This means the Kings' strength for the next season will inevitably weaken.
However, under such visible difficulties, Hansen still made this choice, which excited the fans even more.
At this time, it is July, and while the season's end came later than usual, it is significantly better compared to last season.
This has given teams, and even the League, more time for adjustments.
It was also at this time that a matter was scheduled: NBA expansion.
Under Hansen's leadership, the current NBA is far more prosperous than its historical counterpart, and expansion had been proposed several times previously.
It was at this time that it finally came close to fruition.
The League confirmed that the 2022-2023 season will see new teams added in two cities, one in Seattle and the other in Las Vegas.
As part of the expansion plan, the Grizzlies and Pelicans, originally part of the Western Conference, will join the East next season to balance the conferences.
