Kings Dominate Short-Handed Spurs with Season-High Scoring Performance
Sacramento capitalized on Victor Wembanyama's absence, defeating San Antonio 140-113 as DeRozan achieved a career milestone.
- Victor Wembanyama missed his second consecutive game for the Spurs due to bilateral lower back soreness, with his return considered day-to-day.
- The Kings posted their highest scoring total of the season with 140 points, led by DeMar DeRozan's 23 points and Domantas Sabonis' 22 points and 16 rebounds.
- Julian Champagnie was a bright spot for the Spurs, scoring a career-high 30 points, including six three-pointers, in the loss.
- Sacramento's improved bench performance and strong three-point shooting (47%) helped secure their third win in ten games.
- DeRozan reached the 24,000 career points milestone, becoming the 30th player in NBA history and the sixth active player to achieve this feat.