Game Details
The New York Knicks will face the Sacramento Kings on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, at 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT).
The game will take place at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, serving as a home matchup for the Kings.
Broadcast options include NBCS-CA and MSG2, with live streaming available on platforms like ESPN and NBA League Pass.
This Eastern vs. Western Conference clash features a surging Knicks squad against a Kings team mired in a disappointing season, with New York entering as road favorites in what could be a lopsided affair.
Recent Team Forms
The Knicks have been in strong form, going 7-3 in their last 10 games with an offense clicking at 118.5 points per game on average.
They secured a 123-114 road win over the Portland Trail Blazers on January 11, led by balanced scoring and efficient three-point shooting (42%).
However, a 112-107 loss to the Phoenix Suns on January 9 exposed some perimeter defensive lapses. New York’s success stems from high-volume shooting and transition play, though road games have occasionally seen turnover issues.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 11 | @ POR | W | 123-114 |
| Jan 9 | @ PHX | L | 107-112 |
| Jan 7 | vs. LAC | W | 123-111 |
| Jan 5 | vs. Knicks (home vs. opponent not specified, but L) | L | (Part of 7-3 stretch) |
| Jan 3 | @ PHI | W | (Contributing to wins) |
The Kings have struggled mightily, posting a 2-8 record in their last 10 games while averaging just 108.2 points offensively.
They notched a surprising 111-98 home win over the Houston Rockets on January 11, thanks to improved bench scoring and forced turnovers.
A potential win or loss against the Lakers on January 12 could adjust their streak, but overall, injuries have decimated their lineup, leading to poor shooting efficiency (44% FG league rank).
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Jan 11 | vs. HOU | W | 111-98 |
| Jan 9 | vs. SAC (home vs. opponent not specified) | L | (Part of 2-8) |
| Jan 7 | @ OKC | L | (Ongoing struggles) |
| Jan 5 | vs. UTA | W | (Rare win) |
| Jan 3 | @ LAL | L | (Defensive breakdowns) |
Injury Report
The Knicks’ injury situation is relatively manageable but could affect depth. Josh Hart is available despite a right ankle sprain, providing versatility off the bench.
Landry Shamet remains out with a shoulder injury, sidelining a key shooter.
Guerschon Yabusele is out with a quadriceps issue, thinning the frontcourt slightly.
Stars like Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns are healthy and expected to play full minutes.
Sacramento faces significant absences that have crippled their season. Keegan Murray is out with a right ankle sprain and expected to miss at least three weeks.
Domantas Sabonis is sidelined with a knee injury until late January, removing their top rebounder and playmaker.
Isaiah Stevens is also out, further depleting the guard rotation.
De’Aaron Fox and DeMar DeRozan will carry the load, but the Kings’ depth is severely tested.
Key Player Matchups
This matchup highlights New York’s star power against Sacramento’s depleted roster, with potential for Knicks dominance in the paint and perimeter.
Jalen Brunson (NYK) vs. De’Aaron Fox (SAC): Brunson, averaging 25+ PPG with elite efficiency, thrives in pick-and-roll sets.
Fox counters with speed and scoring (24 PPG), but without Sabonis, his assists may drop, giving Brunson the edge in controlling tempo.
Karl-Anthony Towns (NYK) vs. Frontcourt (SAC): Towns’ scoring (22 PPG) and rebounding will exploit the Kings’ weakened interior sans Sabonis. Sacramento may rotate multiple defenders, but Towns’ shooting range could open the floor.
OG Anunoby (NYK) vs. DeMar DeRozan (SAC): Anunoby’s defense (top perimeter stopper) faces DeRozan’s mid-range mastery (20+ PPG).
This wing battle could swing momentum, with Anunoby’s length potentially limiting DeRozan.
Mikal Bridges (NYK) vs. Malik Monk (SAC): Bridges’ two-way play tests Monk’s bench scoring, where the Kings need energy without Murray.
Series History
The all-time regular-season series is closely contested, with the Kings holding a 159-153 edge over 312 games.
In recent matchups, the Knicks have dominated, winning 4 of the last 5, including a 143-120 blowout on January 25, 2025, fueled by high scoring.
Playoff history favors the Kings 4-3 in their lone series (1951), but modern games average over 220 combined points. New York’s recent form suggests they continue their streak.
Betting Trends
New York has covered the spread in 7 of their last 10 games and performs well as road favorites (6-4 ATS). The Kings are 1-4 ATS in their last 5, with a dismal 7-13 ATS at home this season.
Sacramento’s games trend under the total in 6 of their last 10 due to offensive struggles, while Knicks contests hit the over in 6 of 10. Head-to-head: The road team has covered in 3 of the last 5 meetings.
Game Odds
New York Knicks – 10.5
Sacramento Kings 232.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, January 13, 2026
