NBA Facts Made Simple
- Why Sacramento’s Basketball Team is Called the Kings:
- Capital Connection: Sacramento, being California’s capital, honors its significance in the state.
- Royal Roots: The name “Kings” symbolically ties the team to the region’s regal history.
- Sacramento River Significance: The city’s name adds significance to the team’s royal moniker.
- Record Against the Heat and the Kings:
- Total Games: 71 regular-season face-offs.
- Miami Heat Wins: 47 victories.
- Sacramento Kings Wins: 24 wins.
- Old Name of the Sacramento Kings:
- Evolution in 1985: Transitioned from Kansas City to Sacramento.
- Name Change: Became the Sacramento Kings, marking a new era.
- Oldest NBA Legend:
- Robert Parish: Third-oldest player.
- Nat Hickey: Oldest NBA player, playing at 45 years and 363 days.
- Warriors’ Record Against the Heat:
- Head-to-Head: Warriors hold a 36-34 record against the Heat.
- Record Between the Jazz and the Kings:
- Total Games: 221 matchups.
- Kings’ Record: 98 wins and 123 losses.
- Oldest NBA Team:
- Boston Celtics: Established in 1946, boasting a rich legacy.
- Newest NBA Team:
- New Orleans Pelicans: Joined in 2002, originally from Charlotte.
Youngest Team in the NBA: - San Antonio Spurs: Average player age of 23.52.
- New Orleans Pelicans: Joined in 2002, originally from Charlotte.
- Warriors’ Best Record in NBA History:
- Historic 2015-2016 Season: Ended with a record-breaking 73 wins and 9 losses.
- NBA Teams Without a Championship:
- Clippers, Grizzlies, Hornets, Jazz, Magic, Nets, Pacers, Pelicans.
- Record Between Jazz and Wizards:
- Jazz: 61 wins, Wizards: 52 wins.
NBA’s Founding:
- Formation: NBA originated from the merger of BAA and NBL in 1946.
- Date and Place: Established on June 6, 1946, in New York City.
- First President: Maurice Podoloff led the league in its early years.
