nba Game Recap
Recap - Kings Defeat Los Angeles 141-137
The Lakers were burned for 34 points by De'Aaron Fox on Friday as the Kings picked up a 141-137 win at Staples Center.
Sacramento won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +7.5-point spread as underdogs. Totals bettors, meanwhile, saw the game go OVER the closing number of 229.0.
Sacramento got 25 points from Buddy Hield and another 19 points from Tyrese Haliburton. Tyrese Haliburton contributed 9 assists, while Chimezie Metu cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
The Lakers got a 30-point performance from LeBron James, who was supported by 29 points from Russell Westbrook. LeBron James had 11 assists in a losing cause for Los Angeles, while Russell Westbrook grabbed 10 rebounds.
Sacramento had a 56-51 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Sacramento looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Grizzlies. The Lakers will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Detroit.