The 2025-26 NBA season was announced on Thursday, and Sacramento Kings fans quickly got to work picking it apart and making predictions for the road ahead. Do they have a chance in a crowded Western Conference? Will the addition of Dennis Schroder be enough? When should people hit the panic button? These questions were all asked right away.
And while there is definitely cause for concern about the team, especially with their mixed bag of a start, there are some reasons to be optimistic about Sacramento's chances. Particularly, it's important to look toward the end of the season, when the Kings may be fighting for their spot in the Play-In Tournament.