Domantas Sabonis is doubtful to play against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. The three-time All-Star is dealing with an unspecified illness. Sabonis has missed three games this season. If he doesn’t comply, it would be his fourth absence of the season. The Kings are 1-1 without Sabonis.
In 28 games he averaged 21.1 points. 13.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists, shooting 60.3%, including 41.8% from 3 and 79.1% from the free throw line. However, Sacramento has not been able to achieve a winning record despite his availability. They are reeling in the stacked Western Conference with a 13-17 record, 12th in the standings.
The Pistons enter Thursday’s game in impressive form, having won three of their last four games, including two in a row against the Phoenix Suns and LA Lakers. Sacramento will be hoping Domantas Sabonis is good to go, as a fifth straight loss could be imminent in his absence.
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Domantas Sabonis Stats vs. Detroit Pistons
Domantas Sabonis has played 21 games against the Detroit Pistons, averaging 17.6 ppg, 10.0 rpg, and 3.9 apg on 59/29/79 splits, winning 12 games. He had an excellent series against them last year in the two-game season series, averaging 33.5 ppg, 11.0 rpg and 10.0 rpg. The Kings went 1-1. Sabonis and the Kings will face the Pistons for the first time this year.
Detroit is one of the most physical teams. It relies on that to win games. The Kings can counter that with players like Sabonis at their disposal, making his availability even more important. His rebounding and size could make him a key factor in this matchup.
How to watch the Detroit Pistons vs. Want to watch the Sacramento Kings?
FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and NBC Sports California will cover the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings in local areas. Viewers outside of TV coverage areas can watch live action online through NBA League Pass. The match starts at 10:00 PM ET at the Golden 1 Center.
Edited by Arhaan Raje