Since the Sacramento Kings’ playoff drought began in 2007, there have been numerous reasons why the team has been unable make it back to the postseason. Obviously it is very hard to make the playoffs in the ever competitive Western Conference, but it is also tough to not lose a large amount of games in the Pacific Division.
For 16 games, 20% of the season, the Kings are forced to contend with the Warriors, Lakers, Suns, and Clippers. All of these teams are likely to make the playoffs this season, and a couple of the teams are already being considered contenders to win the NBA Finals.