The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the host Sacramento Kings, 136-134, at Golden 1 Center on Saturday.

There were 20 ties and 18 lead changes in this closely-fought game, with neither team grabbing a double-digit lead. Dennis Schroder was the hero for the Lakers, hitting two game-winning free throws with just 3.6 seconds remaining. De'Aaron Fox had a game-winning halfcourt shot at the buzzer but bricked it off the back of the rim. Los Angeles shot 61 percent from the field, while Sacramento shot 52 percent. In addition, the Lakers outscored the Kings in the paint, 70-48.

The Lakers (19-21) were led by LeBron James, collecting 37 points, eight rebounds and seven assists. Thomas Bryant tallied 29 points and 14 rebounds. Schroder finished with 27 points, four rebounds and two assists. Russell Westbrook led the bench with 23 points, five rebounds and 15 assists. No other player had more than six points, three rebounds or one assist.

The Kings (20-18) were led by Fox, finishing with 34 points, two rebounds and nine assists. Domantas Sabonis amassed 25 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists before fouling out. Harrison Barnes had 18 points and two boards, while Kevin Huerter compiled 17 points, six rebounds, three assists and two steals. Keegan Murray also generated 16 points and two steals.

Both teams return to action on Monday, with Los Angeles traveling to face the Denver Nuggets and Sacramento staying home to play the struggling Orlando Magic.