The mantra for the Kings 2007-08 season was TRUST, an acronym for Team, Respect, Urgency, Sacrifice and Toughness. While the theme for this year's training camp is yet to be revealed, the components of TRUST will still be evident in 2008-09. In anticipation of the team's return to the hardwood, Kings.com presents the Kings 2008-09 Season Outlook.

PART 1

Shareef Abdur-Rahim: After starting 45 games and playing in all but two contests in 2006-07 where he averaged 9.9 points and five rebounds per game, Abdur-Rahim played just six games in 2007-08. After much thought and rehabilitation, the 12-year veteran and highly-respected humanitarian announced his retirement on September 22.

Bobby Brown: After going undrafted in 2007, Brown took his game to Germany and suited up for Alba Berlin. In 10 games, all starts, Brown proved to be an efficient scorer (47.1 percent from the field, 39 percent beyond the arc) while averaging 16 points per game, including a 44-point outburst in a quintuple-overtime victory. Gaining experience in Europe proved valuable for Brown’s development as he averaged 15.2 points and 6.3 assists per game in Las Vegas Summer League. He has the ability to shoot from beyond the 3-point arc as well as absorb contact and maintain focus while driving to the rim.

Quincy Douby: After seeing limited action in his rookie campaign, Douby played in 74 games in 2007-08. He averaged just 4.8 points per game while shooting 39.4 percent from the field, 34.4 percent from beyond the arc and 92.3 percent from the free throw line. But, Douby showed the knack for scoring that made him a first-round pick in 2006 by pouring in 32 points against the Lakers in the Kings 2007-08 season finale. In Summer League he led the Kings in scoring with 22.3 points per game, while shooting 48.3 percent from the field. Douby's increased confidence and offensive abilities, along with his uncanny ability to create havoc in opponents' passing lanes, due to his long arms and swift feet, bode well for him to make an impact off the bench in his third season.

Francisco Garcia: Garcia found himself in an expanded role in 2007-08. The Kings swingman saw increased playing time (26.5 minutes per game), which led to a career-year in scoring. Garcia averaged 12.3 points per game while shooting 46.2 percent from the field and 39.1 percent beyond the arc. The fourth-year Louisville product proved time and time again last season he is not afraid of taking big shots. With his smooth shooting stroke, playmaking ability and defensive intensity, Garcia brings flexibility to the Kings rotation. His charisma and leadership ability will also be great examples for a team that features three rookies.

Donté Greene: Greene made the most of his lone college season at Syracuse University. After posting a stellar scoring average of 17.7 points per game for the Orangemen, Greene continued to show his scoring prowess in Summer League, averaging 22.6 points per game. In his Summer League debut, the versatile rookie tallied a Summer League-high 40 points on 12-of-20 shooting from the field, including 5-for-10 from 3-point land. With incredible athleticism and range, Greene can slash to the bucket or pull up from anywhere inside half court. Greene is an enthusiastic student of the game and has already formed a strong rapport with the Kings coaching staff and his teammates.

PART 2

Spencer Hawes: Last year’s first-round pick averaged 4.7 points and 3.2 rebounds per game in 13.1 minutes per contest in 2007-08. In the season’s final month however, averaging 31.8 minutes per outing, Hawes gave Kings fans a glimpse of his potential by averaging 11.3 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. During the offseason, Hawes worked hard on improving his jump hook. Add that to his consistent midrange jump shot and crafty low post maneuvers, and the additional element to his offensive arsenal could make the Seattle native lethal in the paint. Along with his scoring ability, Hawes has improved his ball handling and reshaped his physique, all of which he is confident will lead to an even better go-round in Sacramento this season.

Bobby Jackson: Jackson, who last played for the Kings in 2004-05, returns to Sacramento after stints with the Grizzlies, Hornets and Rockets. His production last season for New Orleans and Houston showed the veteran still has plenty of gas left in the tank. In 72 games, including five starts for the Rockets, Jackson averaged 7.7 points per game in 19.3 minutes per contest. A bit older and wiser, the former 6th Man of the Year still has the ability to create on offense and plays with the same defensive passion and intensity. With his Playoff experience and knowledge of the game, Jackson's leadership will help the team manage all the ebbs and flows of the 82-game season.

Kevin Martin: After a breakout 2006-07 season, Martin returned with another stellar year in 2007-08. The Kings go-to-guy increased his scoring average in his latest campaign to 23.7 points per game. The fifth-year shooting guard again demonstrated that one of the League's leading scorers (7th) can also be one of the game's most efficient producers -- Martin led the NBA with 8.2 free throw makes per contest while also averaging more than 40 percent from 3-point range, becoming the first player to maintain such averages since Michael Jordan. Now the team's focal point on offense, Martin looks to continue his rise with an improved handle and back to the basket scoring ability. As a leader of the team, K-Mart is also eager to show off his defensive ability against opposing teams' best players.

Brad Miller: Slimmer and stronger, the Kings center averaged 13.4 points on 46.3 percent shooting from the field and 9.5 rebounds per game in 2007-08. Miller continued his proficiency in the passing attack as well, averaging 3.7 assists per contest. After playing 63 games and starting just 56 of those in 2006-07, his conditioning and improved diet helped him play and start 72 games last season. Miller maintained his hard work over the summer and is ready to prove that last year was just the beginning of his re-energized play. Along with his all-around understanding of the game, the Purdue product's offensive repertoire opens the door for the Kings to utilize a more free-flowing offense this season.

Mikki Moore: After signing with the Kings during the 2007 offseason, Moore provided the team with energy, efficiency and locker room leadership in 2007-08. The veteran power forward shot a team-high 57.7 percent from the field while averaging 8.5 points per game. Along with consistency, as the only player to play in all 82 games, Moore also helped on the glass, averaging six rebounds per outing. Enthusiastic and hungry as ever, the self-proclaimed South Carolina country boy is revved up for 2008-09 and eager to flash his fingers in the form of his jersey number -- 33 -- all season long by bringing ARCO Thunder to new decibel levels with his tenacious dunks and knack for taking charges.

PART 3

John Salmons: In his second year with the Kings, the veteran swingman proved he is one of the game's most versatile players. Salmons posted career-highs in scoring (12.5 points per game), field goal percentage (47.7 percent) and free throw percentage (82.3 percent), while flourishing at point guard, shooting guard and small forward. Although Salmons' most memorable moment in 2007-08 was his length of the court driving off balance game-winner to beat the Dallas Mavericks at ARCO, his multifaceted game shined brightest in the Kings 107-97 victory over the New York Knicks. In that outing, the Philly native posted 32 points, 11 rebounds, 6 assists, 6 steals and one block. There may not be a better dribble-drive scorer in the game and when starting last season Salmons showed that he is at his best when beginning the game on the court. Along with a toolbox of offensive talents, the six-year pro remains one of the Kings most impenetrable defenders.

Kenny Thomas: Thomas saw limited action during the 2007-08 season. In 23 appearances, including three starts, the New Mexico product averaged 1.4 points and 2.7 rebounds per contest. Along with his veteran experience and insight that can aid the young players' development, when called upon, the nine-year veteran has shown a nose for the ball and an ability to defend some of the League's best power forwards. With Abdur-Rahim now a part of the Kings coaching staff, K-9 joins Moore as the only time-tested power forward on the team.

Jason Thompson: The 12th overall selection in the 2008 NBA Draft capped off his final season at Rider University in grand fashion. Starting in all of the Broncos' 34 games, Thompson averaged 20.4 points per game while shooting an amazing 56 percent from the field. He also ruled the glass, averaging 10.1 rebounds per game, which was good for second-best in the nation. As he did in the college ranks, the Kings rookie forward showed double-double promise in Summer League. In his best game of the week, Thompson posted 20 points on 7-for-11 shooting and 10 rebounds in a 94-91 victory over the Golden State Warriors. Standing 6-foot-11, JT has the agility and handle usually seen in guards and the strength and touch around the basket needed to succeed in the post. With superior timing instincts, the south New Jersey native can not only make shots inside and out, but he can also block them as well. Like Greene and Brown, Thompson is eager to show Kings fans what he can do.

Beno Udrih: In 65 games, including 51 starts, Udrih made the most of his first year in Sacramento. The Slovenian point guard broke onto the Sac scene by averaging 12.8 points (46.4 percent from the field, 38.7 percent from 3-point land and 85 percent from the free throw line) and 4.3 assists per game. In demonstration of his maturation and calm during the game's crucial moments, Udrih hit the game-winning free throws at STAPLES Center on March 13 to lead the Kings past the vaunted Lakers 114-113. The deceptively smooth lefty also tallied 10 assists, two rebounds and one steal to go along with his team-high 25 points. Confident and proven as the team's starting point guard, Udrih is primed to lead the Kings free-flowing, pass-encouraging strong offense.

Shelden Williams: After being traded to Sacramento in mid-February, Williams has made an impact with his rebounding and shot blocking ability. In 28 games for Sacramento, the former Atlanta Hawks forward produced 5.2 points per game on 49.1 percent shooting from the field. Dedicated to getting in better shape during the summer, the Oklahoma native enters the 2008-09 season leaner, stronger, and more confident after a successful showing in Summer League. In four outings in Las Vegas, the Landlord averaged 14.3 points while shooting 57.6 percent from the field and 8.8 rebounds in 28.8 minutes per contest. With a strong work ethic and eagerness to help the team, Williams is poised to bring frontcourt toughness off the bench all season long.