- Matchup: Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings
- Date: Sunday, October 26, 2025
- Venue: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA
- Broadcast: NBC Sports California
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This Sunday, the Sacramento Kings (0-1) are set to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (0-1) at the Golden 1 Center.
In their previous matchup, the Lakers encountered a defeat against the Warriors, concluding the game with a score of 119-109. The Lakers recorded 21 fouls while the Warriors had 27. From behind the arc, Los Angeles successfully landed 17 of their 40 attempts. Golden State capitalized at the free throw line, securing 89.7% by scoring 26 out of 29. The Warriors amassed 40 rebounds (9 on the offensive end) and notched 2 blocks. Additionally, they facilitated 29 assists and made 10 steals. Defensively, the Lakers allowed their opponents to score at a rate of 48.7%, making 38 of 78 shots. Los Angeles achieved 23 assists and forced 19 turnovers, alongside 7 steals of their own. On the boards, they collected 39 rebounds, with 7 on the offensive end, and converted 17 of 28 at the free-throw line, yielding a shooting percentage of 60.7%. The Lakers finished with a 54.5% field goal percentage (42 of 77), with only 8 of their 32 3-point attempts finding the net.
Luka Doncic was crucial in their last game, scoring 43 points on 17 of 27 shooting. He played for 41 minutes and secured 12 rebounds, achieving an impressive 63.0% shooting percentage and dishing out 9 assists.
As the Lakers prepare for this matchup, they currently hold an 0-1 record this season. They average 109.0 points per game (ranking 28th in the NBA) with a field goal percentage of 54.5%. Los Angeles struggles with 3-point shooting, hitting just 25.0% (8 of 32), and their free throw percentage stands at 60.7%. The team averages 39.0 rebounds and 23 assists, placing them 22nd in the league in assists. They also generate 20.0 turnovers per game and commit 21.0 fouls on average.
On the defensive side, the Lakers force 19.0 turnovers and draw 27.0 fouls per game. They allow opponents to shoot 42.5% from beyond the arc and are ranked 14th in points allowed per game (119.0). Los Angeles gives up a shooting percentage of 48.7% (38 of 78) and averages 40.0 rebounds, ranking 22nd in the NBA in assists allowed with 29 per game.
The Kings’ last outing ended in a heartbreaking loss, as they fell 120-116 to the Suns. Sacramento struggled on the boards, yielding 51 rebounds to Phoenix (18 on the offensive end). From long range, the Kings shot 29.4% (10 of 34) and were 20 of 28 from the charity stripe, achieving 71.4%. The Suns managed to sink 45 of their 95 attempts, translating to a field goal percentage of 47.4%. Sacramento hit 47 out of 94 shots, equating to a shooting rate of 50.0%. They also made 9 of 24 three-pointers (37.5%) and connected on 13 free throws at a percentage of 56.5%. Phoenix was called for 25 fouls, allowing the Kings 23 attempts from the free-throw line. In this matchup, Sacramento turned the ball over 13 times but also managed to earn 10 steals, acquiring 28 defensive boards and 9 offensive rebounds for a total of 37.
Zach LaVine was pivotal for the Kings, scoring 30 points in 35 minutes of play with 1 assist. He finished the game with a shooting percentage of 54.2%, making 13 out of 24 field goal attempts, and added 2 rebounds.
Sacramento enters this contest with a record of 0-1. Offensively, the Kings are shooting 50.0% from the field, ranking 9th in the league. They have totaled 116 points this season and average 37.0 rebounds per game. They are recording 24.0 assists per game (15th in the NBA) while averaging 13.0 turnovers per game. The Kings commit 22.0 fouls per game and achieve a 56.5% free throw shooting percentage.
On the defensive front, Sacramento holds opponents to 29.4% shooting from three (10 of 34) and allows 71.4% at the free-throw line. They surrender 23.0 assists and 51.0 rebounds on average, ranking 11th and 26th in the league, respectively. The Kings rank 15th in points allowed per game, giving up 120.0. They force 16.0 turnovers per game and permit teams to shoot 47.4% from the field (18th in the NBA).
Who will emerge victorious against the spread in tonight’s NBA matchup?
Prediction: Back Sacramento
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