The frustration comes after the Kings put together one of their best defensive efforts in recent memory. They created a unique game plan to slow three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, using forwards Keegan Murray and Jake LaRavia to guard the 6-foot-11 center, while Jonas Valanciunas clogged the lane to prevent drivers to the basket.
Sacramento and San Antonio will square off in a matchup of Western Conference foes. The teams match up Friday for the first time this season.
DeMar DeRozan passed Patrick Ewing in scoring last night. He’s No. 27 all-time now. Also: Damian Lillard moved ahead of Baron Davis for No. 41 in assists.Source: Bluesky
Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan discuss the Kings bounce-back win over the Hornets, LaVine's season-high 42 points, DeRozan reacting to the big night and the needing a high sense of urgency for Sacramento the rest of the season. pic.twitter.com/xhsbQnzmcD
Nikola Jokic had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Russell Westbrook scored 25 points, and the Denver Nuggets rallied in the fourth quarter to beat the Sacramento Kings 116-110.Jamal Murray scored 24 points for Denver,