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Kings GM plans to make coaching decision within week

New Kings general manager Scott Perry told reporters during his introductory press conference on Wednesday that he intends to make a decision on the team’s head coaching situation within the next week, per Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee (Twitter link).

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New Kings GM mulling whether to retain Doug Christie

New Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry said Wednesday that he will decide on the fate of interim head coach Doug Christie hopefully within the week.

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Doug Christie News / Hoops Wire / April 23

Kings GM Scott Perry Still Deciding On Whether To Keep Interim Coach Doug Christie

Sacramento Kings general manager Scott Perry just got the job and will now decide if interim coach Doug Christie will be keeping his. Per NBA insider Chris

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / April 18

6x All-Star’s Future with Kings Clouded in Uncertainty

The mid-season coaching change, swapping out Mike Brown for Doug Christie, didn’t pan out like the Sacramento Kings had hoped. That’s not to say that Christie didn’t do enough to extend his stay as the team’s head coach.

Sacramento Kings News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Report: Kings may have favorite for their head-coaching job

The Sacramento Kings may have a favorite already for their head-coaching job.

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Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 17

Report: Doug Christie ‘Well-Positioned’ To Remain Kings Coach

According to NBA insider Sam Amick of The Athletic, Doug Christie is “well-positioned” to remain the head coach of the Sacramento Kings. The Kings fired Mike Brown after 31 games this season and named Christie the interim head coach.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / April 17

The Kings Have A Doug Christie Decision On Their Hands

It was a feel good story once Doug Christie became the interim head coach of the Sacramento Kings. The 54-year-old was a vital part of the team as a player in the early 2000s, including in 2002, when they fell one win shy of reaching the NBA Finals.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / April 17

Doug Christie Opens Up About Kings' Future After Play-In Loss to Mavericks

The Sacramento Kings had a crucial win-or-go-home Play-In game on Wednesday night against the Dallas Mavericks as they hoped to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Sacramento Kings News / Hoops Wire / April 16

Kings GM Monte McNair, Coach Doug Christie Face Uncertain Futures Ahead of Play-In Game

Sacramento Kings general manager Monte McNair is entering a pivotal stretch as the team prepares for the NBA play-in tournament, with his future in question, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto.

Sacramento Kings News / NBA on ClutchPoints / April 7

Kings hit with brutal Malik Monk news amid play-in push

The Sacramento Kings are playing the Detroit Pistons on the road Monday night, as Doug Christie’s team looks to strengthen their chances of clinching a berth in the NBA Play-in Tournament.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 5

Kings Coach's Honest Statement After Snapping 3-Game Losing Streak

The Sacramento Kings have been in a dreadful cold streak recently, but finally snapped out of it against one of the league's worst teams. After suffering their worst loss of the season against the Washington Wizards, the Kings were able to take down the Charlotte Hornets, but the loss to the 15th-place Wizards still haunts many.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / April 2

ESPN Predicts the Sacramento Kings' Next Head Coach

The Sacramento Kings have a prominent dilemma heading into the 2025 offseason. On December 27, 2024, the Kings fired head coach Mike Brown and promoted assistant Doug Christie to interim head coach, and the former Sacramento standout guard has remained in that role ever since.

Sacramento Kings News / Last Word On Sports / March 30

Good Vibes After Doug Christie’s Start With Kings Are Long Gone

It was just two days after Christmas when the Sacramento Kings decided to part ways with head coach Mike Brown. It was just two seasons prior in 2022-23 where he was named Coach of the Year unanimously for ending the Kings 16-year playoff drought.

Sacramento Kings News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Doug Christie Reveals Reason Behind Key Malik Monk Decision During Kings-Trail Blazers

The Sacramento Kings have faced a tumultuous 2024-2025 NBA season, currently holding a 36-37 record, placing them No.9 in the Western Conference. This position keeps them in contention for the Play-In Tournament, with hopes of securing a playoff berth.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 26

Doug Christie Sends Clear Message After Kings' Recent Loss to Thunder

The Sacramento Kings are navigating a challenging 2024-2025 NBA season, currently holding a 35-37 record, placing them No. 9 in the Western Conference.

Sacramento Kings News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 23

Doug Christie Gets Honest About the Kings' Consistency Concerns

The Sacramento Kings started strong and took a 12-point lead into halftime against the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday night. Unfortunately for the Kings,

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 21

Doug Christie's Blunt One-Word Statement After Kings vs Bulls

The Sacramento Kings suffered a devastating loss to the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night, getting taken down 128-116 on their home court. After hitting 11 three-pointers and scoring 39 points in the first quarter, the Kings cooled down and made just four shots from deep the rest of the game.

NBA News / Sacramento Kings on SI / March 15

Kings' Doug Christie Sends Message to Team After Blowout Loss to Suns

At the beginning of the telecast for Friday night’s game against the Phoenix Suns, analyst Kayte Christensen presented “Kayte’s Keys” for a Sacramento Kings victory.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / March 11

Doug Christie's Candid Statement on Knicks' 3-Point Barrage Against Kings

The Sacramento Kings have faced a rollercoaster season in 2024-2025, marked by significant changes and challenges. After parting ways with head coach Mike Brown early in the season, the Kings turned to Doug Christie as interim head coach.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / February 22

Kings interim HC took drastic action after 'unacceptable' loss

The Kings‘ post-All-Star push for a playoff spot got off to a rocky start on Friday, as they lost at home by 24 points to Golden State.

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Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / January 23

Kings coach makes history just 12 games into job

The Kings are not just winning under interim coach Doug Christie, they're routinely pulling off come-from-behind victories. Enough so that the coach has now put himself in the record books just 12 games into his tenure.

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