Kings set to keep Christie as coach despite disappointing 22‑win season

Doug Christie is expected to remain head coach of the Sacramento Kings despite a difficult 22‑win campaign, the fourth‑worst record in franchise history. According to The Athletic, the organisation intends to keep him in place through the offseason, reversing expectations that his tenure might end after one full year in charge. Christie replaced Mike Brown in 2024, first as interim coach before earning a three‑year deal and taking over permanently last summer. The front office does not attribute this season’s struggles to his work, instead valuing his development of the younger players on the roster.

Sacramento now face a pivotal offseason, with multiple trade discussions anticipated. No player is considered untouchable as the Kings, hoping for the highest possible Draft pick, are prepared to listen to offers for Zach LaVine, Domantas Sabonis, Malik Monk and DeMar DeRozan. Toronto had explored a Sabonis deal in February, but talks stalled over Sacramento’s reluctance to absorb Jakob Poeltl’s contract.