Zach LaVine Scores Season-High 42 Points in Kings' Dominant Win Over Hornets

The newly acquired guard showcased his offensive prowess, leading Sacramento to a 130-88 victory and sparking optimism about his fit with the team.

Zach LaVine delivered his best performance since joining the Sacramento Kings, scoring 42 points on an efficient 16-of-19 shooting, including 8-of-9 from three-point range.
The Kings outscored the Charlotte Hornets 60-30 from beyond the arc, with LaVine's shooting leading the way in a 42-point blowout victory.
This marked LaVine's 22nd career 40-point game and his highest-scoring game of the season, providing a glimpse of his potential synergy with Domantas Sabonis in Sacramento's offense.
Domantas Sabonis contributed 10 rebounds and 7 assists, while Malik Monk added a double-double with 13 points and 10 assists to support the Kings' balanced effort.
The win snapped a two-game losing streak for Sacramento, who are fighting to maintain their position in the Western Conference play-in race.