In a highly anticipated matchup, Zach LaVine stole the show, scoring a season-high 36 points to lead the Sacramento Kings to a convincing 127-109 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. The game marked De’Aaron Fox’s first return to Sacramento as a visiting player, but LaVine’s outstanding performance overshadowed the homecoming.

LaVine, who has been on a tear lately, continued his hot streak, shooting 14-of-22 from the field and 4-of-7 from beyond the arc. He also added 5 rebounds and 4 assists to his impressive stat line. The 27-year-old guard’s scoring prowess was on full display, as he consistently found ways to get past Spurs defenders and finish at the rim.

The Kings, who have been struggling to find consistency this season, looked like a well-oiled machine against the Spurs. They shot 52% from the field and 42% from three, with six players scoring in double figures. Sacramento’s bench also played a crucial role, outscoring San Antonio’s reserves 43-24.

De’Aaron Fox, who was traded by the Kings in the offseason, received a warm welcome from the Sacramento crowd. However, he struggled to find his rhythm, scoring just 17 points on 6-of-16 shooting. The Spurs, who have been dealing with injuries to key players, looked out of sync and were unable to keep up with the Kings’ high-powered offense.

The win marked the Kings’ third straight victory, and they will look to continue their momentum when they face the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday. For the Spurs, the loss was their fifth in six games, and they will aim to bounce back against the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.

In the end, Zach LaVine’s outstanding performance was too much for the Spurs to handle, and the Kings emerged victorious in a game that was highly anticipated due to De’Aaron Fox’s return to Sacramento.