The Move from Kansas City to Sacramento (1985)
The Kings' first season in Sacramento ended with a playoff appearance but a first-round sweep by the Rockets.
The 1985–86 Sacramento Kings season was the Kings' 37th season in the NBA and first in Sacramento following its relocation from Kansas City.
Quick Facts
- Year of move
- 1985
- Previous city
- Kansas City, Missouri
- New city
- Sacramento, California
- Owner
- Harry Mangurian Jr.
- First arena
- Memorial Auditorium
- League
- NBA
Lore & Background
On April 16, 1985, the NBA board of governors voted 22–0 for the Kings to be relocated to Sacramento. They moved into the first ARCO Arena, their temporary home for three seasons. The team performed preseason workouts at Yuba College.
Reader's Guide
The Kings finished the season with a record of 37 wins and 45 losses, placing them fifth in the Midwest Division and seventh in the Western Conference. They made the playoffs but were quickly eliminated in the first round in three straight games by the eventual Western Conference champion Houston Rockets.
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