Suns Edge Kings in Close Contest
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:00 PM ET · Mortgage Matchup Center
Phoenix Suns 120, Sacramento Kings 116, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.
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Who won Sacramento Kings vs Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns beat Sacramento Kings 120-116 at Mortgage Matchup Center on October 22, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Phoenix Suns triumphed over the Sacramento Kings with a final score of 120-116 at the Mortgage Matchup Center. This victory marks the Suns' second consecutive win against the Kings, as they now lead the season series 1-0. The game showcased the intensity of early-season NBA action, highlighting both teams' aspirations for a strong start.
The Suns entered the game with a record of 1-0, while the Kings were looking to bounce back from an initial loss, bringing their record to 0-1. Phoenix has struggled in recent outings, holding a 1-9 record over their last ten games, with an average of 106.6 points scored and 123.7 points allowed. Their recent form includes a loss to the Kings just last season, where they fell 98-109 on April 13, 2025. Conversely, Sacramento had a more balanced recent performance, boasting a 5-5 record in their last ten games, averaging 113.6 points scored and 111.0 points allowed. Their last five games showed a record of 3-2, indicating a resurgence in their performance as they look to build momentum.
At home, the Suns have a record of 1-4, while the Kings have fared better on the road with a 3-3 record. This game was particularly important for both teams as they aimed to establish themselves early in the season. The Kings had previously lost to the Suns in their last matchup, but they were looking to turn the tide in this encounter.
In terms of injuries, both teams faced challenges. The Suns had CJ Huntley and Mark Williams listed as day-to-day due to hamstring and foot issues, respectively. The Kings had several key players also marked as day-to-day, including Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), and De'Andre Hunter (eye). The status of these players added an element of uncertainty to the game, impacting strategies and rotations.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with the Suns having a home win probability of 1.0, indicating strong confidence in their ability to secure the victory at home. This confidence was evident as they managed to hold off a late charge from the Kings.
The game unfolded with a series of scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. In the fourth quarter, Devin Booker played a crucial role, making several free throws that helped the Suns maintain their lead. Notably, he made two free throws to push the score to 120-114, before Dylan Cardwell of the Kings responded with a dunk, closing the gap to 120-116. Despite the Kings' efforts, they could not overcome the deficit, and the Suns held on for the win.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for what could be an exciting season ahead. The Suns will look to build on this victory, while the Kings will aim to regroup and find their rhythm as they navigate the challenges of the NBA season.
Injury report
- CJ HuntleyDay-To-DayHamstringPhoenix Suns
- Mark WilliamsDay-To-DayFootPhoenix Suns
- Domantas SabonisDay-To-DayKneeSacramento Kings
- Keegan MurrayDay-To-DayAnkleSacramento Kings
- Zach LaVineDay-To-DayHandSacramento Kings
- De'Andre HunterDay-To-DayEyeSacramento Kings
Leaders
- PointsDevin Booker31Phoenix Suns
- AssistsGrayson Allen7Phoenix Suns
- ReboundsMark Williams11Phoenix Suns
- PointsZach LaVine30Sacramento Kings
- AssistsDeMar DeRozan9Sacramento Kings
- ReboundsNique Clifford8Sacramento Kings
Recent form
Phoenix Suns
Last 10: 1-9Streak L1106.6 scored · 123.7 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L98-109at Sacramento KingsApr 13
- W117-98vs San Antonio SpursApr 12
- L112-125vs Oklahoma City ThunderApr 10
- L95-133vs Golden State WarriorsApr 9
- L98-112at New York KnicksApr 6
- L103-123at Boston CelticsApr 4
- L123-133at Milwaukee BucksApr 1
- L109-148vs Houston RocketsMar 31
- L109-124at Minnesota TimberwolvesMar 29
- L102-132vs Boston CelticsMar 27
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
| 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 | Phoenix Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 47-94 | 45-95 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 10-34 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 29 |
| Free throws | 13-23 | 20-28 |
| Free throw % | 57 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 51 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 33 |
| Assists | 24 | 23 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 10 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 16 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 54 | 64 |
| Fouls | 22 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter88-83Mark Williams makes 3-foot alley oop dunk shot (Dillon Brooks assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-83Russell Westbrook makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter89-85Collin Gillespie makes 10-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter89-87Grayson Allen makes 13-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter91-87Keon Ellis makes 8-foot pullup jump shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 3rd Quarter91-89Grayson Allen makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter91-90Grayson Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter92-90DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-90Russell Westbrook makes two point shot (DeMar DeRozan assists)
- 4th Quarter94-93Royce O'Neale makes 23-foot three point jumper (Grayson Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter94-96Royce O'Neale makes 26-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter94-99Grayson Allen makes 28-foot three point jumper (Collin Gillespie assists)
- 4th Quarter94-101Collin Gillespie makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter95-101Drew Eubanks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter97-101DeMar DeRozan makes 3-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter97-104Grayson Allen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Devin Booker assists)
- 4th Quarter97-106Dillon Brooks makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter100-106DeMar DeRozan makes 28-foot three point jumper (Nique Clifford assists)
- 4th Quarter102-106Dennis Schroder makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter104-106DeMar DeRozan makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter104-107Grayson Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter104-108Grayson Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-108Dennis Schroder makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter106-110Dillon Brooks makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter107-110Malik Monk makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-110Malik Monk makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-110Malik Monk makes 10-foot pullup jump shot (Dennis Schroder assists)
- 4th Quarter110-111Dillon Brooks makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter110-112Dillon Brooks makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter110-113Dillon Brooks makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter111-113DeMar DeRozan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter111-115Devin Booker makes 11-foot two point shot (Grayson Allen assists)
- 4th Quarter111-116Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-116Zach LaVine makes 23-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter113-117Devin Booker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-118Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-118Dylan Cardwell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-119Devin Booker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter114-120Devin Booker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-120Dylan Cardwell makes 2-foot dunk (Dennis Schroder assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Phoenix Suns, below favours Sacramento Kings.
Venue
- Mortgage Matchup CenterPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance17071
- OfficialsSean Corbin, Phenizee Ransom, Tyler Ford
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