UPDATE: The Sacramento Kings have just announced that All-Star center Domantas Sabonis will be sidelined for at least one week due to a Grade 1 hamstring strain. This injury means he will miss the Kings’ first two regular season games, including the season opener against the Phoenix Suns on October 25 and their home opener against the Utah Jazz on October 27.
Sabonis suffered the injury during a preseason loss to the Los Angeles Clippers last Wednesday and subsequently missed the preseason finale while undergoing diagnostic tests. Although the team reports the strain is minor, his absence is significant for the Kings as they kick off their season.
In addition to Sabonis, the Kings are already facing challenges with the absence of Keegan Murray, who is expected to be out for at least a month due to a torn UCL in his left thumb. The team has been experimenting with their lineup, utilizing second-year center Isaac Jones and veteran players Dario Saric and Drew Eubanks to fill the gaps left by both key players.
The earliest Sabonis could make his return is anticipated for a home game on October 29 against the Los Angeles Lakers. Fans and analysts alike will be closely watching the Kings’ performance in these critical games as they navigate these early-season injuries.
Stay tuned for more updates on Sabonis and the Kings as the season unfolds. This developing story highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the Kings and the impact of injuries on their quest for success this season.
