Last Updated on December 24, 2024 by Mathew Diekhake

Here’s a list of Sacramento Kings Legends, celebrating players and contributors who have left a lasting impact on the franchise throughout its history, from its early days as the Rochester Royals to its current identity as the Sacramento Kings.

Oscar Robertson (“The Big O”)

  • Position: Point Guard
  • Years Played: 1960–1970 (Cincinnati Royals)
  • Achievements:
    • 12× NBA All-Star (10× with Royals)
    • NBA MVP (1964)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1980)
    • First player to average a triple-double in a season (1961–62).
  • One of the greatest players in NBA history, Robertson’s all-around game set the standard for modern point guards.

Mitch Richmond

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 1991–1998 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 6× NBA All-Star (with Kings)
    • 5× All-NBA Team
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2014)
    • Known as “The Rock,” Richmond was the Kings’ premier scorer in the 1990s.
  • Richmond remains one of the most beloved Kings players for his consistency and offensive dominance.

Chris Webber

  • Position: Power Forward
  • Years Played: 1998–2005 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 5× NBA All-Star (4× with Kings)
    • 5× All-NBA Team
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2021)
    • Led the Kings to multiple deep playoff runs, including the Western Conference Finals in 2002.
  • Webber was the cornerstone of the Kings’ most successful era and one of the most versatile big men in NBA history.

Peja Stojaković

  • Position: Small Forward
  • Years Played: 1998–2006 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 3× NBA All-Star
    • NBA Three-Point Contest Champion (2002, 2003)
    • One of the best sharpshooters of his generation, Peja was a key piece of the Kings’ high-powered offense in the early 2000s.

Vlade Divac

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 1998–2004 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • NBA All-Star (2001)
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (2019)
    • Known for his passing and leadership, Divac was a key player and leader during the Kings’ golden years.
  • Divac’s impact extended beyond the court as a cultural ambassador for the franchise.

Mike Bibby

  • Position: Point Guard
  • Years Played: 2001–2008 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • Key playmaker for the Kings during their playoff runs in the early 2000s.
    • Known for clutch shooting, including his game-winning performance in the 2002 Western Conference Finals.
  • Bibby’s court vision and scoring made him one of the Kings’ all-time fan favorites.

Doug Christie

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 2000–2005 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • NBA All-Defensive Team (4×)
    • Known for his defensive prowess and versatility, Christie was a vital part of the Kings’ success in the early 2000s.
  • Christie’s intensity and ability to guard multiple positions were crucial during the team’s playoff runs.

DeMarcus Cousins

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 2010–2017 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 4× NBA All-Star (with Kings)
    • 2× All-NBA Team
    • Franchise leader in several statistical categories, including points and rebounds per game.
  • Cousins was one of the most dominant offensive big men during his time in Sacramento.

Jack Twyman

  • Position: Small Forward
  • Years Played: 1955–1966 (Rochester/Cincinnati Royals)
  • Achievements:
    • 6× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1983)
    • First player in NBA history to average over 30 points per game in a season (1959–60).
  • Twyman was a prolific scorer and one of the franchise’s early stars.

Tiny Archibald

  • Position: Point Guard
  • Years Played: 1970–1976 (Cincinnati/Kansas City-Omaha Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 6× NBA All-Star (3× with Kings)
    • NBA Scoring and Assists Leader (1972–73, the only player to lead in both categories in a single season).
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1991)
  • Archibald’s quickness and playmaking were unmatched during his era.

Kevin Martin

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 2004–2010 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • Known for his efficient scoring and shooting, Martin was one of the league’s most underrated scorers during his time in Sacramento.

Reggie Theus

  • Position: Shooting Guard
  • Years Played: 1984–1988 (Kings)
  • Achievements:
    • 2× NBA All-Star (with Chicago, before joining Kings)
    • Known for his scoring and charisma, Theus was one of the Kings’ brightest stars in the 1980s.

Oscar Schmidt (Honorary Legend)

  • Achievements:
    • Though he never played in the NBA, Schmidt was drafted by the Kings in 1984 and is widely regarded as one of the greatest international players of all time.

Wayne Embry

  • Position: Center
  • Years Played: 1958–1966 (Royals)
  • Achievements:
    • 5× NBA All-Star
    • Hall of Fame Inductee (1999, as a contributor)
  • Embry was a dominant presence in the paint and one of the franchise’s key players in the 1960s.

Coach Legends:

  • Rick Adelman: Coached the Kings during their golden era (1998–2006), leading the team to multiple deep playoff runs.
  • Phil Johnson: Named NBA Coach of the Year in 1975 with the Kings.

These players and contributors have defined the Kings’ legacy, from their championship days as the Rochester Royals to their modern successes.