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Knicks Defeat Kings 103-87 at Madison Square Garden

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Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Madison Square Garden

New York Knicks 103, Sacramento Kings 87, 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 New York Knicks?

New York Knicks beat Sacramento Kings 103-87 at Madison Square Garden on January 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Sacramento Kings vs New York Knicks?

New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.

The New York Knicks secured a decisive victory over the Sacramento Kings, winning 103-87 at Madison Square Garden. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the series now tied at 1-1. The Knicks, boasting a home record of 28-18, have shown resilience despite their recent form, which includes a mixed bag of results with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They entered the contest on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Philadelphia 76ers and the Brooklyn Nets.

In contrast, the Sacramento Kings have struggled significantly this season, holding a dismal away record of 12-36. They faced the Knicks after a five-game losing streak, during which they averaged 114.8 points scored but allowed 119.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their last win came against the Washington Wizards on January 17, but they have since faltered against teams like the Detroit Pistons and the Cleveland Cavaliers.

The Knicks' scoring average over their last five games was 108.2, while they allowed an average of 104.2 points. This defensive improvement was crucial in their victory against the Kings, as they managed to keep Sacramento to just 87 points. Jalen Brunson was a standout performer for the Knicks, contributing significantly in the fourth quarter with multiple key shots, including a 26-foot three-point step back jumper that capped off the scoring for New York.

The Kings, despite their struggles, had previously defeated the Knicks in their last encounter on January 15, where they won 112-101. However, this game was different, as the Knicks utilized their home court advantage effectively. The Knicks' home record of 2-2 in their last four games reflects their ability to perform better at Madison Square Garden compared to their away performance, which has been less favorable at 2-4.

In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges with key players listed as day-to-day. The Knicks were without Mohamed Diawara and Jalen Brunson, while the Kings had Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Zach LaVine, and De'Andre Hunter all listed as day-to-day. The absence of these players could have impacted the teams' strategies and performances.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Knicks favored by 14.5 points, with a total set at 225.5. The odds reflected the disparity in team performance this season, with the Knicks being a strong favorite to win.

The game conditions were typical for a mid-winter matchup in New York, with the atmosphere at Madison Square Garden contributing to the Knicks' home court advantage. Fans were treated to a competitive game where the Knicks demonstrated their ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities while effectively shutting down the Kings' offense.

Overall, this game showcased the Knicks' potential as they look to solidify their position in the playoff race, while the Kings will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NY -14.5	225.5 o -110 / u -110	Sacramento Kings +550 · New York Knicks -800

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Injury report

Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings

Leaders

PointsJalen Brunson28New York Knicks
AssistsMikal Bridges5New York Knicks
ReboundsMitchell Robinson13New York Knicks
PointsDeMar DeRozan34Sacramento Kings
AssistsDomantas Sabonis7Sacramento Kings
ReboundsDomantas Sabonis12Sacramento Kings

Recent form

New York Knicks

Last 10: 4-6Streak W2108.5 scored · 109.1 allowed per game2-2 at home

W112-109at Philadelphia 76ersJan 24
W120-66vs Brooklyn NetsJan 22
L97-114vs Dallas MavericksJan 19
L99-106vs Phoenix SunsJan 18
L113-126at Golden State WarriorsJan 16
L101-112at Sacramento KingsJan 15
W123-114at Portland Trail BlazersJan 11
L107-112at Phoenix SunsJan 10
W123-111vs LA ClippersJan 8
L90-121at Detroit PistonsJan 6

Sacramento Kings

Last 10: 4-6Streak L5114.8 scored · 119.4 allowed per game0-3 away

L116-139at Detroit PistonsJan 25
L118-123at Cleveland CavaliersJan 24
L109-122vs Toronto RaptorsJan 22
L117-130vs Miami HeatJan 21
L110-117vs Portland Trail BlazersJan 19
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

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
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20

Box score

Stat	Sacramento Kings	New York Knicks
Field goals	35-87	37-78
Field goal %	40	47
Three-pointers	5-30	13-32
Three-point %	17	41
Free throws	12-14	16-18
Free throw %	86	89
Rebounds	44	44
Offensive rebounds	14	12
Defensive rebounds	30	32
Assists	18	24
Steals	8	11
Blocks	3	1
Turnovers	16	18
Team turnovers	1	3
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	23	20
Fast-break points	13	13
Points in the paint	42	34
Fouls	16	16
Largest lead	5	18
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	13	81

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter56-57Domantas Sabonis makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter56-58Josh Hart makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter56-59Josh Hart makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter58-59Russell Westbrook makes running layup
3rd Quarter58-61Jalen Brunson makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
3rd Quarter60-61DeMar DeRozan makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot (Domantas Sabonis assists)
3rd Quarter62-61Russell Westbrook makes 2-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter62-63Mikal Bridges makes layup (Karl-Anthony Towns assists)
3rd Quarter64-63DeMar DeRozan makes driving layup
3rd Quarter64-64Mitchell Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter64-66Jalen Brunson makes driving layup (Landry Shamet assists)
3rd Quarter64-68Miles McBride makes driving layup (Josh Hart assists)
3rd Quarter64-70Mitchell Robinson makes tip shot
3rd Quarter66-70Dennis Schroder makes driving layup
3rd Quarter67-70Maxime Raynaud makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter68-70Maxime Raynaud makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter68-71OG Anunoby makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter68-72OG Anunoby makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter70-72Nique Clifford makes 14-foot two point shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
3rd Quarter72-72Nique Clifford makes two point shot
4th Quarter72-75Karl-Anthony Towns makes 24-foot three point jumper (Landry Shamet assists)
4th Quarter74-75DeMar DeRozan makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter74-77Mikal Bridges makes 1-foot layup (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter74-80Karl-Anthony Towns makes 26-foot three point jumper (Miles McBride assists)
4th Quarter76-80Russell Westbrook makes tip shot
4th Quarter76-82Mikal Bridges makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter78-82Precious Achiuwa makes running dunk (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter78-85OG Anunoby makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
4th Quarter80-85DeMar DeRozan makes 17-foot pullup jump shot (Domantas Sabonis assists)
4th Quarter80-87Miles McBride makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter83-87Russell Westbrook makes 24-foot three point jumper (Domantas Sabonis assists)
4th Quarter83-90Mikal Bridges makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter85-90DeMar DeRozan makes 13-foot fade away jump shot (Russell Westbrook assists)
4th Quarter85-93Jalen Brunson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Miles McBride assists)
4th Quarter85-95Jalen Brunson makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
4th Quarter85-97Jalen Brunson makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter85-99OG Anunoby makes running dunk (Mikal Bridges assists)
4th Quarter85-100Jalen Brunson makes technical free throw
4th Quarter85-103Jalen Brunson makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
4th Quarter87-103Domantas Sabonis makes two point shot