Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings (01-29-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the Philadelphia 76ers clash with the Sacramento Kings. The match will tip off at 7:00 pm ET on Thursday. The Philadelphia 76ers have previously won 25 out of the 46 games. Paul George and Joel Embiid are questionable for tonight’s clash against the Kings. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe.

As for the Sacramento Kings, they have previously won only 12 matches out of the 48 played. With players like Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. However, Russell Westbrook has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Sacramento Kings.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Philadelphia 76ers will host the Sacramento Kings at the Xfinity Mobile Arena in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The match will tip off at 7:00 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 29, 2026, exclusively on NBCS-PH and NBCS-CA. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings - Expected Starting Lineups

Philadelphia 76ers

• Tyrese Maxey (PG)
• VJ Edgecombe (SG)
• Justin Edwards (SF)
• Dominick Barlow (PF)
• Adem Bona (C)

Sacramento Kings

• Dennis Schroder (PG)
• Zach LaVine (SG)
• DeMar DeRozan (SF)
• Precious Achiuwa (PF)
• Domantas Sabonis (C)

Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings - Injury Report

Philadelphia 76ers

• Joel Embiid - QUESTIONABLE (knee)
• Paul George - QUESTIONABLE (knee)
• Quentin Grimes - QUESTIONABLE (ankle)
• MarJon Beauchamp - OUT (two-way contract)

Sacramento Kings

• Russell Westbrook - OUT (foot)
• Keegan Murray - OUT (ankle)
• Malik Monk - QUESTIONABLE (ankle)

Philadelphia 76ers vs Sacramento Kings - Game Prediction

This season, the Philadelphia 76ers have scored 229.5 points in 25 out of their 46 games. However, the Sacramento Kings have scored the same number of points while playing in 28 out of 48 games in total, so speculation is tougher than usual. The 76ers boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe. Maxey has delivered 29.2 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game this season. However, Edgecombe has averaged 15.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game.

The Sacramento Kings, on the other hand, have efficient players like Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan. LaVine has averaged 19.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2,3 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. DeRozan, on the other hand, delivered 19.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.


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