On Saturday night, the San Antonio Spurs will host the Sacramento Kings in Austin, Texas. The game is set to tip off at 8 p.m. EST. This matchup presents the Spurs with a significant opportunity to extend their current six-game winning streak.
Spurs’ Winning Streak on the Line
The Spurs enter this game with a strong record of 38 wins and 16 losses, positioning them second in the Western Conference. They have performed well against conference opponents, boasting a 25-13 record against teams from the West. San Antonio has also emerged as one of the league’s best teams, averaging 16.5 fast break points per game.
- Top Performer: Victor Wembanyama averages 24.4 points and 11.1 rebounds.
- Recent Performance: In their last 10 games, the Spurs hold a remarkable 7-2 record, averaging 119.6 points per game.
- Field Goal Percentage: The Spurs are shooting 50.0% from the field during this stretch.
Kings Struggling in the Season
In contrast, the Sacramento Kings have faced significant challenges this season. Currently sitting at the bottom of the Western Conference with a record of 12-45, they have struggled to find their rhythm. The Kings have won only 8 of their 37 Western Conference games.
- Scoring Woes: Sacramento averages a league-low 109.9 points per game.
- Shooting Percentage: The team has a shooting percentage of 46.1%.
- Last 10 Games: The Kings have not won in their last 10 games, going 0-10 and averaging just 104.6 points.
Key Matchup Insights
This game marks the second meeting between these teams this season. The Spurs previously secured a 123-110 victory over the Kings on November 16. Key players to watch include:
- De’Aaron Fox (Kings) – 13.7 points and 6.8 assists over the last 10 games.
- Maxime Raynaud (Kings) – Shooting 55.5% and averaging 10.0 points.
- Nique Clifford (Kings) – Averaging 1.5 made 3-pointers in recent games.
Injury Report
Injuries may impact both teams significantly:
| Team | Player | Status | Injury Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spurs | David Jones Garcia | Out for season | Ankle |
| Spurs | Lindy Waters III | Out | Knee |
| Spurs | Mason Plumlee | Out | Not injury related |
| Kings | Domantas Sabonis | Out for season | Back |
| Kings | Dylan Cardwell | Out | Ankle |
| Kings | De’Andre Hunter | Out | Eye |
| Kings | Zach LaVine | Out for season | Finger |
The matchup between the Spurs and Kings will be critical for San Antonio as they aim to maintain their momentum and winning streak. Meanwhile, Sacramento is seeking to turn around their season against a formidable opponent.
