De’Aaron Fox Joins Elite Sacramento Kings Club with Career Milestone

In a riveting Monday night NBA showdown, De’Aaron Fox, with a robust 24-point display, surpassed the illustrious 10,000-point career mark, propelling the Sacramento Kings to a 111-98 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers. This is their maiden triumph of the ongoing season.

Fox etched his name into the annals of Kings’ history books, becoming the fifth player in the franchise’s storied lineage to achieve this feat. The historic moment came in the third quarter with a precise 3-pointer. The Kings led the game from the get-go, stretching a narrow 60-58 lead midway into the third quarter to a whopping 26 points in the final quarter.

DeMar DeRozan and DeAndre Ayton Shine in the NBA Matchup

Alongside Fox, DeMar DeRozan added 23 points, with 19 of those coming in the first half itself, including a contested buzzer-beater jumper that set the Kings ahead with a 51-43 lead. On the other end, DeAndre Ayton recorded a 20-point, 11-rebound double-double for the Blazers, emulating Bill Walton’s franchise record of four consecutive double-doubles to start a season.

Sacramento Kings’ Free Throw Precision and Other Game Highlights

The Kings showcased an impressive free throw accuracy, sinking 23 out of 25 attempts. Domantas Sabonis and Kevin Huerter chipped in with 16 points and 13 rebounds, and 18 points respectively for the Kings. The Trail Blazers, despite coach Chauncey Billups’ praise for their drive-and-kick looks, could only muster a meager 4 of 22 from beyond the arc, reflecting their struggles from the previous season.

Key Moments and Statistics of the Game

The Kings overturned a slow first half with a powerful 29-13 run in the third quarter, establishing an 18-point cushion entering the final quarter. This surge was fueled by Malik Monk and Sabonis, who produced a decisive 9-0 spurt. A noteworthy statistic from the game was the Kings’ defensive prowess, as they held the Blazers without a fast-break point until the dying stages of the fourth quarter.

What’s Next for the Teams

The Portland Trail Blazers will look to bounce back against the Los Angeles Clippers on Wednesday, while the Sacramento Kings aim to build on their victory when they travel to Utah on Tuesday, embarking on a four-game road trip.

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