Doug Christie Says 1 Kings Player Is ‘Elite’

Sacramento Kings head coach Doug Christie has been on the job for less than a week, but during that short amount of time, he has worked a lot with De’Aaron Fox.

The Kings’ biggest star impresses just about all NBA fans with his terrific and explosive energy.

Speaking to the press, via the NBA on X, Christie called Fox “elite” and praised his “quickness, strength, and athleticism.”

He also celebrated Fox’s “anticipation” skills and his “competitive nature,” which are both high level.

Christie said he hugged Fox and thanked him for taking him and all of Sacramento on an amazing ride.

“De’Aaron Fox is elite.”

Kings HC Doug Christie had big praise for Fox after the guard led a 15-0 run to close out tonight’s W