest<\/a>. Fans who purchase select lower-level seats for the Kings Home Opener against the Utah Jazz on Friday, October 24, will also receive an exclusive opportunity to sit courtside during Fan Fest.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Festivities will begin at 11:30 a.m. in Downtown Commons (DOCO), where fans can enjoy music, games, photo opportunities, and previews of upcoming Kings theme nights.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Doors to Golden 1 Center will open at 12:30 p.m., offering attendees the chance to meet Slamson and Dunkson, Kings personalities, and NBC Sports California broadcasters. Fans can also take advantage of 50% off discounts on fan-favorite concessions when using\u00a0<a title=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___https:\/\/www.nba.com\/kings\/royaltypass___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OjIzMjU6YzQyZjgyNzlhZWZlOTgwNWQzZThhNWY2Y2E4NDM4YzZkYmVkZTI0YWM3MzQwOGIwNWJiZTZmYjRkZmQ2NWFmZjpoOkY6Tg\" href=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___https:\/\/www.nba.com\/kings\/royaltypass___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OjIzMjU6YzQyZjgyNzlhZWZlOTgwNWQzZThhNWY2Y2E4NDM4YzZkYmVkZTI0YWM3MzQwOGIwNWJiZTZmYjRkZmQ2NWFmZjpoOkY6Tg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"1\">Royalty Pass<\/a>\u00a0\u2013 the Sacramento Kings Loyalty Program \u2013 accessed through the Sacramento Kings app, along with a \u201cStuff Your Bag\u201d promotion on select merchandise.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Attendees will get an up-close look at the recently unveiled<a title=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___https:\/\/kingsteamstore.com\/collections\/2025-26-city-edition-jersey___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OjhjNDY6Yjg2M2EzNTgyMjdmYzQzMzRiZDhjYmY2ZTdlODlkZTQxZGM0MDVjOTQzZDc3ZjkzNWIwMDYxYmZlZDcwMjc3OTpoOkY6Tg\" href=\"https:\/\/protect.checkpoint.com\/v2\/r01\/___https:\/\/kingsteamstore.com\/collections\/2025-26-city-edition-jersey___.YzJ1OmJvbm5ldmlsbGVpbnRlcm5hdGlvbmFsOmM6bzozOWU2Y2QxZTkwNDgzZTE0N2MwMjA1MzkxMTliMTkxODo3OjhjNDY6Yjg2M2EzNTgyMjdmYzQzMzRiZDhjYmY2ZTdlODlkZTQxZGM0MDVjOTQzZDc3ZjkzNWIwMDYxYmZlZDcwMjc3OTpoOkY6Tg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" data-auth=\"NotApplicable\" data-linkindex=\"2\">\u00a02025\u201326 City Edition Uniforms<\/a>\u00a0and the afternoon will culminate with the Kings Open Practice, featuring the introduction of the full roster and coaching staff, along with on-court skills challenges and a special rookie talent show.<\/p>\n<p class=\"x_MsoNormal\">Parking will be available for a $5 flat rate at the DOCO West Parking Garage, located at 325 L Street, with entrances on L Street and 3rd Street.<\/p>\n<p>More Sacramento Kings content from Sactown Sports<\/p>\n<p>The four-game NBA preseason is a valuable time for teams to implement and test new schemes or identities. Minutes are often limited on starters as a preventative measure for injuries, along with allowing their top players to work their way into game shape gradually.<\/p>\n<p>Unfortunately, Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray suffered a right thumb injury that could sideline him for nearly 20 games.<\/p>\n<p>Murray suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his left thumb during the second quarter of Friday\u2019s preseason game in Portland, the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sactownsports.com\/59217\/sacramento-kings-keegan-murray-thumb-4-6\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kings announced Sunday<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Per the team, \u201che will undergo surgery and be re-evaluated in approximately four to six weeks.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s painful timing for the Kings and Murray, who have until October 20th to negotiate an extension. If nothing is agreed upon, the former fourth-overall pick would become a restricted free agent.<\/p>\n<p>Head coach Doug Christie\u2019s job didn\u2019t get any easier either. Murray is Sacramento\u2019s most versatile player, consistently making an impact on both ends of the floor.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sactownsports.com\/59223\/kings-keegan-murray-opportunities-christie\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Kings will \u201cgive guys opportunities\u201d in absence of Keegan Murray<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Upcoming Sacramento Kings schedule for the 2025-26 season<\/p>\n<p>Preseason<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, October 15th\u00a0vs. Los Angeles Clippers \u2013 7 PM PT<br \/>\nFriday, October 17th\u00a0@ Los Angeles Lakers \u2013 7 PM PT<\/p>\n<p>Regular Season<\/p>\n<p>Wednesday, October 22nd\u00a0\u2013 @ Phoenix Suns \u2013 7 PM PT<br \/>\nFriday, October 24th\u00a0\u2013 vs. Utah Jazz \u2013 7 PM PT<br \/>\nSunday, October 26th\u00a0\u2013 vs. Los Angeles Lakers \u2013 6 PM PT<br \/>\nTuesday, October 28th\u00a0\u2013 @ Oklahoma City Thunder \u2013 5 PM PT<br \/>\nWednesday, October 29th\u00a0\u2013 @ Chicago Bulls \u2013 5 PM PT<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Thank you for reading\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sactownsports.com\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SactownSports.com<\/a>. 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