Sacramento Kings hosted the Los Angeles Lakers in front a sold out Golden 1 Center on Jan. 12. Here's how the game went.

On the season, Monk is now averaging 11.9 points, 2.4 assists, and 2.0 rebounds on 43.8% from the field and 42.3% from three. It's the three-point shooting that stands out as it would be a career-high for the 9-year veteran. Monk was a huge part of why the Kings finished the night 17-of-26 (65.4%) from beyond the arc tonight.

The Lakers defense went from on the mend to very weak on Monday, and it resulted in an unacceptable loss to the Kings.

For most NBA teams and their players, reaching the postseason and advancing to the deeper rounds can be considered a monumental success. This may be true for franchises like the Charlotte Hornets or even the Los Angeles Clippers — teams that have been perpetually subpar.

DeMar DeRozan registered 32 points and six assists and reserve Malik Monk produced season bests of 26 points and eight assists, leading the Sacramento Kings to a solid 124-112 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to face the Sacramento Kings on January 12, 2026, in a crucial Pacific Division clash. Despite both teams battling injuries, the Lakers, favored by 9.5 points, aim to solidify their Western Conference standing.

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking forward to having forward Rui Hachimura back in the lineup. The Japanese sensation missed his seventh straight game due to right calf soreness. There was an expectation that Hachimura would return for Monday’s game against the Sacramento Kings.

The Los Angeles Lakers have put together a solid season so far, sitting at 23-13 and good for fifth place in the Western Conference. Still, everyone knows that with LeBron James and Luka Doncic leading the way,