NBA · Final

Pacers Defeat Kings 116-105 at Home

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Monday, December 8, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Gainbridge Fieldhouse

Indiana Pacers 116, Sacramento Kings 105, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Sacramento Kings vs Indiana Pacers?

Indiana Pacers beat Sacramento Kings 116-105 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on December 8, 2025.

Who was favored in Sacramento Kings vs Indiana Pacers?

Indiana Pacers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.

The Indiana Pacers secured a victory against the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 116-105 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This matchup was noteworthy as both teams entered the game with identical records of 6-18, making it a battle for momentum in a challenging season. The Pacers now lead the series against the Kings 2-0, having previously defeated them earlier in the season.

In their recent form, the Pacers have shown some improvement, going 4-6 in their last 10 games with an average of 114.1 points scored and 114.6 points allowed. They are currently on a one-game winning streak, having won their last game against the Chicago Bulls 120-105. At home, they have a record of 3-3 over their last six games, with a scoring average of 116.2 points in their last five games, while allowing 112.4 points.

Conversely, the Kings have struggled, posting a 3-7 record in their last 10 games. They have averaged 109.8 points scored while allowing 119.5 points per game. They are also on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Miami Heat 127-111 in their most recent outing. On the road, the Kings have a record of 2-5 in their last seven games, with their last five games averaging 109.6 points scored and 117.4 points allowed.

In terms of injuries, the Pacers are dealing with Tyrese Haliburton, who is listed as day-to-day due to an Achilles issue, and Johnny Furphy, who is out with a knee injury. The Kings have several players listed as day-to-day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The status of these players could significantly impact both teams' performance.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Pacers favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 231.5. The odds for the over were -115.0, while the under was listed at -105.0, indicating a competitive expectation for the game.

The conditions for the game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse were typical for an indoor basketball setting, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to an exciting matchup, with the Pacers showcasing their ability to score effectively, particularly in the fourth quarter.

Throughout the game, viewers should have noted key scoring plays that highlighted the Pacers' offensive strategies. Notable moments included DeMar DeRozan's finger roll layup assisted by Precious Achiuwa, and Pascal Siakam's two-point shot assisted by Andrew Nembhard. The Pacers capitalized on free throws late in the game, with Jay Huff and Andrew Nembhard contributing to the final score through successful attempts from the charity stripe.

This victory not only boosts the Pacers' confidence but also emphasizes their potential to turn their season around, while the Kings will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	IND -3.5	231.5 o -115 / u -105	Sacramento Kings +136 · Indiana Pacers -162

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Injury report

Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings

Leaders

PointsAndrew Nembhard28Indiana Pacers
AssistsAndrew Nembhard12Indiana Pacers
ReboundsJay Huff7Indiana Pacers
PointsRussell Westbrook24Sacramento Kings
AssistsRussell Westbrook14Sacramento Kings
ReboundsRussell Westbrook12Sacramento Kings

Recent form

Indiana Pacers

Last 10: 4-6Streak W1114.1 scored · 114.6 allowed per game3-3 at home

W120-105at Chicago BullsDec 6
L120-135vs Denver NuggetsDec 4
L119-135vs Cleveland CavaliersDec 2
W103-101vs Chicago BullsNov 30
W119-86vs Washington WizardsNov 29
L95-97at Toronto RaptorsNov 27
L117-122vs Detroit PistonsNov 25
L109-120at Cleveland CavaliersNov 22
W127-118vs Charlotte HornetsNov 20
L112-127at Detroit PistonsNov 18

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 3-7Streak W1109.8 scored · 119.5 allowed per game2-5 away

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
L110-123at San Antonio SpursNov 16

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
Detroit	-	22	W3	.732	60
Cleveland	8	30	W1	.634	52
Milwaukee	28	50	L1	.390	32
Chicago	29	51	L2	.378	31
Indiana	41	63	L2	.232	19

Box score

Stat	Sacramento Kings	Indiana Pacers
Field goals	41-88	38-87
Field goal %	47	44
Three-pointers	7-22	14-35
Three-point %	32	40
Free throws	16-23	26-28
Free throw %	70	93
Rebounds	51	41
Offensive rebounds	15	10
Defensive rebounds	36	31
Assists	28	25
Steals	6	14
Blocks	4	7
Turnovers	19	13
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	1	1
Points off turnovers	17	16
Fast-break points	12	12
Points in the paint	50	34
Fouls	18	15
Largest lead	4	19
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	7	85

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter65-81Maxime Raynaud makes layup (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter67-81DeMar DeRozan makes 2-foot driving floating jump shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter69-81Russell Westbrook makes 9-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter69-83Andrew Nembhard makes two point shot (Jay Huff assists)
3rd Quarter72-83Zach LaVine makes 28-foot three point jumper (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter72-85Pascal Siakam makes 18-foot jumper (Andrew Nembhard assists)
3rd Quarter74-85Maxime Raynaud makes 6-foot two point shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter76-85Keegan Murray makes driving layup (Russell Westbrook assists)
3rd Quarter77-85Keegan Murray makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter77-88Bennedict Mathurin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jarace Walker assists)
3rd Quarter77-90T.J. McConnell makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
3rd Quarter79-90Russell Westbrook makes 18-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter79-92Jarace Walker makes 8-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter81-92Zach LaVine makes two point shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
3rd Quarter82-92DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter83-92DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter85-92Precious Achiuwa makes two point shot
3rd Quarter86-92Precious Achiuwa makes free throw 1 of 1
3rd Quarter88-92Precious Achiuwa makes tip shot
4th Quarter88-93Jarace Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter88-94Jarace Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-94Precious Achiuwa makes two point shot
4th Quarter90-97Jarace Walker makes 24-foot three pointer (T.J. McConnell assists)
4th Quarter92-97Nique Clifford makes 19-foot two point shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter95-97Russell Westbrook makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zach LaVine assists)
4th Quarter97-97Precious Achiuwa makes 5-foot hook shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter99-97Russell Westbrook makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter101-97Russell Westbrook makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter101-100Andrew Nembhard makes 25-foot three pointer (Pascal Siakam assists)
4th Quarter101-103Bennedict Mathurin makes 29-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter101-106Andrew Nembhard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
4th Quarter101-108Andrew Nembhard makes two point shot
4th Quarter103-108DeMar DeRozan makes finger roll layup (Precious Achiuwa assists)
4th Quarter103-110Pascal Siakam makes two point shot (Andrew Nembhard assists)
4th Quarter105-110Russell Westbrook makes 12-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-112Andrew Nembhard makes 1-foot two point shot
4th Quarter105-113Jay Huff makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter105-114Jay Huff makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter105-115Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter105-116Andrew Nembhard makes free throw 2 of 2