Home / Sports / Kings End 16-Game Skid: Westbrook Leads Charge
Kings End 16-Game Skid: Westbrook Leads Charge
24 Feb
Summary
- Sacramento Kings ended their franchise-record 16-game losing streak.
- Russell Westbrook scored 25 points to lead the Kings' victory.
- Precious Achiuwa contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds.
The Sacramento Kings ended their longest-ever franchise losing streak of 16 games with a 123-114 win over the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night. Key offensive contributions came from Russell Westbrook, who scored 25 points, and Precious Achiuwa, who posted 22 points and 12 rebounds.
DeMar DeRozan and Daeqwon Plowden also added 20 points each, with Plowden making a significant impact in the fourth quarter. The Kings, who hold the NBA's worst record, had not won a game since January 16th. Despite a comeback attempt by the Grizzlies in the third quarter, Sacramento established a double-digit lead and maintained control throughout the final period.
Both teams are navigating injury challenges, with the Grizzlies currently in 11th place in the Western Conference and facing significant roster disruptions. Sacramento's height advantage, particularly with Achiuwa's performance in the first half, proved beneficial against a Grizzlies team with limited tall players. The Kings' victory provides a crucial morale boost for a team looking to rebuild for the future.
