3 THINGS TO LOOK FOR

1. So begins the first game of the George Karl era. The Kings have had two practices with their new coach, so we probably won't see a huge amount of change but it probably will be more drastic than the switch from Malone to Corbin. Most importantly, I just want to see the team play hard for 48 minutes in front of what is sure to be a packed house. Winning at home is an important George Karl tenet, especially against a shorthanded team like the Celtics.

MATCHUP OF THE GAME

PREGAME LIMERICK

It's a new era of Kings basketball,
Coach Karl is here and ready to heal all.
I'm excited once more,
for these guys to hit the floor,
and enthrall rather than appall.

PREDICTION