Memphis arrives unbeaten while Sacramento needs a defensive reset and a big night from Domantas Sabonis.
Memphis brings a 2-0 record and a No. 9 power-index ranking into Sacramento, where the Kings are 0-2 and ranked No. 27. The gap shows in the early numbers: the Grizzlies average 117 points and allow 105.5, while Sacramento gives up 124.5 per game. Domantas Sabonis, with 37 rebounds and 18 assists through two games, is central to the Kings’ effort to control the frontcourt, especially with Memphis center Zach Edey ruled out. Sacramento’s path hinges on tightening its defense and turning Sabonis’ playmaking into efficient offense against a Grizzlies team led by Ty Jerome’s 73 points in two games.