Mavericks Surge Past Kings in NBA Play-In, Secure Spot for Playoff Clash with Thunder
Source: news.source.inquirer
The Dallas Mavericks secured a convincing 120-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings in the NBA Western Conference play-in game, advancing to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the first round of the playoffs. Anthony Davis led the Mavericks with 27 points, while Klay Thompson contributed 23 points. The Kings, despite efforts from DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine, were eliminated from playoff contention.
Key Points
The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Sacramento Kings 120-106 in an NBA play-in game.
Anthony Davis led the Mavericks with 27 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 blocked shots.
Klay Thompson contributed 23 points to the Mavericks' victory.
The Mavericks will next face the Memphis Grizzlies in the final West play-in contest, with the winner earning the No. 8 seed to play the Oklahoma City Thunder.
The Sacramento Kings were eliminated from playoff contention after the loss.
DeMar DeRozan scored 33 points for the Kings, while Zach LaVine added 20 points and 9 assists.
This game marked only the 10th time Anthony Davis played for the Mavericks since being traded from the Los Angeles Lakers.
