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Kansas City’s NBA Era
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Make KC Basketball Great Again!

From 1972 to 1985, Kansas City was home to the Kansas City Kings, firmly establishing the city as an NBA market. The team played at Kemper Arena (now Hy-Vee Arena), where fans packed the building and embraced professional basketball.

Winning in Kansas City: Division Champions

Under head coach Cotton Fitzsimmons, the Kings reached one of their highest points during the 1978–79 season, winning the Midwest Division and making a deep playoff run.

Kansas City proved it could support a winning NBA team, both on the court and in the stands.

Basketball Didn’t Leave Kansas City — The Team Did

After the 1984–85 season, the franchise relocated, eventually becoming the Sacramento Kings. While the team left, Kansas City’s basketball culture remained.

Youth basketball, high school programs, college hoops, and grassroots leagues continued to thrive — keeping the game alive across generations.

Kansas City Is Ready Again

Today, Kansas City is a larger, stronger, and more connected sports city than it was in the 1980s. With modern infrastructure, passionate fans, and a deep basketball foundation, the city is ready to reclaim its place in professional basketball.

Kansas City has been here before.
Now it’s time to return.

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KC’s Future

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