Kings Defeat Suns, 120-105
The Sacramento Kings defeated the visiting Phoenix Suns, 120-105, at Golden One Center on Friday.

While this wasn't a wire-to-wire win, Sacramento never relinquished the lead after the opening three minutes. They actually outscored Phoenix by at least five points in each of the first three quarters, leading by 19 points heading into the final frame. They got their lead up to 29 points, maintaining a double-digit lead for the entirety of the second half. Sacramento shot 53 percent from the field and 32 percent from three-point range, while Phoenix shot 44 percent from the field and 25 percent from long range. The Kings also out-assisted the Suns, 31-17.

The Suns (14-14) were led by Kevin Durant, collecting 28 points, seven rebounds and two assists. Devin Booker amassed 24 points, four rebounds and seven assists. Grayson Allen generated 11 points, four rebounds, two assists and three steals. Udoka Azubuike totaled 11 points and 11 rebounds, while Chimzie Metu had 10 points and four boards.

The Kings (17-10) were led by Domantas Sabonis, tallying 28 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists on 12-of-15 shooting. De'Aaron Fox finished with 23 points, six rebounds, seven assists, three steals and two blocks. Keegan Murray accrued 21 points, five rebounds and two assists, while Harrison Barnes had 19 points and two steals. Kevin Huerter compiled 13 points, two rebounds and five assists to round out the starting lineup.

On deck for Sacramento is a home matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday. Phoenix will return to action on Christmas Day, playing host to the Dallas Mavericks.
Posted on: 12/22/2023 9:35 PM
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