Raynaud logged 18 points (5-8 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 6-8 FT), 10 rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes during the Kings' 123-113 loss to the Hawks on Saturday.
Raynaud scored seven of his 18 points in the first quarter and finished as the Kings' second-leading scorer behind DeMar DeRozan (22 points) while posting his 17th double-double of the season. It was the fourth time this season that Raynaud connected on at least two threes, with three of those games occurring within his last six outings. The rookie second-rounder has averaged 18.2 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 0.8 blocks over 33.1 minutes per game since March 1. Raynaud is establishing himself as a long-term piece for the Kings, which might give the franchise something to think about when it comes to the future of Domantas Sabonis (knee).
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Leaves mark at both ends
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Raynaud notched 10 points (4-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and three steals in 39 minutes during Thursday's 121-117 loss to the Magic.
The rookie out of Stanford took a step back from his recent performances, and this was his lowest scoring output over his last five appearances. The big man is firmly entrenched as a starter since Domantas Sabonis (knee) is out for the season, and he's making the most of the opportunity. He has scored in double digits in all but two of his 18 games since the All-Star break while posting seven double-doubles in that span.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Stays hot in win
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Raynaud notched 22 points (10-13 FG, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday's 126-122 victory over the Nets.
Raynaud kept his foot on the gas pedal, scoring at least 22 points for a third consecutive game. With fellow rookie big man Dylan Cardwell still working his way back from a recent 11-game layoff due to a left ankle sprain, Raynaud is gaining a strong hold on the top center role. Raynaud has averaged 20.4 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.4 blocks over 33.6 minutes per tilt in his last eight games, shooting 60.2 percent from the field during this span.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Fires up 30 points Thursday
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Raynaud finished with 30 points (11-17 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block over 36 minutes during Thursday's 139-118 loss to Philadelphia.
The 2025 second-round pick poured in 30-plus points for a second straight game, as Raynaud continues to impress in a Kings frontcourt gutted by injuries. Over 15 contests since the All-Star break, the rookie center is averaging 17.7 points, 9.3 boards, 2.1 assists and 0.8 blocks, and he's even started to make a splash as a stretch big, going 5-for-9 from three-point range during his two-game heater. His last trey prior to that came back on Feb. 1.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Sets new career high in scoring
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Raynaud finished with 32 points (13-25 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 41 minutes during Tuesday's 132-104 loss to the Spurs.
As has been the case lately, Raynaud was one of the lone bright spots for Sacramento in a blowout loss. The rookie shot with efficiency on the offensive end and fell just one board shy of his fifth double-double of the month. Raynaud's 32-point night marks a new career high, which beats his previous best of 29 points set Dec. 18 against Portland.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Records double-double in victory
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Raynaud finished with 18 points (8-15 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 114-109 victory over the Pacers.
Raynaud took advantage of Indiana's shorthanded frontcourt and logged his fourth double-double in five games. He's played elite ball this month, averaging 18.4 points, 10.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists in March.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Records double-double in victory
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Raynaud supplied 26 points (10-20 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Sunday's 126-110 win over the Bulls.
Raynaud recorded his 14th double-double of the season during the win. The rookie's excellent play under the basket has heightened trade rumors swirling around Domantas Sabonis (knee), who may have played his last game with the Kings. Wth Precious Achiuwa assuming a larger role during Keegan Murray's (ankle) absence, Drew Eubanks is currently Raynaud's only competition until Dylan Cardwell (ankle) is cleared to suit up.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Leads team with double-double
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Raynaud produced 22 points (10-12 FG, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 36 minutes during Tuesday's 114-103 loss to Phoenix.
Raynaud delivered a second consecutive double-double during the loss. Although Raynaud's excellent play has made Domantas Sabonis (knee) expendable as the team looks to next season, Sabonis' injury and season-ending surgery could make him a very difficult trade option. The team was close to a deal with the Raptors to send Sabonis packing, but options like that will be difficult to find. His tradeabilty will decide Raynaud's fantasy viability for the 2026-27 campaign, but he's locked in as the go-to center as the season comes to a close.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Double-double in loss to Lakers
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Raynaud had 16 points (8-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 13 rebounds and one assist across 34 minutes during Sunday's 128-104 loss to the Lakers.
The rookie center delivered his 12th double-double of the season, with five of them coming in the last eight games. Over that stretch, Raynaud is averaging 15.0 points, 11.1 boards and 1.8 assists in 31.6 minutes, and his spot in the starting five seems secure with the Kings focused on improving their draft lottery odds and Domantas Sabonis (knee) done for the season.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Settling into starting role
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Raynaud chipped in 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 128-97 loss to the Rockets.
With Dylan Cardwell (ankle) likely out for another several weeks, Raynaud is holding down the No. 1 center spot for the Kings. Raynuad has started eight consecutive games, averaging 13.5 points, 10.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 29.5 minutes per contest while shooting 56.1 percent from the field.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Rolls to career night
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Raynaud produced 21 points (8-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 19 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 38 minutes during Monday's 120-94 loss to the Pelicans.
Raynaud was one of the lone bright spots for the Kings in a blowout loss, as he posted his best scoring night since Dec. 18 while logging just his second double-double since Jan. 1. The big man took full advantage of the absence of Domantas Sabonis (back), with Raynaud's 38 minutes being a career high. He's been heavily involved recently even when Sabonis has been on the court, so look for Sacramento to continue prioritizing the young center's development heading into the All-Star break and beyond.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Chips in 12 points in loss
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Raynaud produced 12 points (6-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt), five rebounds, one assist and two steals across 26 minutes during Friday's 114-111 loss to the Clippers.
Making his third start in the last four games while Domantas Sabonis (back) struggles to stay healthy, Raynaud ended up being the only Sacramento starter to score in double digits. The rookie center has scored in double digits in all three of those recent starts, and during 26 games as part of the starting five this season he's averaging 11.3 points, 8.2 boards, 1.3 assists and 1.1 combined blocks and steals in 27.5 minutes while shooting 56.6 percent from the floor.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Adds 14 points in defeat
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Raynaud closed with 14 points (6-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal across 27 minutes during Sunday's 116-112 loss to the Wizards.
The rookie second-rounder got the starting nod for a second consecutive contest due to Domantas Sabonis (back) being sidelined. Raynaud was effective in the first unit, finishing as Sacramento's third-leading scorer while matching the team-high mark in rebounds. The Stanford product should continue to see consistent burn off the bench whenever Sabonis is available, and the former is a viable streaming option when he joins the starting five.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Won't start Sunday
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Raynaud won't start against the Pistons on Sunday, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports.
Domantas Sabonis will return to the starting five Sunday, pushing Raynaud to the second unit for the first time since Dec. 3. The rookie second-rounder has averaged 7.5 points and 3.7 rebounds in 15.9 minutes per game across 14 outings off the bench so far this season.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Flirts with double-double in win
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Raynaud registered 12 points (6-10 FG), nine rebounds and one assist in 20 minutes during Sunday's 111-98 win over the Rockets.
Raynaud came achingly close to snapping a four-game double-double drought during the decisive win. He recorded double-digit shot attempts for the first time in two weeks, and while his rebound totals have been good, the scoring gap left by Domantas Sabonis (knee) is still a glaring deficiency in the Kings' frontcourt.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Nets 14 points on seven shots
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Raynaud accumulated 14 points (6-7 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal over 35 minutes before fouling out of Tuesday's 100-98 loss to the Mavericks.
With just one missed field-goal attempt on the evening, Raynaud finished with a pristine true shooting percentage of 88.8. He's been playing well as a starter in Sacramento, posting averages of 13.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.3 assists per contest, and he should continue to see quality minutes as long as Domantas Sabonis (knee) is sidelined.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Helped to locker room Friday
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Raynaud exited to the locker room in the fourth quarter of Friday's game against the Suns due to an apparent left knee injury, Chris Biderman of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Raynaud grabbed at his left knee before limping to the locker room with 4:19 remaining in the final quarter. The big man required assistance getting to the back, so it appears unlikely he'll return in the final minutes of the fourth.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Continues strong work under basket
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Raynaud fouled out of Sunday's 125-124 overtime win over Houston after recording 12 points (6-12 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 14 rebounds and one steal across 37 minutes.
Raynaud was effective once again as the Kings' replacement at center with his third consecutive double-double. The streak may be enough to give him the backup job for good, as Drew Eubanks (thumb) and Precious Achiuwa have failed to meet expectations as fill-in candidates for Domantas Sabonis (knee). Those in need of center assistance should consider Raynaud, who will likely continue to post decent numbers over the next month while Sabonis remains sidelined.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Records double-double in loss
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Raynaud accumulated 17 points (7-13 FG, 3-4 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 30 minutes during Saturday's 98-93 loss to Portland.
Raynaud is one of many big men who have tried to fill Domantas Sabonis' (knee) shoes, and one could argue that the 2025 second-round pick has been the most effective player to attempt the task. With Drew Eubanks (thumb) out until January and Precious Achiuwa failing to show consistency, the door is wide open for Raynaud to make a sizeable impact. The Stanford product should yield some short-term value in deeper leagues for those who need help at center.
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Kings' Maxime Raynaud: Notches best game of career
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Raynaud chipped in 29 points (10-20 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 8-9 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Thursday's 134-133 overtime loss to Portland.
The rookie has a new career high in scoring following the overtime loss to Portland. Raynaud's 11 rebounds also tied his best performance on the glass this year. The Stanford product is seeing increased run while Domantas Sabonis works his way back from a meniscus tear. In December, Raynaud is averaging 17.0 points and 8.3 rebounds in 30.1 minutes per game. While Sabonis could return to the court soon, Raynaud is making the case to continue receiving ample playing time.
