NBA Opens Inquiry Into Kings Following Controversial Late-Game Call
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The NBA has begun an investigation into the Sacramento Kings after a late-game decision that raised immediate concerns about possible tanking, the New York Post reported on April 9, 2026.
League officials have not released specifics about the move under review but confirmed that the probe centers on whether the Kings’ action violated rules designed to protect competitive integrity.
No timeframe for the investigation was given, and further details are expected once the NBA completes its initial fact-finding.
Source: New York Post