NBA: All-Time starting Five of the Sacramento Kings

Forward – Jerry Lucas

Lucas (C) struggled initially. image courtesy: NBA.com

An Ohio native, Jerry Lucas was signed by the Cincinnati Royals as a free agent in 1963. Lucas struggled in his rookie season after transitioning to the power forward position. However, he quickly adapted and became an All-Star the next season, ultimately becoming a six-time All-Star with the Royals.

Along with Oscar Robertson and Sam Lacey, Lucas helped the Royals make the playoffs four times. However, they never reached the NBA Finals but Lucas got his ring in 1971 as part of the New York Knicks. In the Kings’ all-time leaderboards, he ranks eighth in scoring and second in rebounds. His No. 16 was retired in 1980.

Honourable Mention: Forward – Peja Stojakovic

A member of the Kings during their most recent successful run, Peja Stojakovic was one of the most lethal shooters of his generation. Arriving in 1998, the Kings never missed the playoffs when Stojakovic was part of the team until 2006. He was a three-time All-Star and made the All-NBA Second Team in 2004.