1985–86 Sacramento Kings season
The 1985–86 NBA season was the Kings' 37th season in the NBA and first in Sacramento following its relocation from Kansas City. The Kings played their home games at the original ARCO Arena, and finished the season with a record of 37 wins and 45 losses, placing them fifth in the Midwest Division and seventh in the Western Conference. They made the playoffs, but were quickly eliminated in the first round in three straight games by the eventual Western Conference champion Houston Rockets.
| 1985–86 Sacramento Kings season | |
|---|---|
| Head coach | Phil Johnson |
| Owners | Joseph Benvenuti Gregg Lukenbill |
| Arena | ARCO Arena I |
| Results | |
| Record | 37–45 (.451) |
| Place | Division: 5th (Midwest) Conference: 7th (Western) |
| Playoff finish | West First Round (eliminated 0–3) |
Stats at Basketball-Reference.com | |
| Local media | |
| Television | KOVR |
| Radio | KFBK |
On April 16, 1985, the NBA board of governors voted 22–0 for the Kings to be relocated to Sacramento. They moved into the first ARCO Arena, their temporary home for three seasons.
The team performed preseason workouts at Yuba College.
Sacramento did not start the season well, having a 9–22 record on December 31, the worst in the Western Conference.