Doug Christie Expected to Stay as Kings Head Coach After Play-In Loss

Following the Sacramento Kings' elimination from the NBA Play-In Tournament with a loss to the Dallas Mavericks, interim head coach Doug Christie has expressed a strong desire to remain in his position despite not having received any assurances from management. Christie, who took over after the firing of Mike Brown mid-season, led the Kings to a 27-24 record but the team struggled down the stretch and ultimately missed the playoffs. The franchise has since parted ways with general manager Monte McNair and is finalizing the hiring of Scott Perry, who is expected to have significant influence over the head coaching decision. Players, including Zach LaVine, have praised Christie for keeping the team together through a tumultuous season. While Christie is reportedly well-positioned to keep the job, the final decision will likely rest with the incoming general manager.