The Sacramento Kings are facing a challenging period as their key player, Domantas Sabonis, will be sidelined for at least a month. The team announced that Sabonis suffered a meniscus tear in his left knee during a game against San Antonio, which they lost 123-110. An MRI confirmed the partial tear, and Sabonis is set to be re-evaluated in three to four weeks.
Sabonis has been instrumental for the Kings, ranking third in team scoring with an average of 17.2 points per game. He also stands fourth in the NBA for rebounding, averaging 12.3 rebounds per game. His absence will be felt deeply as he has consistently led the league in rebounding throughout his tenure with the Kings.
The Kings have been struggling this season, entering Thursday with a disappointing
3-12 record. They are currently enduring a seven-game losing streak, with each loss by double digits. Coach Doug Christie expressed his disappointment over Sabonis' injury, acknowledging its impact on the team while wishing him a speedy recovery.
"Not happy. Feel for him obviously," Christie stated. "We need the big fellow, but it's the nature of what we do, and we know that when we sign up. It's unfortunate. Love him and hopes he gets well soon. "
With Sabonis out of action, players like Drew Eubanks and Precious Achiuwa are expected to see more minutes on the court. Their increased playing time will be crucial as the team navigates this challenging phase without one of their star players.
Sacramento Kings star center Domantas Sabonis has suffered a partially torn meniscus in his left knee and will be re-evaluated in 3-to-4 weeks, sources tell ESPN. pic.twitter.com/HBcFQSuw7o Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) November 20, 2025
The Kings will need to adapt quickly to maintain competitiveness in upcoming games without their leading rebounder. The team's ability to adjust and fill the void left by Sabonis will be critical as they aim to turn their season around.
