The Sacramento Kings are opening eyes across the NBA this season, currently sitting in a play-in spot with a 17-15 record. After losing to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday, they're back at it against Nikola Jokic and Co. Wednesday in the tail end of a back-to-back at home. But, there is one question many Kings fans will have ahead of the matchup: Is Domantas Sabonis playing tonight?
Is Domantas Sabonis Playing vs Nuggets
The Lithuanian big man, who has been a key piece of Sacramento's success early on, recently broke his thumb. While he did miss Tuesday's contest and was initially listed as questionable, Sabonis will reportedly play through the injury and be available against the Nuggets.
Domantas Sabonis last played on December 23rd in a loss to the Washington Wizards, registering 20 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists. The injury is actually on his non-shooting hand, therefore Sabonis is trying to play through the pain if possible. On the season, he's averaging 17.9 points, 12.4 rebounds, and 6.7 assists. The 26-year-old leads the Association in boards per night.
Needless to say, the Kings would feel his absence. Alex Len started in place of Sabonis on Tuesday but was atrocious. Richaun Holmes and Trey Lyles will likely see a lot more minutes in the frontcourt if Sabonis misses additional time. But it looks like they won't have to worry about that unless he aggravates said injury.
So to answer the question, is Domantas Sabonis playing vs. Nuggets? Yes, the former All-Star will tough it out to help the Kings stay afloat in the Western Conference playoff race.
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