A former assistant athletic trainer for the Sacramento Kings has filed a civil lawsuit against the organization and its Via @espn on X

What happened: The complaint alleges sexual harassment, retaliation and wrongful termination. The organization’s senior director of athlete health is also named in the action.

Why it matters: The case places the Kings’ employment practices and handling of harassment allegations under legal scrutiny. The claims remain allegations and have not been adjudicated.

What to watch: The next development will be the defendants’ response as the civil case proceeds.

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