The Sacramento Kings are back in action Sunday after an entertaining Game 1 of the California Classic yesterday.
The Kings defeated the Brooklyn Nets 79-76 after a last-second three by Nique Clifford. Darius Acuff Jr. finished with 25 points, 3 assists and 2 rebounds. He had rough shooting outing (9-29 from the field), but played through it and turned it up in the second half. He made some really nice shots after breaking guys down off the dribble. The first half had everyone a little on edge, but Acuff Jr. was able to shake the rust or nerves off that caused him the slow start.
Emanuel Sharp looked impressive on defense and finished with 13 points, 4 rebounds, 2 steals and 1 assist. Dylan Cardwell looked rough on offense, but was his usual aggressive, fun self, finishing with 8 points, 8 rebound, 4 blocks and 2 steals. Clifford had 9 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists. Jonathan Mogbo was a nice surprise, finishing with 5 blocks, 7 rebounds, and 6 points.
The Kings take on the Warriors today at 2 pm. The game will be on ESPN+, Prime Video, and NBA TV.
