DeRozan's 41 points shone as the Kings defeated the Jazz 116-111.

2026-03-16 04:58

March 16th - The Sacramento Kings defeated the Utah Jazz 116-111. DeMar DeRozan contributed 41 points, 4 rebounds, and 11 assists, while Achiuwa added 20 points, 11 rebounds, and 1 assist. For the Jazz, Williams scored 34 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists, while Sensab scored 22 points and 3 rebounds.

At the start of the game, DeRozan scored 5 consecutive points to take the lead, but the Jazz relied on Williams' consecutive scores to keep the score close. At the end of the first quarter, the Jazz led 28-26. In the second quarter, DeRozan hit consecutive mid-range shots, and Achiuwa scored on a fast break, gradually giving the Kings the initiative. At halftime, the Kings led the Jazz 54-49.

After switching sides, the Kings extended their lead to double digits, but the Jazz, relying on Collier and Sensab, kept closing the gap, trailing by only one point at the end of the third quarter. In the final quarter, DeRozan scored 5 consecutive points to stabilize the situation, and McDermott hit a crucial three-pointer to extend the lead. The Jazz narrowed the gap to just 3 points late in the quarter, but DeRozan's key free throws sealed the victory. Ultimately, the Kings narrowly defeated the Jazz 116-111 .

Jazz player statistics

Williams had 34 points, 7 rebounds, and 7 assists; Sensab had 22 points and 3 rebounds; Collier had 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 assists; Harkless had 13 points, 1 rebound, and 4 assists; Sibwe had 9 points, 9 rebounds, and 1 assist; and Hinson had 7 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist.

Kings player stats

DeRozan 41 points, 4 rebounds, 11 assists; Achiuwa 20 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist; Hayes 16 points, 5 rebounds, 8 assists; Clifford 10 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; Prowden 10 points, 4 rebounds, 2 assists; McDermott 9 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists; Reno 8 points, 12 rebounds, 1 assist; Caldwell 2 points, 7 rebounds, 1 assist

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