Kings Dominate Wizards 128-115: Game Recap (January 17, 2026)
In a thrilling matchup on January 17, 2026, the Sacramento Kings triumphed over the Washington Wizards with a score of 128-115. This victory marked the Kings’ fourth consecutive win.
Kings’ Key Players Shine
Domantas Sabonis made a significant return from a knee injury, scoring 13 points. After missing 27 games due to a partially torn meniscus, he came off the bench with 5:11 left in the first quarter. In just over 21 minutes of play, he added seven rebounds and five assists while shooting 5 of 6 from the field.
Russell Westbrook led the Kings with 26 points, shooting 9 of 14 from the field, including an impressive 6 of 9 from three-point range. He also contributed six assists. Other notable performances included:
- DeMar DeRozan: 17 points
- Precious Achiuwa: 16 points
- Zach LaVine: 16 points
- Dennis Schroder: 15 points and five assists
Wizards Struggle Without Key Players
The Wizards, currently facing challenges, fell to 10-30 after their fifth straight loss. Alex Sarr led Washington with 19 points, while Tre Johnson added 18 points. The team is notably missing Trae Young, who is sidelined with knee and quadriceps injuries following his recent acquisition from Atlanta.
Game Highlights
| Period | Sacramento Kings | Washington Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| First Quarter | 41 | 39 |
| Second Quarter | 26 | 22 |
| Third Quarter | 34 | 23 |
| Fourth Quarter | 27 | 31 |
Upcoming Games
The Kings will host the Portland Trail Blazers on Sunday night, while the Wizards travel to Denver for their next matchup on Saturday evening.
This game showcased the Kings’ resilience and talent as they continue to build momentum in the season.
