NBA: Sabonis' historic triple-double helps Sacramento sink Toronto 112-107
Domantas Sabonis, the Sacramento Kings center, made NBA history with a perfect triple-double against the Toronto Raptors, shooting 6 for 6 from the field and 5 for 5 at the free-throw line. This rare achievement highlights his efficiency, as Sabonis became the first player in NBA history to complete a triple-double with a perfect shooting record. We decode the historic record and Sabonis' stats.
DeRozan leads the Kings as Sabonis creates league history
The Kings rallied in the fourth quarter to defeat the Raptors 122-107. Sabonis recorded a historic triple-double with 17 points, 13 assists, and 11 rebounds. DeMar DeRozan added 27 points, while Keegan Murray contributed 22 points and 12 rebounds. The Raptors led most of the game but were outscored 33-14 in the final period, allowing the Kings to seal the victory.
The Kings and Sabonis' 2024 season so far
Sabonis is averaging 20.3 points and 13.1 rebounds per game. In eight games, he's recorded three triple-doubles, two against the Raptors and one against the Lakers. Additionally, he's shooting 50% behind the arc and 63% from the field, with double-doubles in seven games. Meanwhile, Sacramento are currently placed 11th in the Western Conference with a 5-4 record lost three games by narrow margins.
Centre's regular season stats
Sabonis has established himself as a consistent force in the NBA, averaging 15.8 points, 10.3 rebounds, and 4.8 assists across 585 career games. He's shooting 55.7% from the field and has improved his three-point shooting to 33.5%. Known for his efficiency, Sabonis has averaged a double-double in rebounds and points multiple seasons, playing key roles for the Sacramento Kings in recent years.
Lithuanian's NBA postseason stats
Sabonis has appeared in 20 postseason games, averaging 12.0 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.7 assists. He shoots 50.3% from the field and 17.6% from beyond the arc, with a solid 57.1% from the free-throw line. Known for his rebounding, he has been consistent in the playoffs, contributing to his team's success, including during Sacramento's 2023 postseason run, where he averaged 16.4 points per game.
