Kings Defeat Jazz, 130-114
The Sacramento Kings defeated the host Utah Jazz, 130-114, at Vivint Arena on Wednesday.

A 32-24 first quarter set the tone for Sacramento in this dominating road win, leading by at least nine points for the final 30 minutes. They got their lead up to 23 points at times and led by at least 12 points for the final 20 minutes. The Kings shot 19-of-51 from three-point range while holding the Jazz to 9-of-28 from long range. Sacramento also recorded 29 assists to 11 turnovers, while Utah had 22 assists to 14 turnovers. They also had eight blocks to Utah's two.

The Kings (1-0) were led by Harrison Barnes, finishing with 33 points, four rebounds and two assists on 11-of-16 from the field. Domantas Sabonis collected 22 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and two blocks. De'Aaron Fox had 18 points, five rebounds and six assists, while Keegan Murray amassed 15 points, eight rebounds and two blocks.

The Jazz (0-1) were led by Jordan Clarkson, compiling 24 points, four rebounds and six assists. Lauri Markkanen totaled 19 points and 10 rebounds. John Collins accrued 15 points, 11 rebounds and two assists, while Collin Sexton led the bench with nine points and three boards.

Both teams return to action on Friday, with Sacramento returning home to face the Golden State Warriors and Utah remaining home to play the Los Angeles Clippers.
Posted on: 10/25/2023 8:42 PM
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