The Sacramento Kings and George Karl made significant process on a contract for him to become head coach. The gap on salary and the length of the contract has been narrowed with confidence a deal can be completed.

The last hurdle appears to be related to DeMarcus Cousins, but there are signs from his camp that his resistance is waning.

Cousins' agents, Dan Fegan and Jarinn Akana, have been adamantly opposed to Karl's hiring. 

Pete D'Alessandro had appeared willing to make the move without their consent.