T his move was expected — and not just when it was reported the sides were close to a deal just days after the Kings' season came to an end. With Doug Christie being a favorite

The Sacramento Kings announced they have hired Doug Christie as their full-time head coach following an interim stint that ended with a loss in the play-in tournament. The Kings announced the hiring on Thursday in the first major decision made since Scott Perry was hired after the season as general manager.

The Kings organization must feel the same about Christie, as they have officially announced him as their next head coach. New Kings GM Scott Perry released a statement on the new