Kings Clobber Grizzlies, 123-92
The Sacramento Kings defeated the host Memphis Grizzlies, 123-92, at FedEx Forum on Sunday.

Sacramento won all four individual quarters by at least five points apiece, holding a double-digit lead for the entirety of the second half. The 31-point final margin was the largest lead of the game, but they led by at least 20 points for the whole of the fourth quarter. The Kings shot 51 percent from the field and 49 percent from three-point range while holding the Grizzlies to 37 percent from the field and 30 percent from long range. Sacramento out-rebounded Memphis, 65-44, while out-assisting them, 28-20. They also outscored the Grizzlies in the paint, 58-32, and in second-chance points, 15-2.

The Kings (19-12) were led by De'Aaron Fox, finishing with 24 points, four rebounds and four assists. Domantas Sabonis collected 13 points, 21 rebounds and 12 assists. Harrison Barnes had 11 points and two boards, while Keegan Murray amassed 10 points and three boards. Malik Monk led the bench with 27 points, five rebounds and five assists.

The Grizzlies (10-22) were led by Jaren Jackson Jr, generating 18 points and three rebounds. Ja Morant tallied 17 points, three rebounds and three assists. Desmond Bane accrued 17 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while Marcus Smart accumulated 12 points, two rebounds, two assists and three steals. Luke Kennard led the bench with 17 points, three rebounds and two assists.

Both teams return to action on Tuesday, with Memphis remaining home to play the San Antonio Spurs and Sacramento returning home to face the Charlotte Hornets.
Posted on: 12/31/2023 7:32 PM
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