Kings rumors: Sacramento is most embarrassing team in NBA. Is Doug Christie on hot seat?

The Sacramento Kings have endured a disastrous start to the 2026-27 NBA season , dropping their first five games by an average margin of 16.6 points. However, head coach Doug Christie is reportedly not on the hot seat despite the team’s continued struggles. According to The Athletic’s Sam Amick, Sacramento’s front office believes Christie deserves a fair opportunity to prove himself with a healthier roster before evaluating his future with the organization. Amick reported that the Kings are prioritizing the development of Christie and their younger players rather than making an immediate coaching change.