DeMar DeRozan, Kings stars stunned by ‘rollercoaster’ 2024-25 NBA season originally appeared on NBC Sports Bay Area
The Sacramento Kings faced a tumultuous 2024-25 NBA season, culminating in a midseason coaching change and the firing of general manager Monte McNair after a disappointing Play-In Tournament loss. Veteran DeMar DeRozan described the season as the most challenging of his career, marked by significant team changes, including his trade to Sacramento and the midseason departure of key staff. Despite initial hopes for a turnaround after ending a 17-year playoff drought, the Kings’ struggles left players like DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis seeking clarity on the team’s future.