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The Sacramento Kings defeated the Golden State Warriors 121–116 on November 5 at Golden 1 Center, with DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook combining for 48 points to lead the home team. Sacramento shot 49.4% from the field and made 11 three-pointers while holding Golden State to 44.9% shooting despite the Warriors' 17 made threes. The Kings controlled the middle quarters, outscoring Golden State 67–53 in the second and third periods combined, though Warriors guards Willy Richard (30 points) and Malik Moody (28 points) kept the deficit manageable. Sacramento's defense held an edge with a 114.7 offensive rating compared to Golden State's 108.3, and the Kings' 27 assists on 121 points reflected balanced offensive execution. Golden State's 10 steals were offset by 18 turnovers, while Sacramento's ball security—16 turnovers—proved the difference down the stretch. The victory positions Sacramento favorably in the Western Conference standings as the season progresses.
