Kings End 16-Game Skid
Sacramento Kings snapped a 16-game losing streak with a 123-114 victory over Memphis Grizzlies on February 24. The Spurs extended their winning streak to nine straight games by defeating Eastern Conference leaders Detroit 114-103. Houston Rockets climbed to third place in the Western Conference after routing Utah 125-105.
- The 16-game losing streak was the longest in the Sacramento Kings' franchise history. - Before their victory against Memphis, the Kings' last win was on January 16 against the Washington Wizards. Their last road win was on December 6 against the Miami Heat. - With a record of 13-46, the Kings are in 15th place in the Western Conference. - Veteran players led the way in the win, with Russell Westbrook scoring 25 points, and DeMar DeRozan adding 19. Precious Achiuwa also had a significant contribution with a double-double of 22 points and 12 rebounds. - The Memphis Grizzlies have been struggling as well, having lost six of their last seven games. - The Grizzlies were shorthanded due to injuries, with star point guard Ja Morant missing his 14th consecutive game. - The Kings' next game is against the third-place Houston Rockets.
