Game #18: Kings vs. Lakers Preview

The 2002 NBA Western Conference Finals were rigged

What: Sacramento Kings (4-13) vs. Los Angeles Lakers (8-10)

When: 7:30pm PT

Where: Golden 1 Center (Sacramento, CA)

How to Watch: ESPN & NBC Sports California

How to Listen: KHTK Sports 1140

The Sacramento Kings are coming off of a loss to the Denver Nuggets at home. The loss broke their 3-game win streak at home.

BasketballReference.com // Kings' box score vs. Nuggets:

The LA Lakers are coming off of a win last night against the Chicago Bulls. The Lakers have won two straight.

BasketballReference.com // Lakers' box score vs. Bulls

Keys to the Game:

•Stop Kuzma

Lakers' rookie Kyle Kuzma has been red hot for the team so far this season. Shutting him down is the number one key to getting the W in this game. 36% of Kuzma's attempts are within three feet of the basket. Skal and Willie will have their hands full tonight.

•Get the ball (no pun intended) to Fox

De'Aaron Fox has been waiting for this matchup since draft day. There's no doubt he'll be playing with a huge chip on his shoulder when standing across from Lonzo Ball tonight. Give Fox the ball and let him do work. There's no better opportunity for a breakout game than tonight for Fox.

Inactive Report:

Sacramento:

Harry Giles (Bi-Lateral Knee Rehabilitation) - OUT

Vince Carter (Kidney Stones) - PROBABLE

Buddy Hield (Right Ankle Sprain) - PROBABLE

Georgios Papagiannis (Abdominal Strain) - PROBABLE

Los Angeles Lakers:

Larry Nance Jr. (second metacarpal fracture, left hand) - OUT

Probable Starters: