Lakers Dominate Kings in 128-104 Victory
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · crypto.com Arena
Los Angeles Lakers 128, Sacramento Kings 104, 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?
Los Angeles Lakers beat Sacramento Kings 128-104 at crypto.com Arena on March 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Lakers?
Los Angeles Lakers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -750 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
The Los Angeles Lakers secured a decisive victory over the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 128-104 at the crypto.com Arena. This win not only solidifies the Lakers' standing in the league but also extends their dominance over the Kings, as they have now won the series 3-1 this season. The Lakers, boasting a record of 36-24, continue to showcase their strength at home, while the Kings struggle with a dismal 14-48 record.
In the lead-up to this matchup, the Lakers had a mixed bag of results, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They recently defeated the Golden State Warriors 129-101, which marked a return to form after a series of close losses, including a narrow 109-110 defeat against the Orlando Magic. On average, the Lakers scored 112.8 points while allowing 113.0 in their last ten outings. Their home record stands at 4-4, indicating that they have faced challenges even in familiar territory, but their recent victory suggests a positive trend.
Conversely, the Kings have struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games. Their recent win against the Dallas Mavericks, where they triumphed 130-121, was a rare highlight in an otherwise bleak stretch. The Kings have averaged 111.5 points scored while allowing a staggering 124.9 points in their last ten games. Their away record is particularly concerning, standing at 2-4, and they have not won a game on the road in their last four attempts.
Historically, the Lakers have dominated the matchup against the Kings, winning six out of the last seven meetings. In their most recent encounter on January 13, 2026, the Lakers suffered a 112-124 loss, but they bounced back with a convincing 125-101 win at home on December 29, 2025. This trend of dominance continued in the latest game, further establishing the Lakers as a formidable opponent for the Kings.
In terms of injuries, the Kings faced significant challenges with key players listed as Day-To-Day. Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, and De'Andre Hunter were all dealing with various injuries, which likely impacted their performance on the court. The uncertainty surrounding these players added to the Kings' difficulties in competing against a strong Lakers team.
The betting market reflected the Lakers' strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 12.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 235.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. The home moneyline for the Lakers was set at -750, while the Kings were listed at 525, indicating a significant disparity in expectations for the game.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with the Lakers taking advantage of their home court. Fans were treated to an exciting display of basketball, highlighted by impressive plays in the fourth quarter. Notable moments included Bronny James hitting a 26-foot three-pointer and Dalton Knecht finishing with a running layup that capped off the scoring for the Lakers.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed the Lakers' offensive prowess, with multiple players contributing to the scoreline. The Kings, despite their struggles, managed to keep the game competitive for stretches but ultimately could not match the Lakers' firepower. This game exemplified the Lakers' ability to capitalize on their strengths while the Kings continue to search for answers amid their ongoing challenges.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAL -12.5 | 235.5 o -110 / u -110 | Sacramento Kings +525 · Los Angeles Lakers -750 |
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 Doncic28Los Angeles Lakers
- AssistsLuka Doncic9Los Angeles Lakers
- ReboundsJake LaRavia7Los Angeles Lakers
- PointsNique Clifford26Sacramento Kings
- AssistsDeMar DeRozan8Sacramento Kings
- ReboundsMaxime Raynaud13Sacramento Kings
Recent form
Los Angeles Lakers
Last 10: 5-5Streak W1112.8 scored · 113 allowed per game4-4 at home
- W129-101at Golden State WarriorsMar 1
- L110-113at Phoenix SunsFeb 27
- L109-110vs Orlando MagicFeb 25
- L89-111vs Boston CelticsFeb 22
- W125-122vs LA ClippersFeb 21
- W124-104vs Dallas MavericksFeb 13
- L108-136vs San Antonio SpursFeb 11
- L110-119vs Oklahoma City ThunderFeb 10
- W105-99vs Golden State WarriorsFeb 8
- W119-115vs Philadelphia 76ersFeb 6
Sacramento Kings
Last 10: 2-8Streak W1111.5 scored · 124.9 allowed per game2-4 away
- W130-121at Dallas MavericksFeb 27
- L97-128at Houston RocketsFeb 26
- W123-114at Memphis GrizzliesFeb 24
- L122-139at San Antonio SpursFeb 22
- L94-131vs Orlando MagicFeb 20
- L93-121at Utah JazzFeb 12
- L94-120at New Orleans PelicansFeb 10
- L126-132vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 8
- L111-114vs LA ClippersFeb 7
- L125-129vs Memphis GrizzliesFeb 5
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 | Sacramento Kings | Los Angeles Lakers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 42-90 | 47-94 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 6-26 | 18-39 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 46 |
| Free throws | 14-15 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 93 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 52 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 36 | 28 |
| Assists | 30 | 34 |
| Steals | 4 | 14 |
| Blocks | 8 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 27 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 58 | 50 |
| Fouls | 16 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 30 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter64-86Luke Kennard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Luka Doncic assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-86Nique Clifford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter65-89Luka Doncic makes 25-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter67-89Drew Eubanks makes 2-foot dunk (Daeqwon Plowden assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-89Nique Clifford makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-91Luka Doncic makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter72-91Nique Clifford makes 27-foot three point jumper (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 3rd Quarter73-91Drew Eubanks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-91Drew Eubanks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-93Jake LaRavia makes 4-foot layup (LeBron James assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-93Drew Eubanks makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Malik Monk assists)
- 3rd Quarter76-96LeBron James makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter76-97LeBron James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-98LeBron James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-101Marcus Smart makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jake LaRavia assists)
- 4th Quarter78-101Drew Eubanks makes alley oop layup (Malik Monk assists)
- 4th Quarter78-103Maxi Kleber makes driving layup (Luke Kennard assists)
- 4th Quarter81-103Malik Monk makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter81-105LeBron James makes 2-foot running dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter83-105Maxime Raynaud makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter83-108LeBron James makes 25-foot three pointer (Luke Kennard assists)
- 4th Quarter85-108Precious Achiuwa makes 7-foot fade away jump shot (Nique Clifford assists)
- 4th Quarter85-110Maxi Kleber makes 2-foot dunk (Luke Kennard assists)
- 4th Quarter85-113LeBron James makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter87-113Devin Carter makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-116Rui Hachimura makes 27-foot three point jumper (Luke Kennard assists)
- 4th Quarter89-116Nique Clifford makes 22-foot step back jumpshot (Devin Carter assists)
- 4th Quarter89-118Jake LaRavia makes 1-foot dunk (Marcus Smart assists)
- 4th Quarter91-118Maxime Raynaud makes 7-foot floating jump shot (Nique Clifford assists)
- 4th Quarter93-118Maxime Raynaud makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Patrick Baldwin Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter93-120Adou Thiero makes 2-foot driving dunk (Bronny James assists)
- 4th Quarter93-121Adou Thiero makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter95-121Maxime Raynaud makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter95-124Bronny James makes 26-foot three pointer (Adou Thiero assists)
- 4th Quarter98-124Patrick Baldwin Jr. makes 27-foot three pointer (Killian Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter98-126Kobe Bufkin makes 1-foot layup (Bronny James assists)
- 4th Quarter98-128Dalton Knecht makes running layup
- 4th Quarter100-128Nique Clifford makes 2-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-128Maxime Raynaud makes 1-foot driving dunk (Devin Carter assists)
- 4th Quarter104-128Devin Carter makes running layup (Killian Hayes assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Los Angeles Lakers, below favours Sacramento Kings.
Venue
- crypto.com ArenaLos Angeles, CA
- Attendance18272
- OfficialsMitchell Ervin, Andy Nagy, Pat O'Connell
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