The Sacramento Kings host the Los Angeles Lakers at Golden 1 Center on Sunday, October 26, 2025, for a Pacific Division clash. Both teams enter the game with identical 1-1 records.
The Lakers come in hot after a 128-110 home win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, where Luka Doncic exploded for 49 points, 11 rebounds, and eight assists. Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura added strong support on both ends.
The Kings edge into the matchup with momentum after a tight 105-104 victory over the Utah Jazz. Zach LaVine led the way with 31 points, Malik Monk chipped in 20, Dennis Schroeder scored 17, and Domantas Sabonis sealed the win with a clutch game-winner.
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Is Luka Doncic Playing Tonight Against the Sacramento Kings?
Luka Doncic’s availability for the Lakers’ matchup against the Kings remains uncertain as he deals with a left finger sprain. He picked up the injury recently, and the team hasn’t confirmed whether he’ll suit up tonight.
With a long season ahead, the Lakers could choose to rest him as a precaution for the game at Golden 1 Center.
Los Angeles Lakers Injury Report
Maxi Kleber: Out (Oblique)
LeBron James: Out (Sciatica)
Adou Thiero: Out (Knee)
Luka Doncic: Questionable (Finger)
Jaxson Hayes: Questionable (Knee)
Sacramento Kings Injury Report
Keegan Murray: Out (Thumb)
Nique Clifford: Out (Hamstring)
Zach LaVine: Questionable (Illness)
Los Angeles Lakers Players Stats
Luka Doncic Stats: GP 2, PTS 46.0, REB 11.5, AST 8.5, BLK 0.5
Austin Reaves Stats: GP 2, PTS 25.5, REB 6.0, AST 10.0, BLK 0.0
Rui Hachimura Stats: GP 2, PTS 16.0, REB 3.0, AST 1.5, BLK 0.0
Deandre Ayton Stats: GP 2, PTS 12.5, REB 7.0, AST 0.0, BLK 1.0
Marcus Smart Stats: GP 2, PTS 6.0, REB 0.0, AST 0.5, BLK 0.0
Sacramento Kings Players Stats
Zach LaVine Stats: GP 2, PTS 30.5, REB 2.0, AST 1.0, BLK 0.5
Malik Monk Stats: GP 2, PTS 19.5, REB 1.0, AST 2.5, BLK 1.0
DeMar DeRozan Stats: GP 2, PTS 18.0, REB 4.5, AST 7.5, BLK 0.5
Dennis Schroder Stats: GP 2, PTS 15.5, REB 3.0, AST 5.0, BLK 0.5
Domantas Sabonis Stats: GP 1, PTS 12.0, REB 12.0, AST 1.0, BLK 0.0
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Preview
The Lakers enter the matchup at the Golden 1 Center as slight road favorites, with both teams sitting at 1-1 early in the season. Doncic leads Los Angeles’s explosive offense after dropping 49 points in their dominant win over the Timberwolves.
Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura add balance with their scoring and playmaking, giving the Lakers multiple weapons to pressure Sacramento’s defense.
The Kings, meanwhile, lean on Zach LaVine, Domantas Sabonis, and DeMar DeRozan to carry the scoring load, while Russell Westbrook brings energy and experience off the bench.
Oddsmakers expect a tight contest, favoring the Lakers by about 2.5 points with the total hovering near 230.5. Some anticipate a shootout; others see a defensive grind.
Either way, the Lakers’ depth, star power, and current form make them the more reliable pick, though the Kings’ toughness and home-court edge could keep things interesting.