The Los Angeles Clippers secured a hard-fought 115-109 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Friday night at the Golden 1 Center. The win comes during a period of significant transition for the Clippers, who recently overhauled their roster ahead of the trade deadline.
Despite the Kings (12-41) introducing new acquisition Hunter to the home crowd, they were unable to snap what has now become an 11-game losing streak. The Clippers (24-27) relied on the veteran leadership of Kawhi Leonard to navigate a high-scoring affair that remained competitive until the final minutes.
Game Summary: 06 February 2026
| Team | 1st | 2nd | 3rd | 4th | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LA Clippers | 28 | 31 | 27 | 29 | 115 |
| Sacramento Kings | 25 | 29 | 30 | 25 | 109 |
Roster Shakeups and Trade Impact
The Clippers entered Friday’s matchup with a vastly different look following a flurry of trades earlier in the week. The team recently moved James Harden to the Cleveland Cavaliers in exchange for Darius Garland, while long-time centre Ivica Zubac was traded to the Indiana Pacers on Thursday.
While Garland did not suit up for Friday’s contest following the trade logistics, the Clippers’ remaining core managed to outlast a Kings squad led by DeMar DeRozan. Sacramento continues to struggle in the standings, currently holding one of the worst records in the Western Conference at .226.
Head-to-Head and Season Outlook
With this victory, the Clippers have won both meetings against the Kings so far in the 2025-26 season. Historically, the rivalry remains close, with the Kings holding a 124-111 all-time regular-season lead over the Clippers. However, Los Angeles has dominated the recent stretch, winning seven of the last ten encounters between the two Pacific Division rivals.
The two teams are scheduled to meet twice more this season:
- 14 March 2026: At Los Angeles (Intuit Dome)
- 05 April 2026: At Sacramento (Golden 1 Center)
The Clippers will look to integrate Garland into the lineup as they push for a play-in tournament spot, while the Kings remain focused on lottery positioning and the development of their new mid-season acquisitions.