Light the Beam! refers to a chant and rallying call in support of the National Basketball Association (NBA)'s Sacramento Kings. Referring to the Kings lighting a purple beam of light from their Golden 1 Center arena following a win, the phrase originated early during the Kings' 2022–23 season. The phrase gained popularity among Kings fans, particularly due to the team's improved performance compared to prior years. The performances of point guard De'Aaron Fox and center Domantas Sabonis specifically have been associated with the chant. Finding success after the adoption of the beam, the Kings were nicknamed the "Beam Team" during the season. Background The Kings relocated from Kansas City to Sacramento in 1985; since the move, they have notoriously performed poorly, with their only successful stretch coming between 1999 and 2006. In May 2013, Vivek Ranadivé purchased the Kings franchise, becoming its owner and construction for the Golden 1 Center began the following year. The arena had its grand opening ahead of the 2016–17 season. Prior to that season, the idea to light a purple beam first came about. The team...