Domantas Sabonis is questionable to play against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. The three-time All-Star is battling an unspecified illness. Sabonis missed three games this season. If he doesn’t wear the uniform, 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, 60.3% shooting, including 41.8% from 3 and 79.1% from the free throw line. However, Sacramento failed to achieve a winning record despite being available. They are reeling in the Western Conference with a 13-17 record, 12th in the standings.
The Pistons enter Thursday’s matchup in impressive form, winning three of their last four games, including two in a row on the road against the Phoenix Suns and LA Lakers. Sacramento is hoping Domantas Sabonis is ready to go because a fifth straight loss could be imminent in his absence.
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Domantas Sabonis Stats vs. Detroit Pistons
Domantas Sabonis played 21 games against the Detroit Pistons, averaging 17.6 ppg, 10.0 ppg and 3.9 ppg on 59/29/79, winning 12 games. He had a great run against them in the two-game series last year, 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. He relies on this to win matches. The Kings can counter that with players like Sabonis at their disposal, making his availability even more crucial. His rebounding and size could make him a key factor in this matchup.
How to watch the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game?
FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and NBC Sports California will provide coverage of the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game in local areas. Viewers outside of TV coverage areas can watch the action live online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 10 p.m. ET at Golden 1 Center.
Edited by Arhaan Raje
