Luke Walton returning for 3rd season in Sacramento.
from nbcsports.com:
Kings coach Luke Walton was "very confident " when he spoke to the Sacramento media over the weekend about his job security.
We now know why.
According to a league source, Walton will return as coach of the Kings for a third season after finishing the 2020-21 campaign strong with a 9-7 record over the final 16 games, despite illness and injuries to most of his rotation.
The source confirmed that Walton’s relationship with general manager Monte McNair and his front office was a big reason for Walton getting another season to turn things around for a franchise that has now missed the NBA Playoffs for 15 consecutive years.
Walton told NBC Sports California on Monday that he looks forward to helping the Kings end that drought.
“I appreciate my working relationship with Monte, and I am excited to continue on this journey," Walton told NBC Sports California. "I understand that every aspect of our team must be better, and this offseason is the time to take that next step.”
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