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Trail Blazers Edge Kings in Competitive Matchup

Portland Trail Blazers
Portland Trail Blazers22-22
117
Sacramento Kings
Sacramento Kings12-31
110

Sunday, January 18, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Golden 1 Center

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Who won Portland Trail Blazers vs Sacramento Kings?

Portland Trail Blazers beat Sacramento Kings 117-110 at Golden 1 Center on January 18, 2026.

Who was favored in Portland Trail Blazers vs Sacramento Kings?

Portland Trail Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game at the Golden 1 Center, the Portland Trail Blazers defeated the Sacramento Kings 117-110. This victory extends the Trail Blazers' lead in the season series to 4-0, showcasing their dominance over the Kings in recent meetings. The Blazers have now won all four encounters this season, including a close 98-93 victory just weeks prior.

The Kings entered the matchup with a home record of 12-31, while the Trail Blazers boasted a more balanced away record of 22-22. Sacramento's recent form showed a significant improvement, as they had won four consecutive games leading up to this contest, averaging 115.6 points scored and allowing 112.6 points in their last five games. Their latest victories included a 128-115 win against the Washington Wizards and a 112-101 win over the New York Knicks. However, their overall home record of 4-3 in the last ten games indicates a struggle to maintain consistency throughout the season.

On the other hand, Portland came into the game with a solid record of 7-3 in their last ten games and a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 132-116. The Trail Blazers averaged 114.3 points scored and allowed 112.6 points during this stretch, demonstrating their offensive capabilities.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Kings had several key players listed as Day-To-Day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The Trail Blazers also had notable absences, with Ja Morant (elbow) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) listed as Day-To-Day, and Shaedon Sharpe ruled out due to a knee injury. The status of these players added an element of uncertainty to the matchup, impacting both teams' strategies.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the game, with DraftKings setting the odds at Portland -1.5. The total points line was set at 230.5, indicating expectations for a relatively high-scoring game. The odds for the over were -105.0, while the under was priced at -115.0, suggesting a slightly more favorable outlook for the under.

As the game unfolded, the Kings fought hard to maintain their winning streak, but the Trail Blazers proved to be resilient. Key moments included Malik Monk's three-point shot in the fourth quarter, which brought the Kings within five points at 112-107. However, Portland responded effectively with free throws from Deni Avdija and Russell Westbrook, ultimately sealing the game.

The Trail Blazers' ability to execute in crunch time was pivotal, as they capitalized on free throw opportunities and maintained their composure down the stretch. The Kings, while showing promise with their recent form, could not overcome the Blazers' experience and strategic play.

Overall, the matchup highlighted the ongoing rivalry between these two teams, with the Trail Blazers continuing to assert their dominance in the series. Sacramento's efforts to turn their season around will be critical as they look to build on their recent successes, while Portland aims to maintain their competitive edge as the season progresses.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsPOR -1.5 230.5 o -105 / u -115 Portland Trail Blazers -118 · Sacramento Kings -102

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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
  • Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
  • Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
  • Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers

Leaders

  • PointsRussell Westbrook23Sacramento Kings
  • AssistsRussell Westbrook7Sacramento Kings
  • ReboundsDylan Cardwell10Sacramento Kings
  • PointsDeni Avdija30Portland Trail Blazers
  • AssistsDeni Avdija8Portland Trail Blazers
  • ReboundsDonovan Clingan17Portland Trail Blazers

Recent form

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 4-6Streak W4107.2 scored · 115.8 allowed per game4-3 at home

  • W128-115vs Washington WizardsJan 17
  • W112-101vs New York KnicksJan 15
  • W124-112vs Los Angeles LakersJan 13
  • W111-98vs Houston RocketsJan 12
  • L103-137at Golden State WarriorsJan 10
  • L98-100vs Dallas MavericksJan 7
  • L98-115vs Milwaukee BucksJan 5
  • L102-129at Phoenix SunsJan 3
  • L106-120vs Boston CelticsJan 2
  • L90-131at LA ClippersDec 31

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 7-3Streak W2114.3 scored · 112.6 allowed per game2-2 away

  • W132-116vs Los Angeles LakersJan 18
  • W117-101vs Atlanta HawksJan 16
  • L97-119at Golden State WarriorsJan 14
  • L114-123vs New York KnicksJan 11
  • W111-105vs Houston RocketsJan 10
  • W103-102vs Houston RocketsJan 8
  • W137-117vs Utah JazzJan 6
  • W115-110at San Antonio SpursJan 4
  • W122-109at New Orleans PelicansJan 3
  • L95-124at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 1

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Oklahoma City-18L2.78064
Denver1028W12.65954
Minnesota1533W2.59849
Portland2240W2.51242
Utah4260L1.26822
LA Lakers-29W3.64653
Phoenix837W1.54945
LA Clippers1140W1.51242
Golden State1645L3.45137
Sacramento3160L1.26822

Box score

StatPortland Trail BlazersSacramento Kings
Field goals40-8342-86
Field goal %4849
Three-pointers8-3211-31
Three-point %2535
Free throws29-3315-18
Free throw %8883
Rebounds4340
Offensive rebounds1110
Defensive rebounds3230
Assists1829
Steals78
Blocks45
Turnovers1416
Team turnovers10
Technical fouls10
Technical fouls, total10
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers2428
Fast-break points1011
Points in the paint6250
Fouls1826
Largest lead142
Lead changes77
Time in front857

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter89-76Caleb Love makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
  2. 3rd Quarter89-78Dylan Cardwell makes 8-foot two point shot (Malik Monk assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter90-78Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 2
  4. 3rd Quarter91-78Donovan Clingan makes free throw 2 of 2
  5. 3rd Quarter91-80Domantas Sabonis makes 6-foot driving dunk (Maxime Raynaud assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter91-82Dennis Schroder makes 12-foot driving floating jump shot
  7. 3rd Quarter93-82Deni Avdija makes 6-foot two point shot
  8. 4th Quarter93-84Malik Monk makes driving layup (Nique Clifford assists)
  9. 4th Quarter93-86Malik Monk makes 6-foot dunk (Dennis Schroder assists)
  10. 4th Quarter94-86Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 2
  11. 4th Quarter95-86Donovan Clingan makes free throw 2 of 2
  12. 4th Quarter98-86Donovan Clingan makes 27-foot three point jumper (Rayan Rupert assists)
  13. 4th Quarter98-88DeMar DeRozan makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
  14. 4th Quarter100-88Donovan Clingan makes two point shot
  15. 4th Quarter101-88Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 1
  16. 4th Quarter101-90DeMar DeRozan makes 18-foot jumper (Russell Westbrook assists)
  17. 4th Quarter103-90Rayan Rupert makes 11-foot two point shot
  18. 4th Quarter103-92Dylan Cardwell makes 4-foot two point shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
  19. 4th Quarter104-92Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 4th Quarter105-92Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter105-95Malik Monk makes 27-foot running jump shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
  22. 4th Quarter106-95Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 2 of 2
  23. 4th Quarter107-95Donovan Clingan makes free throw 1 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter108-95Donovan Clingan makes free throw 2 of 2
  25. 4th Quarter108-97Dylan Cardwell makes 10-foot hook shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
  26. 4th Quarter108-99DeMar DeRozan makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
  27. 4th Quarter108-100Zach LaVine makes free throw 1 of 2
  28. 4th Quarter108-101Zach LaVine makes free throw 2 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter110-101Shaedon Sharpe makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
  30. 4th Quarter110-103DeMar DeRozan makes 19-foot jumper (Malik Monk assists)
  31. 4th Quarter112-103Deni Avdija makes driving layup
  32. 4th Quarter112-104DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 4th Quarter112-107Malik Monk makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
  34. 4th Quarter112-108Russell Westbrook makes free throw 2 of 2
  35. 4th Quarter113-108Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter114-108Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter115-108Shaedon Sharpe makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter115-110Russell Westbrook makes 4-foot driving dunk
  39. 4th Quarter116-110Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter117-110Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Sacramento Kings, below favours Portland Trail Blazers.

Venue

  • Golden 1 CenterSacramento, CA
  • Attendance16241
  • OfficialsEric Dalen, Tyler Ford, Matt Kallio

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