The season has been strange for many Sacramento Kings fans. The team was supposed to turn an impressive postseason appearance last season into a contention window that will see them compete in a crowded Western Conference with their unique blend of talent and tactics.
However, things quickly unraveled in the middle of the season. They fired Mike Brown after a rough patch of form, and the decision eventually became a tell-tale sign that the team was moving elsewhere with their plans. The rebuild was assured after trading De’Aaron Fox to the San Antonio Spurs at the trade deadline.
The uncertainty surrounding the Kings’ future leaves the fans with little to no clue on how the franchise will turn things around and return to its previous status as contenders.
The Kings, in an attempt to quell the question marks surrounding the franchise, announced changes that will radically change how they will operate in the coming season.
Scott Perry is named the new Sacramento Kings GM
Respected basketball insider Shams Charania revealed that the Kings will be moving forward with Scott Perry after agreeing to part ways with Monte McNair.
Perry isn’t a name many basketball fans are familiar with, but Basketnews.com detailed an impressive career that spans two decades across the league:
Perry, who started his executive career in 2000 with the Detroit Pistons, spent three months with the Kings in 2017 before leaving for the New York Knicks. He also worked in other front office roles with the Orlando Magic and the then-Seattle SuperSonics.
Perry’s wealth of experience will help put the Kings in a new direction they badly need.
Doug Christie may become the permanent Mike Brown replacement
As the Sacramento Kings finally find a new direction with their roster-building strategies, the next big question lies with the head-coaching gig.
There’s still no clear person who can take charge for a rebuilding roster, but another Basketnews.com piece reveals that Doug Christie may have done enough with his stint as interim head coach to lead the roster next season:
Team officials are reportedly viewing him as a strong candidate to continue as head coach heading into next season.
According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, newly appointed general manager Scott Perry will play a key role in the final decision. However, team sources say Christie is currently well-positioned to retain the role.
Christie did reasonably well in his first season as the Kings’ primary tactician. He finished the year with a 27-24 record. Should he get the nod of approval from Scott, it wouldn’t be strange to see him on the sidelines next season.
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