Overview

• The Sacramento Kings defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers 120-113, moving into ninth place in the Western Conference standings.
• Zach LaVine led the Kings with 37 points, including a pivotal late-game basket that was later confirmed to have violated the shot clock.
• Donovan Mitchell suffered a left ankle injury during the game but returned after a brief absence; his status for Tuesday's game remains uncertain.
• Cleveland's 16 turnovers and 26.3% three-point shooting contributed significantly to their loss, highlighting areas to address before the playoffs.
• The Cavaliers' next opportunity to clinch the Eastern Conference's top seed comes Tuesday in a home game against the Chicago Bulls.