Sacramento Kings fall 126-97 to Spurs in preseason finale

The Sacramento Kings concluded their preseason with a 126-97 loss to the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs dominated early, taking a 42-18 lead in the first quarter and maintaining a 34-point advantage at halftime.

San Antonio's head coach Mitch Johnson announced a three-guard starting lineup for the regular-season opener against the Oklahoma City Thunder, featuring De'Aaron Fox, Stephon Castle, and Dylan Harper. Fox scored 16 points in the first half, while Harper led all scorers with 19 points.

Victor Wembanyama contributed 14 points, eight rebounds, and two blocks in 17 minutes for the Spurs. Stephon Castle added 13 points, five rebounds, and five assists, and Devin Vassell provided 12 points, six rebounds, and four assists. Keldon Johnson scored 15 points off the bench.

For the Kings, Zach LaVine scored 20 points and made all seven free throws. Ben Simmons recorded 14 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, while Domantas Sabonis had 14 points and 10 rebounds. Precious Achiuwa added 13 points.

The Spurs' efficient shooting and transition play overwhelmed Sacramento, who fell behind by as much as 37 points during the game.