Los Angeles Lakers @ Sacramento Kings
Matchups
Game Information
Sacramento, CA

Referee:Matt Boland
Referee:Monty McCutchen
Referee:Aaron Smith

2025-26 Standings
Western Conference
| Pacific | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Lakers | 33 | 21 | .611 | - | W1 |
| Phoenix | 32 | 23 | .582 | 1.5 | L1 |
| Golden State | 29 | 26 | .527 | 4.5 | L1 |
| LA Clippers | 26 | 28 | .481 | 7 | W1 |
| Sacramento | 12 | 44 | .214 | 22 | L14 |
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