The time has finally come! The Sacramento Kings will play their first NBA game which counts in almost five months when they face the San Antonio Spurs.
Both teams are chasing at least seed no. 9 to advance in a potential play-in tournament against the Memphis Grizzlies.
This is a huge game for Sacramento. San Antonio lacks LaMarcus Aldridge, which is a blow to the Spurs. The Kings must take advantage of it and start with a strong start, especially with one of their main competitors in the pursuit of the playoffs – the New Orleans Pelicans – who challenge Utah Jazz with their opening.
Game information:
Where is it: Orlando, Florida
When: Friday, 5:00 p.m. PT
TV: NBC Sports California, (Gary Gerould, provisional interpreter and color commentator Doug Christie will call the games on NBCSC)
Streaming: fuboTV, NBA League Pass
Injuries / Absences:
King: Marvin Bagley III (out), Alex Len (questionable)
Spurs: LaMarcus Aldridge (out), Bryan Forbes (out)
To be pumped for the return of the Kings, here are some links from around the web:
Buddy Loved he was vocal about his time in the bubble. Now, the soft shooting guard isn’t holding back on what he feels about chasing the Kings for a playoff spot. (Kings.com)
Sacramento has had its share of shortcomings in the recent NBA Draft. 247Sports takes into consideration the worst draft of any NBA team since 2000.
What are you looking forward to seeing with the return of the NBA to the bubble? ESPN experts got together and put together a list of the 16 things they are excited to look for.
