Overview
- Sabonis played his first game since Nov. 16 after a partial left meniscus tear, coming off the bench for 13 points, seven rebounds and five assists in a little over 21 minutes on 5-of-6 shooting.
- Sacramento won 128-115, with Russell Westbrook scoring 26 points on 6-of-9 from three, DeMar DeRozan adding 17, and Zach LaVine and Precious Achiuwa posting 16 each.
- The victory pushed the Kings to 12-30 and a four-game streak during a homestand that has included wins over the Rockets, Lakers and Knicks.
- Dennis Schroder returned from a three-game suspension and contributed 15 points and five assists.
- With the Feb. 5 deadline approaching, ESPN has reported the Kings are open to discussing deals for high-priced veterans, and Sabonis remains a name in trade speculation under a contract running through 2027-28.