In their last meeting, LA's star duo of LeBron James and Anthony Davis combined for 63 points, 23 rebounds, and 12 assists. On the contrary, Sacramento's star duo of De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis combined for 57 points, 17 rebounds, and 20 assists.

The Lakers will look to move up three games above .500 and keep the Kings below them in the West standings. Every game is vital, especially when facing a West foe. The Lakers must come out guns a blazing;

Kevin Durant of the Phoenix Suns has already gone on record to say that he doesn’t like the new format. The NBA has become known in the last few years for trying to do wholesale changes to fix issues revolving around player enthusiasm, including the Emirates NBA Cup.