The Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers game is set for Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 6:00 PM ET, at Golden 1 Center. The Kings are currently 12th in the Western Conference with a 13-15 record. Their most recent game was on December 19, 2024, where they lost to the Lakers, 113-100. They managed to take the lead in the second quarter, but the Lakers quickly regained control and held on for the win.
The Lakers, now 15-12 and seventh in the West, are on a two-game winning streak. Against the Kings, Austin Reaves led with 25 points, Anthony Davis delivered an impressive 21 points, 19 rebounds, and six blocks, while LeBron James added 19 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. The Lakers set the pace early with a 37-point first quarter and stayed in command after retaking the lead.
These two teams also faced off earlier this season on October 26, with the Lakers winning 131-127. That puts them 2-0 against the Kings this season. Historically, the Lakers have dominated this rivalry, with 283 wins to the Kings’ 168 in 451 total games.
Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Prediction
The Kings are averaging 116.1 points per game this season, ranking ninth in the league, but they allow 113.6 points per game, sitting 17th in defense. They grab 43.4 rebounds per game (17th) while allowing 42.6 (6th). Sacramento makes 12 three-pointers per game (22nd), with a 34.5% shooting percentage (also 22nd).
The Lakers score 111.4 points per game (19th) but give up 114.3 (18th). They struggle with rebounding, averaging just 41.3 per game (4th worst) and allowing 44.6 (21st). From beyond the arc, they hit 11.6 three-pointers per game (5th worst) at a 34.7% shooting rate (21st).
Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Probable Starting Lineups
Sacramento Kings
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- PG De’Aaron Fox
- SG Malik Monk
- SF DeMar DeRozan
- PF Keegan Murray
- C Domantas Sabonis
Los Angeles Lakers
- PG Austin Reaves
- SG Max Christie
- SF Rui Hachimura
- PF LeBron James
- C Anthony Davis
Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers: Injuries Update
The Kings will be without Devin Carter, who is sidelined with a shoulder injury. Trey Lyles is listed as questionable due to a calf issue.
Meanwhile, the Lakers have multiple players on the injury report. Jarred Vanderbilt, Christian Wood, and Jaxson Hayes are all out with knee and ankle injuries, while Jalen Hood-Schifino is questionable with a hamstring problem.
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