What The Sacramento Kings Must Do To Gain NBA Relevance
By Dan Fappiano
Mar 16, 2015; Sacramento, CA, USA; Sacramento Kings head coach George Karl looks on during the fourth quarter of the game against the Atlanta Hawks at Sleep Train Arena. The Atlanta Hawks defeated the Sacramento Kings 110-103. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-USA TODAY Sports
The Future
2015-present: George Karl: 19 games, 8-11, .421 winning percentage
After much debate, George Karl was hired by the Kings in February 2015. Much speculation and debate centered around whether or not Karl would be a good fit with the Kings. At the beginning of talks, word came out from Cousin’s camp that they were opposed to the signing. All of that was smoothed out apparently and Karl was brought in as the King’s new head coach.
While the rest of this season is pretty much a wash, the 2015 season will be the true test for Karl, to see if he can succeed with the Kings. Karl last coached for the Nuggets, and was fired just one year after winning Coach of the Year.
Whoever the Kings decide to have as their coach, whether they stick with Karl or go with someone new after the 2015 season, one thing remains — they must find a coach who provides stability along with results. All of the previous coaches listed, did not have a winning percentage over .500, and as a result, were not in town for more than three years. The Kings must find a coach capable of bringing wins to Sacramento, and a coach they can commit to long term.
Overall, if the Kings add a “cant miss” prospect, a “marquee” free agent, and bring in a stable winning coach, Sacramento will be a contender earlier than most people think.