Sacramento will extend its playoff drought to 15 seasons this year, and rumors are aflutter about the status of Luke Walton. The Kings had the worst defense in league history this year (though not relative to league average), and their inability to execute in high-pressure situations has to partially fall on the coaching staff.
This organization is no stranger to moving on from head coaches. In Vivek Ranadivé’s tenure, the Kings have had five already: Mike Malone, Ty Corbin, George Karl, Dave Joerger, and Walton. It wouldn’t be out of character for the team to pin its problems on the head coach.