Sacramento took a hit on Domantas Sabonis’ injury status against the Thunder
The Sacramento Kings may be without their All-Star centerpiece again, Domantas Saboniswhen they face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night in their NBA Cup opener.
According to Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee, Sabonis is staying questionable with a left rib contusion causing him to miss Wednesday’s 121–116 win over the Golden State Warriors.
The 29-year-old center, who already sat out the season opener against the Phoenix Suns, has now missed two of Sacramento’s first nine games. The Kings have felt Sabonis’ absence on both ends, as he continues to anchor the team in efficiency and rebounding. So far this season, the three-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection is averaging 14.5 points, 14.2 rebounds and 4.0 assists in 34.7 minutes per game while shooting 52.2% from the field.
Sacramento’s win over Golden State was especially impressive considering they were without Sabonis, Zach LaVine and Keegan Murray. LaVine, who missed the game with back pain, is not on the injury report and is likely to return Friday.
The Kings (who have been strong at home) now turn their attention to an Oklahoma City team looking to bounce back from their first loss of the season, a 121–119 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers in which Oklahoma City blew a 22-point lead.
When the clubs met earlier this season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder to a 107-101 victory with 31 points, nine rebounds, four assists and three blocks, he scored seven points in the final series of 17–4.
Tipoff begins at 10:00 PM ET at Golden 1 Center.
2025-11-07 04:57:00
