Even as it became increasingly more plausible through each statistical contribution he deposited on October 26, 2024’s box score, Domantas Sabonis’ elevation to No. 10 on the NBA’s all-time triple-double leaderboard couldn’t yet be celebrated. Somewhere across town, though, in the city of Sacramento, Sabonis’ elevation of a different kind left behind plenty to cheer for during the game’s opening quarter. Completely at ease in the point-center role during a fast-paced, California-based track meet, Sabonis sprints the floor thoughtfully, weighing his options in a two-on-two with six-time All-Defensive Team selection Anthony Davis awaiting his move. Utilizing a two-step, above-the-head gather, fittingly, to acquire the upper hand, Sabonis blends finesse with jaw-dropping power, ferociously flushing a one-handed jam over Davis’ helpless reach. The Los Angeles Lakers, and their All-Star big, would ultimately get the better of the much-discussed head-to-head clash, using a final-quarter offensive avalanche to supercharge a come-from-behind win. Excellent nonetheless, the Sacramento Kings’ do-it-all star commanded both the scoreboard and highlight reel, turning in 29 points (on 10-of-14 shooting), 12 rebounds, 10 assists, one steal, and one 3-pointer. · Oct 27, 2024