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Keegan Murray is already one of the greatest basketball players to ever play for the Iowa Hawkeyes. Not that that's saying much, because Iowa doesn't exactly have a rich history on the hardwood, but Murray could be on his way to becoming a legitimate NBA star.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 12

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Explains Major Shift In Mindset

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Kris Murray is trying to forge a consistent role as a member of the Portland Trail Blazers, and he knows what he has to do to achieve that.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 10

Kings' Keegan Murray Shows Lockdown Defense vs. Warriors

With the addition of DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray officially got pushed to the power forward position this year for the Sacramento Kings. Murray hit the weight room to prepare for the season and came into training camp noticeably larger after gaining muscle.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 10

5 Best Iowa Hawkeyes To Ever Play In The NBA

The Iowa Hawkeyes are certainly more known for their football program than anything else, but they do have some history with basketball. Operative word: some.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 9

The Reason Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Is Primed For Massive Leap

Former Iowa Hawkeyes star Keegan Murray is preparing for a pivotal third NBA season with the Sacramento Kings, and Morten Stig Jensen of Forbes envisions big things for the forward.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 8

Kings’ Keegan Murray Reveals Adjustments With DeRozan

The Sacramento Kings added six-time NBA All-Star DeMar DeRozan this offseason, and many fans jumped to ask how the acquisition will affect his new teammates.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 5

Kings Exercise Team Option on Young Star

In a move that surprised no one, the Sacramento Kings this week officially exercised the fourth-year option on forward Keegan Murray. The option is for the 2025-26 season, worth $11.1 million.

Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / October 5

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Bracing For Major Change

Keegan Murray is the highest-drafted NBA player in Iowa Hawkeyes history, as the school's former star was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the fourth overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Rumors / October 3

Kings make decision on former first-round pick

It was a mere formality, since he emerged as a vital part of the team’s core.

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Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 3

Kings F Keegan Murray Preparing for Position Change

With the Sacramento Kings' offseason addition of six-time All-Star wing DeMar DeRozan, many fans wondered how this change would affect rising star Keegan Murray.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / October 1

Kings’ DeRozan Dishes on Keegan Murray’s Development

After the Sacramento Kings acquired six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan this offseason, many fans were worried about how his presence might affect the development of rising star Keegan Murray.

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 1

Five NBA players on the verge of breakout seasons

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 30

Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star Potential NBA Breakout Candidate

The Iowa Hawkeyes are more known for football than anything else, but their basketball program has certainly made strides in recent years. Case in point: Iowa produced Keegan Murray, who was selected by the Sacramento Kings with the fourth overall pick of the 2022 NBA Draft.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / September 29

Domantas Sabonis Reveals Big Expectations for Keegan Murray

The Sacramento Kings missed last season’s playoffs despite finishing with a 46-36 record. Just two years removed from being the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference, the Kings are aiming to make it back to the playoffs once again.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / September 26

Predicting Kings F Keegan Murray's Stat Line for 2024-25 NBA Season

Sacramento Kings forward Keegan Murray capped off an impressive first year by breaking the record for most three-pointers made by a rookie in a season in NBA history.

Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / September 23

Three questions facing Sacramento Kings ahead of 2024-25 season

With DeMar DeRozan joining the squad, here are three questions for the Sacramento Kings.

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Iowa Hawkeyes News / Iowa Hawkeyes on SI / September 19

Analyst Reveals Massive Take For Former Iowa Hawkeyes Star

Primarily known as a football school, the Iowa Hawkeyes don't put a whole lot of players in the NBA. However, one former Iowa standout could be on the path to professional basketball stardom.

NBA News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / September 17

Blazers News: Kris Murray Making Big Change for 2024 Season

The Portland Trail Blazers are heading into the 2024-25 season with low expectations. They are projected to be near the bottom of the standings. While the team is filled with young talent, its chances of making a significant impact this season seem slim.

Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / September 5

Three reasons why Sacramento Kings should be much improved

After a disappointing 46-36 season in which they finished ninth in the Western Conference and out of the playoffs, the Sacramento Kings have made significant steps to return to the postseason.

DeMar DeRozan Was ‘Hurt’ By Kawhi Leonard Trade With Spurs

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Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / June 1

Extending Mike Brown was a no-brainer for the Kings

The Sacramento Kings have agreed terms on a contract extension with Mike Brown, and it was a no-brainer move for the franchise.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / April 17

Keegan Murray, Kings KO Warriors, advance in play-in

Keegan Murray sank eight 3-pointers and finished with 32 points and nine rebounds as the Sacramento Kings remained alive with a convincing 118-94 victory over the visiting Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Analysis Network / February 1

Keegan Murray Providing Kings With Lockdown Defense

For years, the thing that has been holding the Sacramento Kings back more than anything has been their performance defensively. Even with snapping their lengthy playoff drought last season, it was their defense that was ultimately their undoing.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

Keegan Murray Is a Star in the Making for the Sacramento Kings

The Sacramento Kings have had their fair share of ups and downs this season. There have been times when they’ve looked like legitimate title contenders building on the momentum of their breakout year last season.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA Analysis Network / December 17

Keegan Murray’s Career-High 47 Points Leads Kings To Victory vs. Jazz

Keegan Murray dazzled with a career-high 47 points, including an astonishing 12 3-pointers, just two shy of the NBA record, leading the Sacramento Kings to a dominant 125-104 win over the Utah Jazz on Saturday night.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / December 17

Keegan Murray knocks down 11 straight 3’s in record-breaking performance

Keegan Murray scored a career-high 47 points, and hit 11 three-pointers in a row, as the Kings defeated the Jazz 125-104 in Saturday night’s game. Murray ended the night shooting 12-of-15 from behind the arc, and actually broke the Kings’ franchise 3-PT FG record in just three quarters of play.