Kings shine under new coach, trash Warriors 129-99

Malik Monk recorded 26 points and 12 assists, while Domantas Sabonis added 22 points, 13 rebounds, and seven assists as the Sacramento Kings routed the Golden State Warriors 129-99 on Sunday night. The victory marked Sacramento’s fourth consecutive win, achieved without their leading scorer, De’Aaron Fox.

The Kings dominated from start to finish, building a commanding 75-51 lead by halftime and maintaining control throughout. Frustrated home fans at Chase Center began leaving early, as Sacramento’s traveling supporters filled the arena with chants of “Let’s go Kings!”

FINAL: Kings defeat the Warriors 129-99.

👑 Malik Monk: 26 PTS, 12 AST, 4 STL
👑 Domantas Sabonis: 22 PTS, 13 REB, 7 AST
👑 Kevin Huerter: 16 PTS, 2 STL

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Curry had an amazing stretch, but it wasn’t enough for his team to avoid defeat. With 9:44 left on the clock in the second quarter, the first of Curry’s two four-point plays got Golden State back within 40-29. Draymond Green hit from downtown the next time, before Curry got a 3-pointer and a foul for a 4-point action, but even that didn’t shake King’s performance on their way towards the dominant win.

Curry led the Warriors with 26 points and seven rebounds in his return after resting during Saturday’s game against Memphis. Andrew Wiggins contributed 18 points, but Golden State couldn’t keep pace with Sacramento’s relentless performance.