Doug Christie has been named the new head coach of the Sacramento Kings, officially confirmed by the franchise. This move, widely anticipated after the end of the Kings' season, comes as Christie aims to leverage his history with the team—being a fan favorite and having served as an interim coach. In his interim tenure, the Kings showed improvement, finishing with a 27-24 record under Christie. However, the Kings struggled defensively, particularly after trading De'Aaron Fox for Zach LaVine. The future of the franchise hinges on how well Christie can maximize the potential of its core players, including Domantas Sabonis and LaVine, amidst questions about their effectiveness together on the court. Kings' new general manager Scott Perry is tasked with providing a clear vision for the team moving forward and supporting Christie in fostering a competitive environment.