Kings Edge Pelicans 111-109 in NBA Game

The Sacramento Kings defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 111-109, marking their first victory over the Pelicans after a winless streak last season. Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with a season-high 32 points and matched his season-best with 20 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan added 29 points. Despite a comeback attempt by the Pelicans, led by CJ McCollum's 36 points and six three-pointers, the Kings maintained their lead in the final seconds with key plays by Malik Monk and Sabonis. The Pelicans, plagued by injuries and turnovers, have now lost 21 of their last 24 games. Meanwhile, the Kings have improved their record, winning four out of their last five games. The Kings will face the Denver Nuggets next, while the Pelicans head to Indiana.