DeMar DeRozan led the Sacramento Kings to a win against the Boston Celtics on Friday, scoring 24 points and handing out 9 assists. He played 40 minutes, shooting 9-of-26 from the field and making two three-pointers. The Kings won the game with a score of 114-97.
What It Means
DeRozan’s performance included leading his team in both scoring and assists. His 24-point game surpassed his season average of 20.8 points per game, where he ranks third on his team. Additionally, his nine assists exceeded his average of 3.8 assists per game this season, placing him fourth on the team in that category. This was a standout performance for DeRozan as he also played over his projected minutes by four, contributing significantly to the team’s victory.
