Domantas Sabonis’ play is questionable Thursday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. The three-time All-Star is battling an unknown illness. Sabonis has missed three games this season. If he does not recover, he will be absent for the fourth time this season. Without Sabonis, the Kings are 1-1.
He is averaging 21.1 points in 28 games. He had 13.5 rebounds, 6.0 assists, and shot 60.3% (including 41.8% from 3 and 79.1% from the free throw line). However, despite his ability, Sacramento has not been able to achieve a winning record. They are in 12th place in the Western Conference with 13 wins and 17 losses.
The Pistons enter Thursday’s matchup on an impressive note having won three of their last four games, including two straight road wins against the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers. Sacramento will be counting on Domantas Sabonis to do well, as a five-game losing streak could be imminent without him.
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Domantas Sabonis stats vs. Detroit Pistons
Domantas Sabonis played in 21 games with the Detroit Pistons, averaging 17.6 points, 10.0 points, and 3.9 points on 59/29/79 splits, winning 12 games. He had a great performance against them in a two-game season series last year, averaging 33.5 ppg, 11.0 rpg, and 10.0 rpg. The Kings won 1-1. Sabonis and the Kings will face the Pistons for the first time this year.
Detroit is one of the most physical teams. Winning the game depends on it. The Kings can counter that by having a player like Sabonis at their disposal, which makes him even more important. His rebounding and size could be key in this matchup.
How can I watch the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game?
FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and NBC Sports California will broadcast the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game in local areas. Viewers outside of TV coverage can watch live action online through NBA League Pass. The game begins at 10pm ET at Golden 1 Center.
Edited by Arhaan Raje
