The Phoenix Suns traveled to Sacramento for their second night of a back-to-back as they tipped-off against the Kings on Tuesday.
The Suns were already without Deandre Ayton, but the center position would become even thinner as it was announced that Aron Baynes would also miss the game due to a hip contusion. Frank Kaminsky stepped into the role as he joined the Suns starting unit, including Ricky Rubio returning to action after missing Monday’s game with back spasms.
It was clear early on that the Suns were missing their big men in the middle on the defensive end as the Kings outscored the Suns in the paint 24-6 in the first quarter.