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The Kings have not formally requested permission to interview Spurs assistant coach P.J. Carlesimo for their head-coaching vacancy, but Kings co-owner Joe Maloof indicated Tuesday that the request is forthcoming after the Spurs' season ended Monday night.

Kings co-owner Joe Maloof says, "We love Nellie," but the ownership's newfound belief that "defense wins championships" might mean that they leave Don Nelson in retirement and look elsewhere for a new coach, reports Marc Stein.

Kings co-owner Joe Maloof says, "We love Nellie," but the ownership's newfound belief that "defense wins championships" might mean that they leave Don Nelson in retirement and look elsewhere for a new coach, reports Marc Stein.

The Western Conference is so dominant, it should be included in the NBA playoffs' logo.