Sacramento Kings vs Golden State Warriors injury report (January 9, 2026): Injured and questionable players, where to watch, team stats, and more

The Sacramento Kings play the Golden State Warriors on January 9, 2026, at Chase Center. Both teams come in short-handed, changing the tone of what is usually a fast, star-driven rivalry game.For Sacramento, this matchup is another test in a difficult season. Injuries have stripped away key pieces, leaving the team to rely on guards and wings to keep games close. Golden State, while healthier overall, is also missing rotation players and will need steady minutes from its bench to protect its home floor.The Sacramento Kings will again be without Domantas Sabonis, who is recovering from a partial meniscus tear in his left knee. His absence has hurt Sacramento’s rebounding and inside scoring. Keegan Murray remains out with a left ankle sprain, removing another reliable frontcourt option. Daeqwon Plowden is still with the G League on his two-way deal.Golden State Warriors will not have Seth Curry, who is sidelined by left sciatic nerve irritation. There is better news with Gary Payton II listed as probable despite a left ankle sprain, giving the Warriors a possible boost on the defensive end.Tip-off is set for 10:00 PM ET. The game will air on NBA TV. Local coverage is available on NBC Sports California, while out-of-market viewers can watch through NBA League Pass, Fubo, or YouTube TV. Radio coverage will be available on 95.7 The Game.Sacramento enters at 8-29 and is riding a six-game losing streak. Golden State stands at 20-18 and comes off a 120-113 win over Milwaukee, a result that helped steady its position in the Western Conference.With limited size available, Sacramento leans heavily on Zach LaVine (20.2 points per game), DeMar DeRozan (18.4 points), and Russell Westbrook, who averages 14.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 6.8 assists.Golden State’s offense is led by Stephen Curry at 20.3 points per game and 3.3 made threes. Jimmy Butler adds 16.5 points per night, while Draymond Green anchors the defense. Brandin Podziemski continues to provide 11.3 points off the bench.Also read: Is Stephen Curry playing tonight vs the Sacramento Kings? Latest update on the Golden State Warriors host the on Friday, January 9, 2026Without Sabonis and Murray, the Kings are forced to score from the perimeter and play smaller lineups. The Warriors will look to control pace, defend the three-point line, and use their depth at home. If Payton II is able to play, his defense could swing key moments. Golden State enters with the advantage, but injuries on both sides leave little room for mistakes.