Letter to Vivek from Here We Stay
Embarking on the new era of the Sacramento Kings together.
Downtown Sacramento Arena
Sacramento decision cost Maloofs ... $4 million
There was a clause in the Maloofs' deal with Chris Hansen that made the two payouts to the family similar.
Thank you, Chris Hansen and the Maloofs
Sacramento's dawn wouldn't have happened without a spark.
We win as a team
This story is one of a city coming together to fight for itself.
Vivek, Maloofs reportedly working on deal
The next owner of the Sacramento Kings expects to reach a deal in the next few days. Lawyers for the two sides exchanged documents on Wednesday.
NBA Officially Votes Down Relocation
Here. We. Stayed.
NBA Press Conference Open Thread
There are several live feeds for the upcoming NBA Press Conference. News10 Fox40 KHTK
Showing Hansen and Ballmer the light
Are Hansen and Ballmer seeing the light of the Maloofian sun?
George Maloof and the NIMBYs
George Maloof gives one of his longest interviews in the past year to Bryan May, and two anti-arena groups reveal their plans to try to stop the development of a downtown Entertainment and Sports Complex.
Hansen-Ballmer Bid Dissolves if Relocation Denied
The Bee's Ryan Lillis went on the Carmichael Dave Show today and introduced a fascinating bit of news, straight from an NBA memo...
Ballmer's rampage
Ballmer has slowly taken control of Seattle's messaging and strategy, according to Aaron Bruski. That's probably not good for anyone.
Relocation Committee Stands Firm
Despite recent efforts by the Hansen-Ballmer group to sweeten their offer, the NBA's relocation committee stood by their original recommendation to keep the Kings in Sacramento.
Maloofs may still take Ranadive deal
If the NBA rejects Seattle's pleas, the Maloofs have not ruled out selling the Kings to Vivek Ranadive.
Report: Maloofs Won't Sell to Vivek, Have Plan B
A day after the Seattle group led by Chris Hansen raised their bid in a last second attempt to change the NBA's mind on approving the sale, the Maloofs reportedly play their own cards.
Imagining bigger NBA team value gains
The argument is that the Kings going for a higher price raises all boats in the NBA. But there's a different consideration to make for some owners.
Hansen Raises Bid to $625 Million
The Seattle Group makes a big play leading up to the Board of Governors Meeting on May 15th.
Heat owner explains Sacramento vote
Micky Arison, the owner of the Heat and CEO of Carnival Cruises, engaged with a Seattle fan through Twitter Direct Messages, apparently. And Arison defended his vote in favor of keeping the Kings in Sacramento.
Sac Group Asked to Deposit 100%
The Sacramento Bee is reporting that the Sacramento group led by Vivek Ranadivé is being encouraged by the NBA to place the full $341 million into escrow in order to persuade the Maloof family to sign a deal with them.
5 on finance committee voted against Seattle
Some in Seattle are trumping up the fact that while the relocation committee voted 7-0 to reject a Kings move, the NBA finance committee did not vote on Chris Hansen's purchase. But there's a twist.
Sacramento Group Offers Concessions to NBA
A new report by the Sports Business Journals details the substantial lengths the potential Sacramento Kings ownership group has gone to in order to prevent the Kings from moving to Seattle.
Vivek & Co make 50% deposit
As was reported earlier this week, Vivek Ranadivé and his partners have put 50% of the purchase price of the Kings into escrow, according to reports.
Why I don't blame Chris Hansen for fighting on
It seems all but certain that the Kings will stay in Sacramento, and yet Chris Hansen continues to fight. And while it would be nice for us if he just conceded, I don't blame him at all.
Fighting an arena plan would be expensive
One of the lingering threats to the Sacramento arena plan is that of a voter referendum. It's an expensive proposition for opponents.
Hansen's Bizarre New Strategy
Reuters reports that Seattle may take a page out of Oklahoma City's playbook in their continued fight for the Kings.
Sacramento targeting May 15 for finalized deal
Sacramento's investor group is hoping to present a finalized deal to the NBA Board of Governors when they convene on May 15th, but there are still many uncertainties ahead.
