Sacramento Kings Start Season Without Domantas Sabonis, Murray Injured

URGENT UPDATE: The Sacramento Kings are facing a tough start to the NBA season without their star center Domantas Sabonis due to a significant hamstring injury. The team confirmed that Sabonis suffered a Grade 1 strain, ruling him out for the season opener against the Phoenix Suns on October 25, 2023. A re-evaluation is scheduled for next week, as the Kings scramble to fill the void left by their key player.

Adding to the Kings’ woes, forward Keegan Murray is also sidelined after undergoing surgery for a left thumb injury, specifically a tear in the ulnar collateral ligament. His recovery is expected to take several weeks, further depleting Sacramento’s starting lineup ahead of their crucial match against the Suns.

As the Kings prepare for their home opener, they are now without two critical starters, marking a significant early-season challenge. With this double setback, Sacramento is turning to players like Dario Šarić and Drew Eubanks to step up in the starting rotation, as noted by CBS Sports. Additionally, Isaac Jones, who has experience as both a power forward and center, may also be called upon to help bolster the team.

Expectations for the Kings are low, with FanDuel projecting a modest 34.5 wins for the season, placing them near the bottom of the Western Conference. However, there is hope that the team can demonstrate resilience in the face of adversity. Fans are eager to see how the Kings will adapt to these challenges and whether they can rally together despite these early setbacks.

Stay tuned for further updates as the Kings look to overcome these injuries and make a statement in their upcoming games.