While watching from the Draft Block Party at Cafeteria 15L in downtown Sacramento, fans were noticeably enthusiastic following the team’s first three picks of the NBA Draft.
Prior to the selections, the party was covered in purple and packed with Kings fans anxiously awaiting to see who the Kings drafted for the Kings Draft Party.
Sacramento was definitely proud as No. 5 pick De’Aaron Fox was announced.
“De’Aaron seems like he is going in fit in really well in Sacramento,” said long-time Kings fan Taylor. “He is exactly what the Kings need and fits everything we were looking for.”
Rocking a purple Kings uni, Marc was also thrilled with the first selection. “De’Aaron and Buddy Hield in the backcourt are going to be awesome,” He says. “They both play fast-paced games and he is just a game-changer.”
The fans in attendance were taken by surprise when the Kings acquired the Nos. 15 and 20 picks, but followed with even more excitement.
“I think the move from the No. 10 pick was a solid move, especially in a deep draft like this,” said Block Party attendee Nicholas. “If you’re not sold on a player at ten, might as well trade and get two more picks,” followed fellow fan, Patrick.
The excitement only continued to grow with the announcements of No. 15 pick, Justin Jackson and No. 20 pick, Harry Giles. “I am beyond ecstatic with these picks.” Said Paul, “We arguably had the best draft of any NBA team.”
The hype will continue as the season approaches. Get your first look at the Kings rookies as they visit Concert in the Park on Friday night at Cesar Chavez Park.