There will "Be-no" lack of intensity

This last home stand has given proof that the Kings might be headed in the right direction.

There are signs from what you want to see out of a young squad: growth, energy, competitiveness and consistency. Of course this may not be the case on the road, but at least at home these guys are actually putting their hearts on the floor.

With the addition of Beno Udrih and with Ron coming back this week, the Kings actually might win a few games. I still highly doubt the playoffs are a possibility given the amount of talent currently on the roster, and the fact that Mike Bibby might not be back before the All Star Break, but at least it may be an exciting brand of basketball.

It is clear we do have a pure point guard now in Beno, with even the possibility of some growth. The guy did spend most of his young career backing up Tony Parker on the champion Spurs, so playing time was anything but steady for him. With the chance at a few months of starts however, he could turn out to be a solid backup, or even replacement, to Bibby in the future.

Francisco Garcia continues to bring energy, even though I still believe his carelessness will result in some losses, and Spencer Hawes is finding his way on to the court. When you look at basing the future around Martin, Garcia, Douby, Hawes and Beno, that doesn't sound all that bad. Maybe we can be dubbed the "baby Kings" like the Bulls were a few years ago during their run back to the spotlight.

One last thing; I am going to see the Kings play the Spurs this month for the price of a movie. That's right, for $10 I am going to Arco to see them play the champions. If you couldn't afford a game in the past now is your chance folks. Get in while the fair weathers are on their couch!