Lakers at Kings Preview
The Lakers will play the Kings for the second straight game in Sacramento after their 113-100 win over them on Thursday.
Getting another win over the Kings would be highly beneficial to the Lakers, who are continuing to rise up the standings.
The Lakers have already beat the Kings more times with JJ Redick (2-0) than Darvin Ham (1-7) 🤣
Let’s add to the tally tonight 💯 pic.twitter.com/XPbOaJWvww
— Lakers All Day Everyday (@LADEig) December 21, 2024
Anthony Davis vs. Domantas Sabonis
This matchup features two of the best centers in basketball in Anthony Davis and Domantas Sabonis. In the game on Thursday, Davis finished with 21 points, 19 rebounds, four assists, three steals, and six blocks.
Sabonis also put up solid numbers with 18 points, 12 rebounds, nine assists, and two blocks. Both players are dealing with injuries, and the winner of the matchup down low could determine the outcome of the game.
Contributions from role players
The role players stepping up was crucial in Thursday’s Lakers’ win over the Kings. Max Christie played great defense on De’Aaron Fox and came up with three offensive rebounds.
Gabe Vincent and D’Angelo Russell were impactful off the bench. Vincent finished with 12 points, five rebounds, and three assists while shooting 4-5 from three. Russell had 16 points, six rebounds, and an assist.
To get another win over Sacramento, LA will need their role players to play at a high level.
