The Sacramento Kings spent the entirety of the last decade in the NBA basement. Not only has the franchise been underwhelming on the court, but the leadership and direction of the front office have been under constant scrutiny as well.
Last season the Kings made huge strides, finishing with their best record in 13 years as their young and talented players progressed towards their potential. The team addressed most of their needs in the offseason through free agency, and is set for a year of expectations on the court.
Not surprisingly, the national media has yet to notice.