The Kings face the Lakers for the second time this season, and just like the first time, it’s on the second night of a back to back. Thanks NBA schedule makers!
Of course, the Lakers have perhaps an even bigger disadvantage, as they are without superstar LeBron James, who strained his groin in a Christmas day blowout of the Golden State Warriors. James did not travel with the team today and is unlikely to play when these two teams face off again on Sunday in Los Angeles. This is a very important double header for the Kings and it is imperative they take care of business at home against a hobbling Lakers squad.