DeMar DeRozan led the Sacramento Kings to a win against the Houston Rockets on Thursday, scoring 31 points. He played 38 minutes and shot 12-of-23 from the field, including two three-pointers. The Kings won the game with a score of 132-127.
What It Means
DeRozan’s 31-point performance was his highest-scoring game this season, surpassing his average by nearly ten points. This game marks one of several instances where he has scored over 20 points, contributing significantly to his team’s success. On average, DeRozan scores 21.1 points per game this season, ranking him fifth among small forwards in scoring. Additionally, he has finished in the top five at his position for points in over half of his games this year.
