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(Jason) Thompson on his third NBA season: “Every year I look at it as trying to have high expectations. I just think last year that I didn’t have the opportunity that I thought I would have coming into the season. Not saying that as an excuse or anything like that. But I just know I learned different things, knowing that you could control only what you could control. I was happy that even though that there were bumpy times in the season, I know that I felt like I took it in the right matter – didn’t put my head down or anything like that. And then I finished on a good note.” Cowbellkingdom.com

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On the emotional last home game at ARCO: “The fans still stayed after. They were cheering and I was just like ‘man I can’t go out like this.’ So after I showered and stuff, just came out and gave my respect. And who knew if that was the last time I could see Kings fans in this arena. You know, i f you can’t take 10, 15, 20 minutes out of your time, especially since that was the last game of the season to give your respects, then you really don’t have a respect for the game or the fans.” Cowbellkingdom.com

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Dubi Pick: Sources keep revealing NBA names likely to join Macc Haifa. After Turiaf & Amundson, big man @Jason Thompson (Jason Thompson) may be coming to ISR Twitter

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The Sacramento Kings announced on Thursday that forward Jason Thompson has suffered a bone fracture in his right big toe that will keep him off the court for at least a month. X-rays taken (Wednesday) at the UC Davis Sports Medicine Clinic revealed that Sacramento Kings’ forward Jason Thompson has a non-displaced sesamoid bone fracture in his right great toe. He will wear a walking boot for approximately four to six weeks, at which time Thompson will be re-evaluated. CBSSports.com

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Jimmy Spencer: “If it was up to me, I would want to be here and the team obviously wants to be here as well.” - Kings forward Jason Thompson Twitter

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Last spring, the 6-foot-11 Thompson envisioned many years as one of the Kings' core players. Now, he's not so sure. "You never know (what the future holds)," Thompson said. "You always want to have that storybook ending where you spent 10-plus years with the team that drafted you and it ends with more success. It's not like that all the time. "For me, it's going to be an interesting off-season. I'm looking forward to the exit meetings (after the finale) to see what direction they're going to go." phillyburbs.com

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Adding to the uncertainty is that the Kings might move to Anaheim. Management wants a new arena in Sacramento and for the public to fund the majority of the cost, which is unlikely to happen. "(Leaving) would be devastating to people in Sacramento," Thompson said. "(Going to Anaheim) would be another transition. Who knows what happens with that?" phillyburbs.com

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The tension has been palpable in California's Capital City, where even the highest-ranking team officials are unsure what might happen in the coming weeks. Numerous sources who have spoken to the Maloofs recently have been told that it was far from certain that the team would remain in Sacramento for next season and that relocating was certainly being considered. On Saturday night, Kings forward Jason Thompson tweeted about a possible move to Anaheim but the tweet was removed quickly thereafter. FanHouse.com

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Landry overslept Saturday morning and missed most of the Kings' shootaround. Thompson starting made for the Kings' sixth different starting lineup this season. And though Thompson has excelled at times off the bench, Landry checked in with 4:37 left in the first quarter. Though Landry has excelled as a reserve in his career, bringing Landry off the bench isn't something Kings coach Paul Westphal figures to do on a regular basis. "I like Carl on the floor a lot," Westphal said." I like him in the starting lineup. It's an opportunity (Saturday) because of a bad alarm clock to see what this looks like." Sacramento Bee

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Recent Weekend Dimes have listed Sacramento's Jason Thompson and Chicago's James Johnson as young power forwards who've been made available via trade by the teams that made them recent first-round picks. Another name to add to that group, according to NBA front-office sources, is Golden State's Brandan Wright, who simply hasn't been able to produce (or stay healthy) consistently for the Warriors despite his intriguing length and athleticism. ESPN.com

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There have been some rumors of the Kings trading Jason Thompson—one rumor for Atlanta’s Jeff Teague—as Thompson’s playing time has declined this season. One reason they postulate around the Kings for Thompson’s decline to averaging 5.4 points, less than half his career average, is his size 20 feet hamper his balance and footwork and lead to missed layups. Yes, he had those same size feet before when he was playing well, though this may also explain Will Perdue’s offensive problems. NBA.com

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Geoff Petrie, who tried to pry Darren Collison from New Orleans before the former UCLA star was traded to Indiana, more recently inquired about Atlanta Hawks backup Jeff Teague, with Thompson reportedly part of the conversation. "It's the NBA," Thompson said after Tuesday's practice, in a matter-of-fact manner. "It's a business. It's kind of good when your name is floated out there. It means you're well -known, you're wanted. The story book is me ending my career here and winning some division titles and getting to the playoffs. But the book isn't finished yet, so you never know." Sacramento Bee

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"Nothing good comes when you're negative or unhappy in your situation," he added, nodding. "You never know." Sacramento Bee

Sacramento Kings, Jason Thompson, Geoff Petrie 

A superbly conditioned athlete at 6-foot-11 and 250 pounds, Thompson, 24, envisions himself as an emerging star in the chiseled mold of Karl Malone. Thompson's long-term goal is to lead the league in rebounding, and secondarily, to establish himself as a consistent interior scorer. His more immediate plan is reclaiming his lost playing time, and if that means earning minutes at small forward? He'll swallow hard. He'll be the good soldier. He'll try to earn minutes at small forward. Some within the organization have long maintained that Thompson is better suited away from the basket, relying more on face-up jumpers than power moves. Sacramento Bee

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"I think Jason should use the backboard more often," said the Kings' second-year coach. "I think he's better off shooting one-legged layups instead of gathering with his feet too close together. That's an area (finishing) that he needs to improve on. We work with him on it, but it's hard to change your habits." Sacramento Bee

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Thompson said the talk hasn't affected him. He has been the subject of speculation after falling on the depth chart to the point he's being used as a small forward and not his natural power forward spot. This season, he's averaging 15.6 minutes, well off last season's 31.4. Thompson is taking the talk in stride. "Until I hear it from Geoff, coach or guys who are reliable about the situation, it's just guessing or hearsay," he said. Sacramento Bee

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Thompson said he relies on Petrie or his agent, Leon Rose, to keep him abreast of the situation. Thompson said he has heard nothing from Petrie about possibly being dealt. "I can only control what I can control," Thompson said. "I'm just trying to get better in whatever situation I'm in, and hopefully, it's here." Sacramento Bee

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Jason Thompson: Everything happens for a reason. Some you cant explain. Pray, strive and overcome! Yessir Twitter

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Thompson is averaging just 15.4 minutes per game off the bench and has been shopped by the Kings, who according to one source with knowledge of the talks offered the 6- 11, 250-pounder to Atlanta in a deal featuring young point guard Jeff Teague. The Hawks declined. ESPN.com

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Kings hoops prez Geoff Petrie on Jason Thompson: “We’re not having any trade discussions regarding him.” Twitter

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