The Kings dropped their third consecutive game on Sunday in Boston, 128-119. The team allowed a season-high 74 first half points, including 56 percent from the field.
DeMarcus Cousins recorded 31 points, seven rebounds and six assists while Rajon Rondo tallied 14 points and 15 assists in his return to Boston.
“Our focus has got to be better, it’s got to be stronger, it’s got to be more defensive-minded,” said Kings head coach George Karl following the game. “I think right now, offensively, we’re fine but we just can’t give up the numbers we’ve been giving up.”
Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers are 6-3 since Tyronn Lue became the head coach on Jan. 23, 2015. Their most recent win came over the New Orleans Pelicans, as LeBron James and Kyrie Irving combined for 56 points in the 99-84 victory.
- The Kings and Cavs split their two meetings last season.
- Boogie is averaging 30.9 points, 11.9 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.7 steals and 1.6 blocks per game in his past 10 games.
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