Doug Christie lashes out at ‘haters, fakers’

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie had previously played his team’s passionate defense Sacramento lost 122-108 Denver Nuggets, calling out what he described as “haters” and “liars,” while promising the Kings would “make it right.”

Christie, in his first full season as a head coach after taking over for Mike Brown last year, opened his pregame comments with a fiery monologue that lasted less than three minutes. Speaking to about two dozen reporters, Christie declared his loyalty to the organization and the city that once embraced him as a player.

“My name is Douglas Dale Christie and I am the head coach of the Sacramento Kings,” he began. “Change is hard. We’re not there yet, but we’re going to work on it like crazy. Stick to the right ones. For the rest, you know who you are.”

Doug Christie has a message for his Sacramento Kings doubters, haters and critics tonight in his pregame availability ahead of tonight’s contest with the Denver Nuggets @kcranevs
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Christie grew more animated as he spokebanging on the table before leaving the room without asking questions.

“When I see the hate, the haters, the fakes, all of you, keep that energy up,” Christy said. “Because while you do, we’ll work and grow. We’ll eventually become the Kings Show. Sac proud. Know that.”

The Kings did little to support Doug Christie against the Nuggets

The Kings’ performance did not back up their coach’s words. Denver outscored Sacramento 36-18 in the second quarter, handing the Kings their eighth loss in 11 games. The loss dropped them to 3-8, deepening frustration around a team that entered the season with playoff expectations after acquiring veterans Russell Westbrook and Dennis Schroeder.

Injuries have complicated Sacramento’s start. Forward Keegan Murray has yet to make his season debut following thumb surgery, while center Domantas Sabonis recently returned from hamstring and rib problems.

Christie maintained that the organization was united despite early setbacks and outside criticism.

“We’re going to play to the standard,” Christie said. “Tough, competitive, disciplined, professional, team-oriented and responsible. That’s what we’re going to do every time we hit the floor.”

The Kings will look to regroup when they host the Atlanta Hawks.