Is Domantas Sabonis playing tonight against the Detroit Pistons? Kings 3x All-Star Status Update (December 26)

Domantas Sabonis is questionable to play against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. The three-time All-Star is dealing with an unspecified illness. Sabonis he missed three games this season. If he doesn’t fit in, it would be his fourth absence this season. The Kings are 1-1 without Sabonis.

In 28 games, he averaged 21.1 points. 13.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists, shooting 60.3%, including 41.8% from three and 79.1% from the free throw line. However, Sacramento he did not achieve a winning record despite his availability. They are reeling in a stacked Western Conference at 13-17, 12th in the standings.

The Pistons enter Thursday’s matchup in impressive form, winning three of their last four games, including two straight on the road against the Phoenix Suns and LA Lakers. Sacramento will hope Domantas Sabonis is ready as a fifth straight loss could be inevitable in his absence.

Domantas Sabonis statistics vs. Detroit Pistons

Domantas Sabonis played 21 games against the Detroit Pistons, averaging 17.6 points, 10.0 rebounds and 3.9 points per game on a 59/29/79 split, winning 12 games. He had a great run against them in the two-game series last year, averaging 33.5 points, 11.0 and 10.0 rebounds per game. The Kings scored 1-1. Sabonis and the Kings will face the Pistons for the first time this year.

Detroit is one of the most physical teams. He relies on it to win matches. The Kings can counter that with players like Sabonis at their disposal, which makes his availability even more crucial. His jump and size could make him a key factor in this matchup.

How to watch the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game?

FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and NBC Sports California will provide coverage of the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game in local regions. Viewers outside the broadcast area can watch the action live via NBA League Pass. The game begins at 10:00 PM ET at the Golden 1 Center.