The Maloof family is an American family of Lebanese descent which owns numerous business properties in the Western United States. They are best known as the owners of the Sacramento Kings of the NBA (and their home stadium, ARCO Arena). The family consists of George J. Maloof, Sr., his wife Colleen, and their children: Adrienne Maloof-Nassif, Joe Maloof, Gavin Maloof, George J. Maloof, Jr. and Phil Maloof.
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