Domantas Sabonis Makes Sacramento Kings History vs. Boston Celtics

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis had a career night against the Boston Celtics.

Jan 10, 2025; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Sacramento Kings forward Domantas Sabonis (11) and forward Trey Lyles (41) react after defeating the Boston Celtics in the second half at TD Garden. | David Butler II-Imagn Images

The Sacramento Kings are officially back on track after taking down the Boston Celtics on the road in a 114-97 statement victory. The win puts the Kings at .500 on the year as they'll look to continue building on a six-game win streak.

Despite missing star point guard De'Aaron Fox, the Kings were able to snatch a dub thanks to a record-breaking performance from center Domantas Sabonis. The Kings' big man broke a Sacramento-era record by tallying 28 rebounds on Friday night.

That 28-rebound mark is a new career high for Sabonis who surpassed his previous high of 26. This marks the third time Sabonis has hauled 20 or more rebounds against the Celtics in a game.

From Kings:

Sabonis has now set set the single-game Sac era rebounding record with 27 tonight vs. the Celtics. This also marks a new career high.

— James Ham (@James_HamNBA) January 11, 2025

On top of dominating the boards, Sabonis was able to put up 23 points, three assists, and a block. His presence in the paint helped the Kings bully the defending champs and keep the Kings' hot streak alive.

Dominant Domas vs. BOS 💪 ⤵️:

👑 23 PTS
👑 28 PTS
👑 66% FG

😤 😤 😤 😤 😤 pic.twitter.com/YQbUVhptj6

— Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) January 11, 2025

Sabonis is having a career year through 34 games played. The big man is averaging 20.6 points, 13.8 rebounds, and 6.3 assists while shooting 59.2% from the field and 44.4% from three. His increased shooting ability has helped the Kings stretch the floor without having to rely on guards.

Sabonis now has five separate 20+ rebound performances this season. Furthermore, Sabonis is amid a 15-game double-double streak. As the king of double-doubles, it's only right for him to return to his throne.

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