Can the Sacramento Kings Maintain Momentum at Golden 1 Center Against Charlotte Hornets?

As the Sacramento Kings gear up to face the Charlotte Hornets at the Golden 1 Center, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their impressive performance. The Kings have been on a roll, with a recent victory over the Memphis Grizzlies showcasing their dominance. In that game, they led for nearly 40 minutes and secured a substantial lead of 31 points at one point. Their offensive efficiency was remarkable, with an effective field goal percentage of 60 percent and true shooting percentage hitting an impressive 62 percent.

The team's scoring has been well-distributed, with bench players contributing significantly – accounting for nearly half of the total points in their win against Memphis. The Kings also demonstrated strong defensive capabilities, holding their opponents to just under 91 points per possession while maintaining an offensive rate of about 119 points per possession.

However, it wasn't all smooth sailing in recent games. Despite a high two-point shooting percentage of 69 percent against Portland Trail Blazers and outscoring them in fast-break points by double digits, they were unable to secure a win due to defensive challenges that saw them give up an average of around 129 points per possession.

Looking ahead to their matchup with Charlotte Hornets, maintaining defensive intensity will be crucial for Sacramento. They'll need to leverage their home-court advantage at Golden 1 Center and capitalize on strong performances from both starters and bench players alike.

Fans can catch this exciting game scheduled on January 3rd at NBCS-CA or BSSE networks depending on your location. With tip-off set for local time in Sacramento (Pacific Time Zone), be sure not to miss what promises to be another thrilling display from our very own Sacramento Kings!