There's something different about the Kings this April.
It's stability.
Cynics might point out the most stable aspect of the Kings is their losing ways, which continued with a 27-55 season. But solidifying their leadership could send them in the right direction. And it seems that's where they're headed.
There's no talk of a coaching change, so players will hear the same voice for the third consecutive season, a rare occurrence for the franchise in this decade. The Kings' last coach to stick around more than two seasons was Paul Westphal, who was fired seven games into the lockout-shortened 2011-12 season.