Rudy Gay remains focused on Kings amid rumors of trade to Miami: In his first year as the Kings’ coach, the last thing Dave Joerger wants to address daily are questions concerning player movement – particularly trade rumors. But the NBA is a business of change, and Kings forward Rudy Gay has been discussed as a trade piece for a franchise trying to get better, specifically halting an 10-year playoff drought. ... The Kings waived swingman Lamar Patterson, who averaged 5.8 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.0 steals in four preseason games. The team must make two more roster cuts before the opener. -- The Sacramento Bee

Kings have full week to work on noticeable disconnect: For a final preseason game, Tuesday’s 92-89 Sacramento Kings loss to the Los Angeles Clippers had plenty of drama. Two teams that hate each other? Check. The return of a Ty Lawson after a bumpy weekend? Check. A trade rumor? CHECK. The Kings have a week to prepare for their season opener on the road in Phoenix, and they have some major ground to cover. It’s a work in progress that will take something the Kings seldom have, patience. -- CSN California