NBA: Kings' Hot Shooting Sends Warriors Home in Play-In Thriller
Sacramento Survives Western Matchup
Kings Outshoot Warriors in Comeback Victory
The Sacramento Kings shot the lights out in New Orleans on Saturday, defeating the Golden State Warriors 134-133 in Game 1 of their Western Conference Play-In matchup. The Kings, who trailed by as many as 14 points in the game, fought back to tie the score with just 3.3 seconds remaining on the clock. Harrison Barnes, who finished with a game-high 39 points, sunk the game-winning free throw to seal the victory.
The Kings were led by Keegan Murray, who scored 32 points, and DeAaron Fox, who added 24. The Warriors were led by Stephen Curry, who finished with 27 points.
With the victory, the Kings advance to the second round of the Play-In tournament, where they will face the New Orleans Pelicans on Monday. The Warriors are eliminated from the postseason.
The Kings' hot shooting was the key to their victory. They shot 56.1% from the field and 46.7% from three-point range. The Warriors, meanwhile, shot just 43.5% from the field and 36.4% from three-point range.
The Kings also outrebounded the Warriors 52-45.
The Warriors had a chance to tie the game in the final seconds, but Curry's three-point attempt rimmed out. The Kings then grabbed the rebound and ran out the clock.
The Kings' victory was a big upset. The Warriors were the No. 3 seed in the Western Conference, while the Kings were the No. 12 seed. However, the Kings played with great energy and determination, and they were able to pull out a hard-fought victory.
The Kings will now face the Pelicans in the second round of the Play-In tournament. The Pelicans are the No. 9 seed in the Western Conference. The winner of that game will advance to the playoffs.
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