Overview
- The Kings fell 137-96 to the Grizzlies for their eighth straight loss, their third defeat by 30-plus points in the skid.
- DeMar DeRozan called the team’s situation a “s—– place” after scoring seven points in 15 minutes in Memphis.
- DeRozan said “everything comes into question” in this stretch, signaling that player roles and futures are under scrutiny.
- Domantas Sabonis has a partial meniscus tear and is expected to miss significant time, with reports indicating at least a month.
- Head coach Doug Christie acknowledged mounting frustration and emphasized a process to improve, as Zach LaVine said struggles “snowball,” with Denver up next.