Whats ignorant is actually believing that Maloofs would be able to move unless they pay off their debt to Sacramento. For one, don't think Maloofs would do it, for 2 NBA would not allow them to do it unless the debt is settled and for 3, Anaheim would not want to get into those negotiations because there would be a real threat of leagal action from Sacramento. Not only that but why would Anaheim enter into negotiations with people that have screwed the town that they are leaving????
You guys are assuming these are every day joe blows off the street that have no idea about legal obligations. We are talking about multi-millionaire businessmen and a city that cannot afford to get a sued.
This letter was not about looking out for the interest of people of Sacramento, its a political tactic to present a hurdle in the process so that it side tracks the negotiations enough in a hope that the deal does not get done in time, and a political stunt by the politicians of Sacramento so that they are seen as looking after the interest of the taxpayers and come off a lot better in this.
Last resort sort of move that burns bridges and destoys any hope of Kings staying in Sacramento long term if the deal with Anaheim falls through.
But hey what would I know, it "appauling" that a foreigner should comment on these things