NBA · Final

Nuggets Dominate Kings in Convincing Victory

Denver Nuggets18-6

136

Sacramento Kings6-19

105

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center

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Quick answers

Who won Denver Nuggets vs Sacramento Kings?

Denver Nuggets beat Sacramento Kings 136-105 at Golden 1 Center on December 11, 2025.

Who was favored in Denver Nuggets vs Sacramento Kings?

Denver Nuggets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.

The Denver Nuggets showcased their dominance over the Sacramento Kings with a decisive 136-105 victory at the Golden 1 Center. This win further solidifies the Nuggets' strong season, improving their record to 19-6, while the Kings fall to 6-20. The Nuggets have now won four out of their last five games, demonstrating their offensive prowess with an average of 125.6 points scored in their last ten outings. Meanwhile, the Kings have struggled, managing only a 3-7 record in their last ten games, with an average of 109.3 points scored.

The matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the fourth meeting of the season between these two teams, with the Nuggets winning three of the previous four encounters. Their ability to consistently outperform the Kings in recent matchups has been evident, with the Nuggets winning the last game against Sacramento on November 23, 2025, by a score of 128-123. Historically, the Kings have struggled against the Nuggets, holding a 1-6 record in their last seven meetings.

In terms of recent form, the Kings have faced challenges both at home and away. They have a home record of 1-2 in their last three games at the Golden 1 Center, while their overall away record stands at 2-5. Their last five games reflect a troubling trend, with an average of 110.6 points scored and 118.2 points allowed. Conversely, the Nuggets have thrived on the road, boasting an impressive 7-0 away record in their last seven games, with their last five games yielding an average of 127.0 points scored and 120.4 points allowed.

Injury concerns also played a role in this matchup. The Kings had multiple key players listed as day-to-day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The Nuggets also faced uncertainty with Aaron Gordon (calf) and Trevon Brazile (undisclosed) listed as day-to-day. The absence or limited availability of these players could have impacted the teams' performances.

The betting market reflected the Nuggets' strong position heading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 10.5 points in favor of Denver. The total for the game was set at 239.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds were heavily tilted towards the Nuggets at -485, while the Kings were listed at +370.

The game conditions were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to assert themselves early. The Nuggets capitalized on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the fourth quarter, where they extended their lead significantly. Key plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Maxime Raynaud and a 5-foot layup by Jonas Valanciunas, both contributing to the Nuggets' commanding performance.

Viewers should have noted the Nuggets' offensive efficiency and the Kings' defensive struggles throughout the game. The Nuggets' ability to capitalize on fast breaks and create open shots was evident, while the Kings struggled to find rhythm, particularly in the second half. The final score of 136-105 not only highlighted the Nuggets' superiority on the night but also underscored the challenges the Kings face as they continue to seek improvement in their season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DEN -10.5	239.5 o -110 / u -110	Denver Nuggets -485 · Sacramento Kings +370

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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
Aaron GordonDay-To-DayCalfDenver Nuggets
Trevon BrazileDay-To-DayUndisclosedDenver Nuggets

Leaders

PointsMalik Monk18Sacramento Kings
AssistsMalik Monk5Sacramento Kings
ReboundsMaxime Raynaud9Sacramento Kings
PointsNikola Jokic36Denver Nuggets
AssistsJamal Murray9Denver Nuggets
ReboundsNikola Jokic12Denver Nuggets

Recent form

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 3-7Streak L1109.3 scored · 118.8 allowed per game1-2 at home

L105-116at Indiana PacersDec 9
W127-111at Miami HeatDec 7
L95-121at Houston RocketsDec 4
L107-115vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 1
L119-128at Utah JazzNov 29
L100-112vs Phoenix SunsNov 27
W117-112vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 25
W128-123at Denver NuggetsNov 23
L96-137at Memphis GrizzliesNov 21
L99-113at Oklahoma City ThunderNov 20

Denver Nuggets

Last 10: 7-3Streak W3125.6 scored · 121.1 allowed per game7-0 away

W115-106at Charlotte HornetsDec 7
W134-133at Atlanta HawksDec 6
W135-120at Indiana PacersDec 4
L121-131vs Dallas MavericksDec 2
W130-112at Phoenix SunsNov 30
L136-139vs San Antonio SpursNov 29
W125-115at Memphis GrizzliesNov 25
L123-128vs Sacramento KingsNov 23
W112-109at Houston RocketsNov 22
W125-118at New Orleans PelicansNov 20

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22
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	Denver Nuggets	Sacramento Kings
Field goals	52-88	39-87
Field goal %	59	45
Three-pointers	12-29	11-38
Three-point %	41	29
Free throws	20-29	16-23
Free throw %	69	70
Rebounds	46	38
Offensive rebounds	10	10
Defensive rebounds	36	28
Assists	35	21
Steals	9	9
Blocks	0	4
Turnovers	12	16
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	15
Fast-break points	13	12
Points in the paint	66	46
Fouls	18	20
Largest lead	37	2
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	88	3

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter94-69Precious Achiuwa makes layup (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter96-69Peyton Watson makes layup (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter97-69Peyton Watson makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter97-71Malik Monk makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter97-73Keegan Murray makes alley oop layup (Keon Ellis assists)
3rd Quarter98-73Nikola Jokic makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter100-73Peyton Watson makes two point shot (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter100-75Devin Carter makes 1-foot layup (Malik Monk assists)
3rd Quarter102-75Nikola Jokic makes 6-foot two point shot (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter104-75Nikola Jokic makes layup
3rd Quarter104-77Nique Clifford makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter106-77Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 4-foot layup (Nikola Jokic assists)
3rd Quarter106-80Devin Carter makes 24-foot three point jumper (Malik Monk assists)
3rd Quarter109-80Jalen Pickett makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tim Hardaway Jr. assists)
3rd Quarter109-81Malik Monk makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-81Cameron Johnson makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Jalen Pickett assists)
4th Quarter111-84Malik Monk makes 24-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter113-84Jonas Valanciunas makes 11-foot two point shot
4th Quarter114-84Cameron Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter114-86Maxime Raynaud makes driving layup (Keon Ellis assists)
4th Quarter116-86Jonas Valanciunas makes tip shot
4th Quarter116-87Keon Ellis makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter118-87Jonas Valanciunas makes 7-foot two point shot
4th Quarter118-89Maxime Raynaud makes 5-foot two point shot (Devin Carter assists)
4th Quarter120-89Tim Hardaway Jr. makes 19-foot jumper (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter123-89Hunter Tyson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter123-91Keon Ellis makes 4-foot dunk (Devin Carter assists)
4th Quarter126-91Hunter Tyson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
4th Quarter128-91Bruce Brown makes driving layup (Jonas Valanciunas assists)
4th Quarter128-94Devin Carter makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malik Monk assists)
4th Quarter128-97Devin Carter makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Maxime Raynaud assists)
4th Quarter130-97Zeke Nnaji makes 2-foot dunk (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter130-100Maxime Raynaud makes 25-foot three point jumper (Malik Monk assists)
4th Quarter132-100Jonas Valanciunas makes 5-foot layup (Bruce Brown assists)
4th Quarter133-100Bruce Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter134-100Bruce Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter134-103Malik Monk makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter136-103Hunter Tyson makes 2-foot dunk
4th Quarter136-104Devin Carter makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter136-105Devin Carter makes free throw 2 of 2