Domantas Sabonis powers Sacramento to a 28-25 first-quarter lead, while Memphis stays close with a pair of sharp-shooting wings.
Sacramento finished the first quarter ahead 28-25, with Domantas Sabonis setting the pace on both ends. Sabonis has 10 points and 8 rebounds in 12 minutes, helping the Kings seize an early edge. Memphis stayed within striking distance as Jaylen Wells and Cedric Coward each scored 8, both going 2-for-2 from three. The lead is a welcome foothold for the 0-2 Kings against a 2-0 Grizzlies team ranked eighth in the power index, while Sacramento sits 26th.
Key Performers
Domantas Sabonis, Kings: 10 points, 8 rebounds Jaylen Wells, Grizzlies: 8 points, 2-for-2 from three Cedric Coward, Grizzlies: 8 points, 2-for-2 from three