In a surprising turn of events, the Sacramento Kings and general manager Monte McNair have amicably decided to part ways, as reported by sources to ESPN. McNair, who spent five seasons at the helm, had notably led the Kings to three consecutive seasons of 40 or more wins, a significant improvement for a franchise that had struggled to find sustained success for over a decade. His tenure peaked in 2023 when he was named NBA executive of the year after steering Sacramento to a 48-34 record and a long-awaited playoff berth, breaking a 16-year postseason drought.
The Kings' recent performance under McNair's leadership saw a marked improvement in their win percentage, elevating the team from one of the worst in the league to a more competitive position. However, McNair's departure comes on the heels of assistant GM Wes Wilcox's exit to pursue a new opportunity as the general manager of the University of Utah's men's basketball team. These changes in the front office signal a period of transition for the Kings, as they now look to chart a new course and build upon the foundation laid during McNair's tenure.