I, sadly, will not be in attendance. But know that it fills me with pride to see that so many readers and contributors have built strong enough relationships here at Sactown Royalty to want to get together for a real live game. That's been an overriding goal in all we do here: build a community of Kings fans. We don't always agree, but we (for the most part) manage to respect each other, and share ideas, opinions and laughs. In the past four years, we've built from a lean gang of like-minded fans to a full-fledged community. It's amazing for me to think about, and the highest compliment I can think of.

Have fun, be safe, and be ready to put together the biggest View from Section 214 in history.

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THE OPPONENT

THE KEY BATTLE

Meanwhile, Hawes, God love him, continues to attempt three-pointers despite being 53 of 173 from long-range in his career. At his current clip, it is a completely inefficient shot. Something needs to be fixed — either with his stroke, or with his shot selection.

BOLD PROCLAMATION

The Chant will get on television. Oh yes it will.

NUMERIC PREDICTION

Kings by 17.

DETAILS

7PM tip-off. Just one Game Thread (7) and a post-gamer (9:45). I imagine the FanPosts will be filled with StR Night post scripts, so be sure to check those after the game.