Clippers Defeat Kings 109-91 in Sacramento Showdown
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center
LA Clippers 109, Sacramento Kings 91, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won LA Clippers vs Sacramento Kings?
LA Clippers beat Sacramento Kings 109-91 at Golden 1 Center on October 15, 2025.
In a decisive matchup at the Golden 1 Center, the LA Clippers emerged victorious over the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 109-91. This game marks the Clippers' continued dominance over the Kings, as they have now won the season series 3-1. The Kings, struggling with a current record of 0-3, faced a tough challenge against an away team that has found its rhythm, boasting a record of 2-1 prior to this game.
The Clippers have been in impressive form, winning eight consecutive games leading into this matchup. Their recent performance has featured an average of 119.4 points scored per game while allowing just 106.0 points, showcasing their offensive strength and defensive resilience. In contrast, the Kings have had a more inconsistent run, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, averaging 113.6 points scored and allowing 111.0 points.
At home, the Kings have a record of 2-2, while their away performance stands at 3-3. This inconsistency has been a concern, particularly as they have struggled against the Clippers in their recent meetings. Notably, the Kings lost their last encounter with the Clippers on April 12, 2025, by a narrow margin of 100-101, and they have not beaten the Clippers in their last four meetings, with their last victory over them dating back to the previous season.
In terms of injuries, the Kings faced significant challenges with multiple players listed as Day-To-Day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The Clippers also had injury concerns, with Jordan Miller ruled out due to a shoulder injury, while Bradley Beal (hip) and Yanic Konan Niederhauser (foot) were both listed as Day-To-Day.
The market reflected the Clippers' strong form, with odds favoring them significantly in this matchup, indicating their status as the expected winners. The conditions for the game were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their playoff positions.
As the game unfolded, the Clippers maintained control, highlighted by strong performances from their key players. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter showcased their offensive firepower, with Nique Clifford making significant contributions, including a free throw and a three-point jumper. Kobe Sanders and Patrick Baldwin Jr. also added to the Clippers' score, ensuring a comfortable lead as the game drew to a close.
The Kings attempted to rally in the fourth quarter, with Dylan Cardwell and Maxime Raynaud making notable plays, but ultimately fell short. Their inability to close the gap reflected their ongoing struggles this season, particularly against a formidable opponent like the Clippers.
Overall, this game not only emphasizes the Clippers' current momentum but also raises questions for the Kings as they look to address their injury issues and find a way to compete more effectively in future matchups.
Injury report
- Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
- Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
- Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
- De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
- Jordan MillerOutShoulderLA Clippers
- Bradley BealDay-To-DayHipLA Clippers
- Yanic Konan NiederhauserDay-To-DayFootLA Clippers
Leaders
- PointsNique Clifford19Sacramento Kings
- AssistsZach LaVine6Sacramento Kings
- ReboundsDomantas Sabonis14Sacramento Kings
- PointsJohn Collins24LA Clippers
- AssistsChris Paul10LA Clippers
- ReboundsIvica Zubac8LA Clippers
Recent form
Sacramento Kings
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1113.6 scored · 111 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W109-98vs Phoenix SunsApr 13
- L100-101vs LA ClippersApr 12
- L116-124vs Denver NuggetsApr 10
- W127-117at Detroit PistonsApr 7
- W120-113at Cleveland CavaliersApr 6
- W125-102at Charlotte HornetsApr 4
- L111-116at Washington WizardsApr 2
- L109-111at Indiana PacersMar 31
- L91-121at Orlando MagicMar 29
- W128-107vs Portland Trail BlazersMar 28
LA Clippers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W8119.4 scored · 106 allowed per game4-1 away
- W124-119at Golden State WarriorsApr 13
- W101-100at Sacramento KingsApr 12
- W134-117vs Houston RocketsApr 10
- W122-117vs San Antonio SpursApr 9
- W135-104vs Dallas MavericksApr 6
- W114-91vs Dallas MavericksApr 5
- W114-98vs New Orleans PelicansApr 3
- W96-87at Orlando MagicMar 31
- L122-127at Cleveland CavaliersMar 30
- W132-100at Brooklyn NetsMar 28
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | LA Clippers | Sacramento Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 40-79 | 38-93 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 11-31 | 9-42 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 21 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 6-8 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 36 |
| Assists | 25 | 22 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 50 |
| Fouls | 13 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 29 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter72-52Jordan Miller makes dunk
- 3rd Quarter72-54Isaac Jones makes 4-foot dunk
- 3rd Quarter74-54Ivica Zubac makes 3-foot dunk
- 3rd Quarter75-54Derrick Jones Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-54James Harden makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter79-54Derrick Jones Jr. makes 3-foot layup (James Harden assists)
- 3rd Quarter79-56Nique Clifford makes 15-foot two point shot (Devin Carter assists)
- 3rd Quarter81-56John Collins makes 11-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter83-56Brook Lopez makes 15-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter83-58Nique Clifford makes dunk
- 3rd Quarter83-61Nique Clifford makes 26-foot three pointer (Drew Eubanks assists)
- 3rd Quarter85-61Chris Paul makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter86-61John Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter87-61John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter90-61John Collins makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nicolas Batum assists)
- 4th Quarter90-64Daeqwon Plowden makes 25-foot three point jumper (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 4th Quarter90-67DeMar DeRozan makes 26-foot three point jumper (Devin Carter assists)
- 4th Quarter92-67Brook Lopez makes 16-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter92-69Dylan Cardwell makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter93-69John Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-69John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-69Chris Paul makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jason Preston assists)
- 4th Quarter97-72Maxime Raynaud makes 26-foot three point jumper (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 4th Quarter99-72John Collins makes 5-foot dunk (Chris Paul assists)
- 4th Quarter99-75Daeqwon Plowden makes 23-foot three point jumper (Doug McDermott assists)
- 4th Quarter100-75John Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-75John Collins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter101-77Devin Carter makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter101-79Nique Clifford makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-79Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-79Yanic Konan Niederhauser makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter103-81Nique Clifford makes 5-foot layup (Dylan Cardwell assists)
- 4th Quarter103-82Nique Clifford makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter103-84Devin Carter makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter105-84Kobe Sanders makes driving layup (Yanic Konan Niederhauser assists)
- 4th Quarter107-84Kobe Brown makes 5-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter107-86Dylan Cardwell makes 3-foot dunk
- 4th Quarter107-89Nique Clifford makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dylan Cardwell assists)
- 4th Quarter107-91Maxime Raynaud makes 2-foot dunk (Terence Davis assists)
- 4th Quarter109-91Patrick Baldwin Jr. makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Sacramento Kings, below favours LA Clippers.
Venue
- Golden 1 CenterSacramento, CA
- Attendance16016
- OfficialsTony Brothers, Simone Jelks, Danielle Scott
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