Overview
- The Kings confirmed an MRI showed a partial tear of Sabonis’ left meniscus, with a re-evaluation set in three to four weeks and an expectation he misses at least a month.
- Sabonis reported soreness after Sunday’s loss in San Antonio, sat out Wednesday in Oklahoma City, and the team disclosed the diagnosis before Thursday’s game in Memphis.
- Sacramento has dropped seven straight by double digits and sits 3-12, deepening the on-court challenge without its starting center.
- In 11 games this season, Sabonis has averaged 17.2 points, 12.3 rebounds and 3.7 assists; he previously missed time with hamstring and rib issues but has been notably durable in recent years.
- With Sabonis sidelined, frontcourt minutes are expected to expand for Precious Achiuwa, Drew Eubanks and Maxime Raynaud, while outside analysts note the injury complicates any near-term trade or rebuild decisions.