Sacramento Kings vs LA Clippers Match Player Stats

Sacramento Kings vs LA Clippers match player stats from the December 30, 2025 matchup tell the story of a one-sided game from the opening quarter. The LA Clippers defeated the Sacramento Kings 131-90 at Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, turning an early advantage into a 41-point victory. Kawhi Leonard led all scorers with 33 points, while James Harden added 21 and Yanic Konan Niederhauser contributed 16 off the bench. For Sacramento, Nique Clifford led the team with 18 points, while Maxime Raynaud recorded a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

The game was decided by more than scoring alone. Los Angeles shot 51.1% from the field, assisted on 29 baskets, forced 19 Sacramento turnovers, and built a maximum lead of 43 points. Sacramento finished at 41% shooting and struggled to create enough efficient offense against a Clippers defense that consistently turned mistakes into points.

For readers looking beyond the final score, this matchup provides several useful lessons about player production, shooting efficiency, ball security, rebounding, and the value of two-way contributions.

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Sacramento Kings vs LA Clippers Match Player Stats at a Glance

The official NBA scorer’s report lists the game as taking place on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at Intuit Dome. The NBA’s game information also displays the matchup on December 31 in some date and time contexts because of the game-time listing. The official box score identifies December 30 as the game date.

Category	Sacramento Kings	LA Clippers
Final Score	90	131
Field Goals	34/83	46/90
Field Goal %	41.0%	51.1%
Three-Pointers	9/27	14/38
Three-Point %	33.3%	36.8%
Free Throws	13/14	25/32
Free Throw %	92.9%	78.1%
Rebounds	39	42
Assists	18	29
Turnovers	19	4
Steals	1	13
Blocks	8	9
Points in Paint	46	58
Fast-Break Points	10	13
Second-Chance Points	10	13
Biggest Lead	0	43

The turnover figures deserve special attention. The official scorer’s report records Sacramento with 19 total turnovers and Los Angeles with only 4. The supplied game data lists 18 Sacramento turnovers, but the official NBA box score shows 19, so the official figure is used throughout this article.

Final Score and Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

The Clippers did not need a late comeback or a dramatic fourth-quarter run. They controlled the game almost immediately.

Quarter	Sacramento Kings	LA Clippers
First	20	34
Second	20	39
Third	31	27
Fourth	19	31
Final	90	131

Los Angeles opened the game with a 34-20 first quarter. That 14-point advantage expanded significantly during the second period when the Clippers scored 39 points while holding Sacramento to another 20.

At halftime, Los Angeles led 73-40.

That means the Clippers had already created a 33-point advantage before the second half began. The Kings improved offensively in the third quarter, scoring 31 points, but the deficit was already too large to realistically overcome. Los Angeles entered the fourth quarter with a 100-71 lead and finished the game comfortably.

The official game chart records a 43-point maximum lead for Los Angeles, with no lead changes and two ties.

Kawhi Leonard Leads the Clippers With 33 Points

Kawhi Leonard was the central scoring figure in the matchup.

He finished with:

33 points
11-of-19 shooting
5-of-9 from three-point range
6-of-7 at the free-throw line
5 rebounds
5 assists
3 steals
1 block
+31 plus/minus

The combination of scoring efficiency and defensive production made Leonard’s performance particularly significant.

His 11 made field goals were more than any other player in the game. He also connected on five three-pointers, giving Sacramento another problem to solve whenever he operated away from the basket.

The NBA’s official recap noted that Leonard scored 33 points as the Clippers extended their winning streak to five games.

His five steals and three steals are not merely supplementary numbers. They demonstrate that his contribution was spread across multiple areas rather than being dependent solely on shot-making.

James Harden Adds 21 Points and Five Assists

James Harden provided the Clippers with another dependable offensive option.

Harden recorded:

21 points
6-of-14 field goals
1-of-6 three-pointers
8-of-10 free throws
3 rebounds
5 assists
1 steal
+19 plus/minus

One interesting aspect of Harden’s performance was his free-throw production. He did not have a particularly strong three-point shooting night, but his ability to reach the free-throw line helped him maintain efficient scoring.

His five assists also helped Los Angeles maintain the ball movement that separated the teams statistically.

The Clippers finished with 29 assists compared with 18 for Sacramento. That 11-assist difference is a useful indicator of how much more connected Los Angeles was offensively.

Yanic Konan Niederhauser Provides a Major Bench Contribution

Yanic Konan Niederhauser was one of the most productive players outside the Clippers’ starting group.

He finished with:

16 points
6-of-8 field goals
4-of-6 free throws
6 rebounds
2 assists
1 turnover
+27 plus/minus

His 6-of-8 shooting was especially efficient.

For a team already receiving major production from Leonard and Harden, a bench player converting six of eight attempts gave Sacramento another difficult matchup.

Niederhauser also posted a +27 plus/minus, meaning Los Angeles remained strongly positive during his minutes.

Nique Clifford Leads Sacramento in Scoring

The supplied data identifies Malik Monk as Sacramento’s leading scorer, but the official NBA scorer’s report shows Nique Clifford leading the Kings with 18 points. Monk finished with 3 points on 1-of-2 shooting.

Clifford’s official line was:

18 points
7-of-12 field goals
3-of-5 three-pointers
1-of-1 free throws
1 rebound
2 assists
2 turnovers
1 block
-20 plus/minus

His 58.3% field-goal shooting was one of the more efficient individual performances on Sacramento’s roster.

The challenge for Sacramento was that Clifford’s scoring did not come with enough complementary production elsewhere. A single efficient scorer could not offset the Clippers’ multiple scoring options.

Maxime Raynaud Records a Double-Double

Maxime Raynaud was another notable Sacramento performer.

He finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds, producing the Kings’ only double-double in the game. His shooting line was also efficient at 5-of-8 from the field.

His full statistical contribution included:

12 points
12 rebounds
5-of-8 field goals
2-of-2 free throws
4 offensive rebounds
8 defensive rebounds
2 blocks

Raynaud’s four offensive rebounds were particularly valuable because they created additional possessions for Sacramento.

However, his individual production could not compensate for the overall difference in offensive efficiency and ball security.

Russell Westbrook’s Return Against His Former Team

Russell Westbrook scored 12 points against the Clippers, his former team.

His official line included:

12 points
4-of-10 field goals
2-of-4 three-pointers
2-of-2 free throws
3 rebounds
4 assists
3 turnovers

Westbrook also received a technical foul during the game.

His four assists tied Dennis Schroder for the team lead among Sacramento players. However, three turnovers limited the overall efficiency of his offensive involvement.

The emotional storyline around a former player can attract attention, but the statistical story is more straightforward: Westbrook supplied scoring and playmaking, yet Sacramento still struggled to generate enough efficient possessions.

Complete Sacramento Kings Player Statistics

The official box score provides the following individual Sacramento numbers.

Player	MIN	PTS	REB	AST	FG	3PT	STL	BLK	TO	+/-
Nique Clifford	28:53	18	1	2	7/12	3/5	0	1	2	-20
Maxime Raynaud	35:04	12	12	0	5/8	0/1	0	2	0	-21
Russell Westbrook	18:55	12	3	4	4/10	2/4	0	0	3	-21
Keegan Murray	29:37	11	2	1	4/13	1/4	0	1	0	-27
Dennis Schroder	24:43	11	3	4	4/10	1/2	0	0	3	-20
DeMar DeRozan	27:38	8	7	3	2/8	0/2	1	1	2	-19
Drew Eubanks	12:56	6	3	0	3/4	0/0	0	0	1	-20
Devin Carter	7:18	4	0	0	2/5	0/3	0	1	0	-2
Malik Monk	11:06	3	2	0	1/2	1/1	0	0	5	-16
Doug McDermott	7:18	3	1	0	1/2	1/2	0	0	1	-2
Keon Ellis	19:21	2	2	2	1/5	0/3	0	1	1	-20
Precious Achiuwa	17:11	0	3	2	0/4	0/0	0	1	0	-17
Dario Saric	DNP	0	0	0	0/0	0/0	0	0	0	0

One notable detail is Monk’s five turnovers despite playing only 11:06. That is an unusually high turnover burden relative to his playing time and contributed to Sacramento’s broader ball-security problems.

Complete LA Clippers Player Statistics

The Clippers received scoring from both their starters and reserves.

Player	MIN	PTS	REB	AST	FG	3PT	STL	BLK	TO	+/-
Kawhi Leonard	32:40	33	5	5	11/19	5/9	3	1	1	+31
James Harden	30:02	21	3	5	6/14	1/6	1	0	0	+19
John Collins	21:55	16	5	1	6/9	2/4	1	3	0	+15
Yanic Konan Niederhauser	25:05	16	6	2	6/8	0/1	0	1	1	+27
Kris Dunn	20:53	10	6	1	4/7	2/4	2	0	0	+16
Brook Lopez	22:55	8	6	3	2/9	2/4	1	1	1	+14
Derrick Jones Jr.	19:49	8	1	3	3/5	1/1	2	1	0	+23
Kobe Sanders	26:00	7	6	4	3/8	0/3	2	0	0	+30
Jordan Miller	7:18	6	1	0	3/4	0/1	0	1	0	+2
Nicolas Batum	18:47	3	1	2	1/3	1/3	1	1	0	+24
Kobe Brown	7:18	3	1	2	1/3	0/1	0	0	0	+2
Cam Christie	7:18	0	1	1	0/1	0/1	0	0	0	+2

The most striking feature is the distribution of positive plus/minus figures. Every Clippers player who appeared finished with a positive plus/minus.

That is consistent with the overall game flow. Los Angeles did not rely on one unit to create the advantage. Its starters built the lead, and the bench maintained it.

Shooting Efficiency Was a Major Difference

The shooting numbers provide one of the clearest explanations for the final score.

Sacramento made 34 of 83 field-goal attempts, while Los Angeles made 46 of 90.

That represents:

Sacramento: 41.0%
Los Angeles: 51.1%

The difference of more than 10 percentage points is substantial over a full game.

The Clippers also had a slight advantage from three-point range:

Sacramento: 9-of-27, 33.3%
Los Angeles: 14-of-38, 36.8%

Neither team produced an extraordinary three-point percentage, but Los Angeles attempted and made five more three-pointers.

That created an additional layer of scoring pressure.

The free-throw numbers also favored Sacramento in percentage but not in volume. The Kings shot 92.9% from the line, but they attempted only 14 free throws. Los Angeles shot 78.1% but attempted 32.

As a result, the Clippers made 25 free throws compared with 13 for Sacramento.

Turnovers Were a Defining Factor

If one statistical category deserves particular attention beyond shooting, it is turnovers.

Sacramento committed 19 turnovers.

Los Angeles committed only 4.

That creates a 15-turnover difference.

The official NBA scorer’s report shows that Sacramento’s turnovers were converted into 28 Clippers points, while Los Angeles turnovers produced only 4 Sacramento points.

This is an enormous possession advantage.

In a competitive NBA game, losing a possession does not necessarily guarantee points for the opponent. But when turnovers repeatedly lead to transition opportunities, the damage becomes larger.

The Clippers had 13 fast-break points compared with 10 for Sacramento. More importantly, Los Angeles’ ability to force mistakes helped turn Sacramento’s offensive possessions into opportunities at the other end.

The Assist Gap Shows the Difference in Offensive Flow

Los Angeles recorded 29 assists.

Sacramento recorded 18.

That 11-assist difference helps explain why the Clippers were able to generate 46 made field goals.

Leonard and Harden each had five assists. Kobe Sanders contributed four, while several other Clippers players added multiple assists.

Sacramento’s leaders in assists were Westbrook and Schroder with four each.

The difference was not simply about having a traditional point guard. It was about how frequently Los Angeles converted possessions into assisted baskets.

The Clippers’ offense consistently produced multiple contributors, while Sacramento’s attack was more fragmented.

Rebounding Was Competitive, But Not Enough for Sacramento

The rebounding margin was relatively small.

Los Angeles grabbed 42 rebounds.

Sacramento grabbed 39.

That is only a three-rebound advantage.

Raynaud was particularly strong for the Kings with 12 total rebounds, including four offensive boards. The Clippers, however, had six players with at least five rebounds.

John Collins, Kris Dunn, Brook Lopez, Yanic Konan Niederhauser and Kobe Sanders each collected five or more.

This illustrates an important point when studying box scores. A team does not necessarily need to dominate one statistical category to win by a large margin.

The Clippers won the rebounding battle, but only narrowly. The bigger separation came from shooting, turnovers, assists, steals and overall possession quality.

Defense Created the Offensive Advantage

Los Angeles finished with:

13 steals
9 blocks
4 turnovers committed
19 Sacramento turnovers forced according to the official scoring and game recap context
43-point maximum lead

The Kings recorded only one steal.

That defensive activity helped Los Angeles dictate the pace.

Kawhi Leonard led the Clippers with three steals. Kris Dunn, Derrick Jones Jr. and Kobe Sanders each recorded two.

The nine blocks also indicate that Sacramento had difficulty finishing efficiently around the rim.

This is where the game becomes more interesting than a simple comparison of field-goal percentages. The Clippers were not merely shooting better. They were creating difficult possessions for Sacramento and generating extra opportunities after defensive plays.

Why the First Half Was So Important

The halftime score was 73-40.

That means Los Angeles outscored Sacramento by 33 points over the opening two quarters.

The second quarter was particularly damaging.

Los Angeles scored 39 points and shot 57.1% from the field in that period, according to the official game recap. Leonard scored 18 of his points in the second quarter.

Sacramento had no equivalent scoring surge.

Once the Clippers built the 33-point halftime advantage, the remainder of the game became more about maintaining control than chasing a close result.

Sacramento did respond with 31 points in the third quarter, but Los Angeles still entered the final period ahead 100-71.

The Clippers’ Bench Made the Difference

One of the strongest indicators in the box score is the production from Los Angeles’ supporting cast.

Niederhauser scored 16.

John Collins scored 16.

Kris Dunn scored 10.

Derrick Jones Jr. scored 8.

Kobe Sanders scored 7.

Jordan Miller scored 6.

Even with Leonard and Harden leading the offense, the Clippers received substantial contributions from elsewhere.

This made the defense more difficult to organize against. Sacramento could not simply focus on stopping one scorer.

The bench also maintained strong plus/minus numbers, which indicates that the Clippers’ second-unit players were not merely filling minutes during a blowout. They continued to extend the advantage.

What the Sacramento Player Stats Reveal

The Kings’ individual numbers show several positive elements despite the result.

Nique Clifford shot 7-of-12 and made three three-pointers.

Maxime Raynaud produced a double-double.

Russell Westbrook provided four assists and made two three-pointers.

Dennis Schroder also contributed four assists.

Drew Eubanks shot 3-of-4.

However, those individual contributions were separated by too many inefficient or empty possessions.

DeMar DeRozan scored eight points on 2-of-8 shooting.

Keegan Murray scored 11 on 4-of-13 shooting.

Precious Achiuwa went 0-of-4.

Malik Monk scored only three points and committed five turnovers.

The overall team result reflected the combination of these individual issues.

What the Clippers Player Stats Reveal

The Clippers’ numbers show a much more balanced performance.

Leonard was the primary scorer, but he was not the only efficient player.

John Collins made 6-of-9.

Niederhauser made 6-of-8.

Derrick Jones Jr. made 3-of-5.

Kris Dunn made 4-of-7.

Jordan Miller made 3-of-4 in limited minutes.

The Clippers therefore had multiple players converting their opportunities at high rates.

That kind of balance is particularly difficult for an opponent when the team is also protecting the ball.

Sacramento Kings vs LA Clippers Match Player Stats: Key Takeaways

The most useful conclusions from the box score are straightforward.

1. Kawhi Leonard was the leading individual scorer

Leonard finished with 33 points on 11-of-19 shooting while adding five rebounds, five assists and three steals.

2. Nique Clifford, not Malik Monk, led Sacramento

Clifford scored 18 points, making 7-of-12 field goals and 3-of-5 three-pointers.

3. Maxime Raynaud recorded the Kings’ double-double

Raynaud finished with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

4. The turnover gap was enormous

Sacramento committed 19 turnovers compared with four for Los Angeles.

5. The Clippers shot more efficiently

Los Angeles made 51.1% of its field goals compared with Sacramento’s 41.0%.

6. Los Angeles had more offensive distribution

The Clippers recorded 29 assists compared with 18 for Sacramento.

7. The game was effectively decided before halftime

Los Angeles led 73-40 at halftime and eventually reached a 43-point advantage.

A Statistical View of the 41-Point Margin

A 41-point final margin can sometimes be explained by one unusual shooting quarter, but this game was more comprehensive.

Los Angeles won or controlled several major statistical areas:

Field-goal percentage
Three-point makes
Free-throw attempts
Rebounding
Assists
Steals
Blocks
Turnovers
Points in the paint
Fast-break points

The Kings did have a few statistical positives. They shot 92.9% from the free-throw line and Raynaud dominated the individual rebounding numbers.

But those strengths were outweighed by the volume of lost possessions and the difference in overall shooting.

How to Read This Box Score Correctly

A useful way to analyze basketball statistics is to avoid focusing exclusively on points.

Points tell you who scored.

They do not tell you:

How efficiently those points were scored
How many possessions were wasted
Whether a player created shots for teammates
Whether a player protected the rim
Whether defensive plays created transition opportunities
How a player affected the score while on the floor

That is why Leonard’s 33-point line stands out, but so do his five assists and three steals.

It is also why Raynaud’s 12-point, 12-rebound performance deserves recognition even though Sacramento lost by 41.

Likewise, the four turnovers committed by the Clippers are just as important to understanding their performance as their 131 points.

Real-World Applications of These Player Statistics

For fantasy basketball analysis, player-performance research, game previews, coaching review, and historical matchup analysis, a box score becomes more useful when the numbers are considered together.

For example, a player who scores 20 points on 20 shots may have a different statistical impact from a player who scores 20 points on 10 shots.

Similarly, a guard with 10 points and eight assists may have a different offensive role from a scorer with 25 points and one assist.

The Sacramento and Los Angeles matchup demonstrates this clearly.

Leonard combined scoring with playmaking and defense.

Raynaud combined scoring with rebounding and rim protection.

Harden combined scoring with five assists.

Niederhauser provided efficient scoring and rebounding from the bench.

These combinations provide more information than points alone.

Data Accuracy Note

There are a few differences between the supplied data and the official NBA scorer’s report.

The most important correction is Sacramento’s turnover total. The official report records 19 turnovers rather than 18. It also identifies Nique Clifford as Sacramento’s leading scorer with 18 points, while Malik Monk scored three points.

The official report also lists Dario Saric as a DNP by coach’s decision. Sacramento’s official starting lineup was Precious Achiuwa, DeMar DeRozan, Maxime Raynaud, Keegan Murray and Russell Westbrook. The Clippers started Kawhi Leonard, John Collins, Brook Lopez, Kris Dunn and James Harden.

For authoritative verification, readers can consult the official NBA box score, which contains the complete player-by-player statistics and team totals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who scored the most points in the Kings vs Clippers game?

Kawhi Leonard led all players with 33 points for the LA Clippers. He shot 11-of-19 from the field and made five three-pointers.

Who was Sacramento’s leading scorer?

Nique Clifford led the Sacramento Kings with 18 points. He made 7-of-12 field goals and 3-of-5 three-pointers.

Did Maxime Raynaud record a double-double?

Yes. Maxime Raynaud recorded 12 points and 12 rebounds, giving him a double-double. He also recorded two blocks.

What was the final score of the Kings vs Clippers game?

The LA Clippers defeated the Sacramento Kings 131-90. Los Angeles led 73-40 at halftime and reached a maximum lead of 43 points.

How many turnovers did each team commit?

Sacramento committed 19 turnovers, while the Clippers committed only four. The official scorer’s report also records 28 Clippers points generated from Sacramento turnovers.

Who led the Clippers besides Kawhi Leonard?

James Harden scored 21 points, while John Collins and Yanic Konan Niederhauser each scored 16. Niederhauser was the Clippers’ leading bench scorer.

Conclusion

The Sacramento Kings vs LA Clippers match player stats show a game in which Los Angeles controlled nearly every major area that influences a basketball result.

Kawhi Leonard led the way with 33 points, five rebounds, five assists and three steals. James Harden added 21 points and five assists, while John Collins and Yanic Konan Niederhauser each scored 16.

Sacramento’s strongest individual performance came from Nique Clifford, who scored 18 points on efficient shooting. Maxime Raynaud also produced a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

The larger statistical picture was much more decisive. Los Angeles shot 51.1% compared with Sacramento’s 41%, recorded 29 assists compared with 18, and committed only four turnovers compared with Sacramento’s 19. The Clippers also held advantages in steals, blocks, points in the paint and overall scoring efficiency.

The 131-90 final score therefore reflected a broad team performance rather than one isolated statistical category. Los Angeles established control early, built a 33-point halftime advantage, and never allowed Sacramento to turn the game into a competitive fourth-quarter contest.

For anyone studying this matchup through the box score, the clearest lesson is that individual scoring numbers need to be read alongside efficiency, possession control, playmaking and defense. Those combined statistics explain the 41-point difference far better than the final scoring totals alone.