Sacramento Kings will host New York Knicks at Golden 1 Center in an intriguing matchup of two of the league's bottom five defenses on Monday in an eye-opening clash of high-paced, shootout games that showcase each side's best qualities - scoring offense and defense alike. While Sacramento excels at fast-paced shootout-style games and holds eighth best scoring offense with an average 117 point per game offense; their defense has allowed opponents 115 or more points three out of their last four home decisions giving rival teams ample chances to score on them.
The Knicks have struggled in January, winning only two of their initial seven games. Yet they remain playoff contenders thanks to Karl-Anthony Towns' inside scoring and elite rebounding prowess; Josh Hart led his team with 13.5 boards during January alone! OG Anunoby provided depth off the bench by averaging 17 points during that stretch.
Sacramento will put the Knicks' defense through its pace, ball movement and mid-range mastery to the test with Sacramento Kings newest signing Zach LaVine averaging 23.8 points on 50% shooting since his arrival. LaVine should create mismatches on the perimeter for Sacramento but if their three-point shooting can be limited by New York they could prevent him from dominating this game; otherwise if their defense gives away easy baskets then another home loss could happen; provided their offense keeps the ball moving in transition and from beyond the arc this will likely remain close between both teams if this game goes down to its conclusion!
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