NBA · Final

Celtics Defeat Kings 120-106 in Sacramento

Boston Celtics21-12

120

Sacramento Kings8-26

106

Thursday, January 1, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center

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Quick answers

Who won Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings?

Boston Celtics beat Sacramento Kings 120-106 at Golden 1 Center on January 1, 2026.

Who was favored in Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings?

Boston Celtics were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.

The Boston Celtics secured a decisive victory against the Sacramento Kings, winning 120-106 at the Golden 1 Center. This matchup was particularly interesting as the Celtics entered the game with a strong away record of 21-12, while the Kings struggled at home with a record of 8-26. The Celtics now lead the season series 2-0, having previously defeated the Kings 114-97 on January 11, 2025.

In their last ten games, the Kings have struggled, posting a record of 2-8 and currently on a two-game losing streak. They have averaged 109.5 points scored while allowing 122.4 points per game during this stretch. Their recent games included a 90-131 loss to the LA Clippers and a 101-125 defeat against the Los Angeles Lakers, highlighting their defensive challenges. At home, the Kings have a record of 2-3 in their last five games, averaging 111.2 points scored and 124.6 points allowed.

Conversely, the Celtics have been performing well, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games and currently on a one-game winning streak. They have averaged 117.4 points scored and allowed 110.8 points during this period. Their recent victory came against the Utah Jazz, where they won 129-119. The Celtics have a solid away record of 4-2 in their last six games, showcasing their ability to perform on the road.

In terms of injuries, the Kings faced challenges with several key players listed as day-to-day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The Celtics also had a notable injury concern with Jayson Tatum (knee) listed as day-to-day, which could impact their lineup.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Celtics favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 229.5. The Celtics' moneyline was -440, while the Kings were at +340, reflecting the disparity in their recent performances and records.

The game conditions were typical for a January evening in Sacramento, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. Viewers could watch for the Celtics' offensive execution and defensive resilience, particularly in how they managed to outscore the Kings in crucial moments of the game. The final scoring plays highlighted Boston's ability to maintain control in the fourth quarter, with Derrick White contributing a key pullup jump shot and Payton Pritchard making significant plays to close out the game.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BOS -10.5	229.5 o -108 / u -112	Boston Celtics -440 · Sacramento Kings +340

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Injury report

Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
Jayson TatumDay-To-DayKneeBoston Celtics

Leaders

PointsDeMar DeRozan25Sacramento Kings
AssistsDennis Schroder7Sacramento Kings
ReboundsMaxime Raynaud8Sacramento Kings
PointsJaylen Brown29Boston Celtics
AssistsDerrick White7Boston Celtics
ReboundsJaylen Brown10Boston Celtics

Recent form

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 2-8Streak L2109.5 scored · 122.4 allowed per game2-3 at home

L90-131at LA ClippersDec 31
L101-125at Los Angeles LakersDec 29
W113-107vs Dallas MavericksDec 27
L127-136vs Detroit PistonsDec 24
W125-124vs Houston RocketsDec 22
L93-98vs Portland Trail BlazersDec 21
L133-134at Portland Trail BlazersDec 19
L103-117at Minnesota TimberwolvesDec 15
L105-136vs Denver NuggetsDec 12
L105-116at Indiana PacersDec 9

Boston Celtics

Last 10: 7-3Streak W1117.4 scored · 110.8 allowed per game4-2 away

W129-119at Utah JazzDec 31
L108-114at Portland Trail BlazersDec 28
W140-122at Indiana PacersDec 27
W103-95vs Indiana PacersDec 23
W112-96at Toronto RaptorsDec 21
W129-116vs Miami HeatDec 20
L105-112vs Detroit PistonsDec 16
L101-116at Milwaukee BucksDec 12
W121-113at Toronto RaptorsDec 7
W126-105vs Los Angeles LakersDec 6

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
LA Lakers	-	29	W3	.646	53
Phoenix	8	37	W1	.549	45
LA Clippers	11	40	W1	.512	42
Golden State	16	45	L3	.451	37
Sacramento	31	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Boston Celtics	Sacramento Kings
Field goals	44-87	40-85
Field goal %	51	47
Three-pointers	17-41	12-36
Three-point %	41	33
Free throws	15-18	14-15
Free throw %	83	93
Rebounds	40	32
Offensive rebounds	5	8
Defensive rebounds	35	24
Assists	25	29
Steals	8	7
Blocks	6	2
Turnovers	12	9
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	9
Fast-break points	9	11
Points in the paint	50	40
Fouls	12	17
Largest lead	14	8
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	37	51

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter82-82Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter82-83Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter82-84Keon Ellis makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter84-84Derrick White makes 16-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter84-86Dennis Schroder makes 19-foot pullup jump shot (Precious Achiuwa assists)
3rd Quarter86-86Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
3rd Quarter86-88Precious Achiuwa makes alley oop layup (Keegan Murray assists)
3rd Quarter88-88Neemias Queta makes running layup (Derrick White assists)
4th Quarter89-88Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter90-88Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-90Dennis Schroder makes driving layup
4th Quarter93-90Derrick White makes 27-foot three point jumper (Hugo Gonzalez assists)
4th Quarter93-92Keon Ellis makes two point shot (Nique Clifford assists)
4th Quarter95-92Luka Garza makes 3-foot layup (Anfernee Simons assists)
4th Quarter97-92Derrick White makes driving layup
4th Quarter97-93Maxime Raynaud makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter97-94Maxime Raynaud makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter98-94Derrick White makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-94Derrick White makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter99-96DeMar DeRozan makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
4th Quarter102-96Sam Hauser makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Brown assists)
4th Quarter102-97DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter102-98DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-98Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-98Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-99Russell Westbrook makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-100Russell Westbrook makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter106-100Jaylen Brown makes 13-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter107-100Jaylen Brown makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter110-100Derrick White makes 26-foot three pointer
4th Quarter110-102DeMar DeRozan makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
4th Quarter112-102Jaylen Brown makes driving layup
4th Quarter114-102Derrick White makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter115-102Jaylen Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-104Maxime Raynaud makes 12-foot floating jump shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
4th Quarter115-105DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter115-106DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter117-106Payton Pritchard makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter118-106Neemias Queta makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter120-106Neemias Queta makes 3-foot dunk (Payton Pritchard assists)