Published on: Nov 12, 2022 12:54 am IST|Updated on: Nov 12, 2022 12:54 am IST
LAL vs SAC Dream11: The NBA Regular Season has gifted us with a bunch of exciting battles already and it will be interesting to see how much momentum teams garner before they are hit by a bunch of injuries. And thus deep into the season, their depth will be challenged more than ever. There are teams that have been comparatively healthy and are still figuring their ways. One of those teams Sacramento Kings will visit the Los Angeles Lakers here.
The Kings come into the game after a 127:120 win against the Cleveland Cavaliers as Domantas Sabonis notched 21 points. They have won four out of ten games.
Meanwhile, the Lakers lost to the Clippers 101:114 despite a 30 points performance by LeBron James. The Lakers have lost nine out of their eleven games. Host: LA Lakers Visitors: Sacramento Kings Match Timing: 12 November, @ 09:00 AM Venue: crypto.com Arena
Kings: They have a lot of potential
The Kings have not posted an impressive record thus far but they have showcased great grit and most of their games have gone on to the final minutes. The biggest positive for the Kings has been that they have played fearless basketball even against quality teams and to be honest, they can really craft something special. The duo of De’Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis can work out as both players as willing passers, which aids the inside-out basketball. Talking about inside-outside basketball. Kevin Huerter has been nailing his shots from deep whereas Keagan Murray has been a solid presence too as a two-way wing. Harrison Barnes is a great complementary piece whereas Malik Monk gives scoring depth off-the-bench. Chimezie Metu, Trey Lyles, and Davion Mitchell form a strong defensive bench.
Lakers: No hope thus far
Unlike the Kings, the Lakers have lacked any sort of promise and fire thus far. They look beatable every night and even during the 2 wins, they didn’t look dialed-in. One of the biggest problems has been their long-range shooting and they desperately need someone who can be a consistent outside shooter. Anthony Davis has held the defensive end but with each game, even that side of the floor is being compromised. LeBron is playing hurt but even his presence hasn’t made much difference. Russell Westbrook has provided spark off-the-bench but his defense leaves a lot to be desired. Lonnie Walker IV is inconsistent while Tony Brown Jr is a complementary piece but not someone who can carry the team to wins.
Sacramento Kings | LA Lakers Games: 10 |11 Wins: 04 | 02 Defeats: 06 | 09
Sacramento Kings Team News
Kings Expected Starting Five Wing: SF: Harrison Barnes Middle: C: Domantas Sabonis | PF: Trey Lyles Guards: PG: De’Aaron Fox | SG: Kevin Huerter
BENCH: Keegan Murray, Davion Mitchell, Matthew Dellavedova, Malik Monk, Alex Len, Chimezie Metu, Chima Moneke, KZ Okpala, Neemias Queta.
Los Angeles Lakers Team News
Lakers Expected Starting Five Wing: SF: Troy Brown Jr. Big: PF: Anthony Davis Perimeter: PG: Patrick Beverley | SG: Lonnie Walker IV | PG: Kendrick Nunn
BENCH: Russell Westbrook, Wenyen Gabriel, Damian Jones, Juan Toscano-Anderson, Austin Reaves, Scotty Pipper Jr., Matt Ryan.
De’Aaron Fox(SAC) Points: 15 Rebounds: 02 Assists: 08 Steals: 03 The Swiper Fox has led the Kings’ scoring effort while also dishing a ton of assists, having another All-Star level season. I believe he will be in 25-31 points, 6-9 assists, and 1-3 steals range. Fox can be chosen as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 NBA Fantasy scenario.
Anthony Davis(LAL) Points: 21 Rebounds: 09 Assists: 03 Blocks: 01 Power Forward Anthony has been a strong defender, scorer, and rebounder. I believe he will be in 20-26 points, 9-13 rebounds, and 1-3 blocks range.
Domantas Sabonis(SAC) Points: 21 Rebounds: 05 Assists: 06 Steals: 03 Forward Sabonis has been one of the best all-around players and has made a huge difference as a scorer, rebounder, and playmaker. I believe he will be in 17-24 points, 8-11 rebounds, and 5-7 assists range here.
Russell Westbrook(LAL) Points: 14 Rebounds: 04 Assists: 09 Steals: 02 One-Guard Russell has been performing his role as a playmaker, scorer and rebounder off-the-bench. I believe he will be in 17-24 points, 6-9 assists, and 4-6 rebounds range here.
Austin Reaves(LAL) Points: 08 Rebounds: 09 Assists: 01 Guard Reaves has been a strong rebounding presence. I believe he will be in 4-8 points and 4-6 rebounds range.
Keegan Murray(SAC) Points: 14 Rebounds: 03 Assists: 01 Steals: 02 Blocks: 01 While Murray has showcased amazing props as the starting wing and can carry the Kings to an elevated position. I believe he will be in 15-21 points, 4-7 rebounds, and 1-3 steals range.
PG: R Westbrook(SP), D Fox, D Mitchell SG: M Monk, A Reaves SF: T Brown PF: K Murray C: A Davis(PP)
Will the Lakers be able to break their funk without LeBron James? This interesting game can be streamed live on the NBA League Pass. Scores, news, and stats can be accessed through the official website of the NBA. The extended highlights of the game will be available on the official YouTube channel of the NBA.