Dec 3, 2024; Denver, Colorado, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) controls the ball under pressure from Denver Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook (4) and center Nikola Jokic (15) in the fourth quarter at Ball Arena. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

The frustration comes after the Kings put together one of their best defensive efforts in recent memory. They created a unique game plan to slow three-time MVP Nikola Jokic, using forwards Keegan Murray and Jake LaRavia to guard the 6-foot-11 center, while Jonas Valanciunas clogged the lane to prevent drivers to the basket.

Guard Malik Monk is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup against the Nuggets due to a right toe sprain he suffered against the Dallas Mavericks earlier this week. Monk has started 39 games for Sacramento this season and it would be a major loss if he can't suit up.

This year, with a new cast of characters including DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine, and Jonas Valanciunas, the Kings have an overlooked advantage in the Play-In, assuming that's where they end up.

The Sacramento Kings lost All-NBA center Domantas Sabonis to a hamstring injury, but that hasn't slowed them down the past two games.

Sacramento and San Antonio will square off in a matchup of Western Conference foes. The teams match up Friday for the first time this season.

Zach LaVine had a slow start in Sacramento but has hit his stride, proving he's one of the league's elite scorers.

Sacramento enters a matchup against Denver as winners of three consecutive road games. The teams play Wednesday for the first time this season.