Kings Face Knicks in Exciting Non-Conference Matchup
The New York Knicks are set to face the Sacramento Kings in an exciting non-conference matchup. This game will take place in Sacramento, California, on Wednesday at 10 p.m. EST.
Team Performance Overview
The Knicks currently hold a record of 25-14, placing them second in the Eastern Conference. In contrast, the Kings struggle with a 10-30 record, sitting at 14th in the Western Conference.
Home and Away Records
- Kings: 7-13 in home games.
- Knicks: 9-10 in road games.
Scoring Statistics
Defensively, the Kings allow an average of 121.2 points per game, which leads to an average deficit of 11 points per game. Meanwhile, the Knicks are shooting 38.3% from beyond the arc, ranking them as the second-best team in the East.
3-Point Shooting
The Kings average 10.5 made three-pointers per game, which is significantly lower than the Knicks’ average allowed of 14.6. New York’s shooting percentage from the field is 47.3%, slightly trailing the 49.5% that Sacramento’s opponents have achieved against them.
Key Players to Watch
Both teams feature impressive talent. For the Kings, Russell Westbrook is averaging 14.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 6.9 assists. DeMar DeRozan has recently averaged 18.7 points, 4.6 assists, and 1.6 steals.
The Knicks showcase Karl-Anthony Towns, who is posting 21.2 points and 11.4 rebounds. Additionally, Jalen Brunson is performing well with an average of 28.4 points and 3.2 rebounds while shooting 47.7% in his last ten games.
Recent Performance
Last 10 Games
| Team | Record | Points per Game | Rebounds per Game | Assists per Game |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 3-7 | 104.6 | 39.1 | 23.4 |
| Knicks | 5-5 | 117.7 | 44.9 | 27.2 |
Injury Updates
Injury concerns may impact the game. For the Kings, Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis are both listed as out. The Knicks will be missing Landry Shamet, while Guerschon Yabusele is day-to-day with a quad issue.
This matchup promises to deliver high-stakes basketball as the Knicks look to maintain their status in the Eastern Conference while the Kings aim to turn around their season. Game on!
