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Kings Edge Lakers in Thrilling Finish

Sacramento Kings
Sacramento Kings1-3
117
Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers1-5
116

Friday, October 17, 2025, 10:30 PM ET · crypto.com Arena

Sacramento Kings 117, Los Angeles Lakers 116, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Lakers?

Sacramento Kings beat Los Angeles Lakers 117-116 at crypto.com Arena on October 17, 2025.

In a closely contested matchup, the Sacramento Kings narrowly defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 117-116 at the crypto.com Arena. This game was notable as the Kings managed to secure a victory despite the ongoing injury concerns affecting key players. Sacramento's Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, and De'Andre Hunter were all listed as Day-To-Day, adding a layer of intrigue to their performance.

Both teams entered the game with struggling records; the Lakers held a home record of 1-5, while the Kings were 1-3 on the road. However, the Kings had shown better form recently, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games compared to the Lakers' 1-5. The Lakers had averaged 117.4 points scored and 112.5 points allowed in their last ten games, while the Kings averaged 113.6 points scored and 111.0 points allowed.

The Kings' recent form included a win against the Phoenix Suns just prior to this game, which might have contributed to their confidence going into the matchup. In contrast, the Lakers were coming off a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers, which extended their losing streak to one game. The Kings had a better performance on the road, with a 3-3 away record in their last ten games, while the Lakers struggled with a 3-1 home record.

Historically, the matchup favored the Lakers, who had won the previous four meetings against the Kings in the current season, including a 132-122 victory earlier in December. However, the Kings' recent victory could signal a shift in the rivalry, especially given the close nature of this game.

The game was competitive throughout, with several lead changes and a tense final quarter. Key scoring plays included Isaac Jones making a crucial free throw to put the Kings ahead late in the fourth quarter, followed by a two-foot alley-oop dunk that showcased the Kings' offensive prowess. The Lakers fought hard to regain the lead, but ultimately fell short as the Kings maintained composure in the final moments.

Betting lines from a leading provider indicated that the Lakers were favored to win, but the Kings' performance defied expectations. The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams showcasing their skills and determination.

As the game concluded, the Kings celebrated a hard-fought victory, while the Lakers were left to reassess their strategy moving forward. The injury status of the Kings' players will be closely monitored as they look to build on this momentum.

Injury report

  • Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
  • Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
  • Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
  • De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings

Leaders

  • PointsLuka Doncic31Los Angeles Lakers
  • AssistsLuka Doncic9Los Angeles Lakers
  • ReboundsDeandre Ayton9Los Angeles Lakers
  • PointsDennis Schroder25Sacramento Kings
  • AssistsNique Clifford7Sacramento Kings
  • ReboundsDylan Cardwell7Sacramento Kings

Recent form

Los Angeles Lakers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L1117.4 scored · 112.5 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • L81-109at Portland Trail BlazersApr 13
  • W140-109vs Houston RocketsApr 12
  • W112-97at Dallas MavericksApr 9
  • L120-136at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 9
  • W126-99at Oklahoma City ThunderApr 6
  • W124-108vs New Orleans PelicansApr 5
  • L116-123vs Golden State WarriorsApr 4
  • W104-98vs Houston RocketsApr 1
  • W134-127at Memphis GrizzliesMar 30
  • L117-119at Chicago BullsMar 28

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1113.6 scored · 111 allowed per game3-3 away

  • 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

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
LA Lakers-29W3.64653
Phoenix837W1.54945
LA Clippers1140W1.51242
Golden State1645L3.45137
Sacramento3160L1.26822

Box score

StatSacramento KingsLos Angeles Lakers
Field goals41-7539-86
Field goal %5545
Three-pointers13-2917-43
Three-point %4540
Free throws22-2821-29
Free throw %7972
Rebounds4033
Offensive rebounds58
Defensive rebounds3525
Assists2628
Steals710
Blocks43
Turnovers169
Team turnovers11
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1511
Fast-break points715
Points in the paint4840
Fouls2321
Largest lead511

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter81-86Nique Clifford makes free throw 2 of 2
  2. 3rd Quarter82-86Dario Saric makes free throw 1 of 2
  3. 3rd Quarter83-86Dario Saric makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 3rd Quarter83-88Marcus Smart makes 20-foot pullup jump shot (Jake LaRavia assists)
  5. 3rd Quarter85-88Maxime Raynaud makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (Devin Carter assists)
  6. 3rd Quarter86-88Maxime Raynaud makes free throw 1 of 1
  7. 3rd Quarter86-90Marcus Smart makes 3-foot two point shot
  8. 4th Quarter86-91Deandre Ayton makes free throw 1 of 2
  9. 4th Quarter86-92Deandre Ayton makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 4th Quarter89-92Keon Ellis makes 25-foot three pointer
  11. 4th Quarter89-93Luka Doncic makes free throw 1 of 2
  12. 4th Quarter91-93Keon Ellis makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
  13. 4th Quarter91-96Luka Doncic makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
  14. 4th Quarter94-96Dennis Schroder makes 26-foot three pointer
  15. 4th Quarter94-98Austin Reaves makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Luka Doncic assists)
  16. 4th Quarter96-98Dennis Schroder makes 2-foot two point shot
  17. 4th Quarter97-98Dennis Schroder makes free throw 1 of 2
  18. 4th Quarter98-98Dennis Schroder makes free throw 2 of 2
  19. 4th Quarter98-101Luka Doncic makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
  20. 4th Quarter98-102Rui Hachimura makes free throw 1 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter98-103Rui Hachimura makes free throw 2 of 2
  22. 4th Quarter100-103Nique Clifford makes jump bank shot
  23. 4th Quarter100-105Marcus Smart makes 1-foot two point shot (Austin Reaves assists)
  24. 4th Quarter101-105Drew Eubanks makes free throw 1 of 2
  25. 4th Quarter101-106Maxi Kleber makes free throw 2 of 2
  26. 4th Quarter101-108Jarred Vanderbilt makes driving layup (Marcus Smart assists)
  27. 4th Quarter103-108Dennis Schroder makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
  28. 4th Quarter105-108Dennis Schroder makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
  29. 4th Quarter105-109Christian Koloko makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter107-109Maxime Raynaud makes 13-foot two point shot (Nique Clifford assists)
  31. 4th Quarter107-111Dalton Knecht makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Christian Koloko assists)
  32. 4th Quarter109-111Isaac Jones makes tip shot
  33. 4th Quarter110-111Isaac Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
  34. 4th Quarter112-111Isaac Jones makes 2-foot alley oop dunk shot (Nique Clifford assists)
  35. 4th Quarter112-112Maxi Kleber makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 4th Quarter112-113Maxi Kleber makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter114-113Devin Carter makes tip shot
  38. 4th Quarter116-113Maxime Raynaud makes driving layup (Isaac Jones assists)
  39. 4th Quarter116-116Dalton Knecht makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jake LaRavia assists)
  40. 4th Quarter117-116Isaac Jones makes free throw 1 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Sacramento Kings.

Venue

  • crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
  • Attendance16053
  • OfficialsJ.T. Orr, Justin Van Duyne, Danielle Scott

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