NBA: Walton joins Sacramento
Credit to Author: Tempo Online| Date: Tue, 16 Apr 2019 15:30:27 +0000
LOS ANGELES (AFP) – Luke Walton was confirmed as the new head coach of the Sacramento Kings on Monday, marking a swift return to the NBA just days after parting company with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Walton, whose departure from the Lakers was announced on Friday, was rapidly identified by Sacramento as their preferred successor to Dave Joerger, who was fired last Thursday.
The Kings and Walton started talks on Saturday, less than 24 hours after the coach’s exit from the Lakers.
“I have known Luke for many years and I am so excited to welcome him and his family to the Sacramento Kings,” said Kings General Manager Vlade Divac in a statement.