Hornets Defeat Kings, 111-104
The Charlotte Hornets defeated the host Sacramento Kings, 111-104, at Golden 1 Center on Tuesday.

There were nine ties and 13 lead changes in this game, with neither team leading by more than 10 points. Charlotte rode a 36-26 fourth quarter to their comeback win, finishing the game with 10 unanswered points. The Hornets shot 51 percent from the field while holding the Kings below 44 percent shooting. They recorded 10 blocks to Sacramento's two while winning the turnover battle, 20-14. Charlotte also shot 79 percent from the free-throw line while Sacramento shot just 59 percent.

The Hornets (8-24) were led by Terry Rozier, tallying 34 points, three rebounds, six assists and two blocks. Miles Bridges amassed 27 points, five rebounds, three assists and two blocks. Nick Richards registered seven points, 10 rebounds and two blocks. PJ Washington led the bench with 17 points, four rebounds and four assists.

The Kings (19-13) were led by De'Aaron Fox, finishing with 30 points, five rebounds and six assists. Domantas Sabonis committed 11 turnovers but had 23 points, 19 rebounds and four assists. Chris Duarte collected 12 points, seven rebounds and four assists, while Keegan Murray compiled 10 points, three rebounds, two assists and three steals.

On deck for Sacramento is a home matchup with the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. As for Charlotte, they're off until Friday, when they travel to face the Chicago Bulls.
Posted on: 1/2/2024 9:46 PM
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