Recap ·
October 1, 2026
Kings survive Rockets in overtime 111-108
Aahmek Akognon had 39 points, 13 rebounds, 15 assists and 5 blocks as the Kings improved to 1-1.
Aahmek Akognon had 39 points, 13 rebounds, 15 assists and 5 blocks, and the Kings beat the Rockets 111-108 in overtime.
Darius Acuff Jr.'s 23-foot three-point jumper with 3.7 seconds left in overtime put the Kings ahead for good. The Rockets led by as many as 20. There were 10 lead changes and 9 ties.
Domantas Sabonis added 22 points and 17 rebounds for the Kings. DaGoat One led the Rockets with 46 points and 7 steals on 16-of-25 shooting. DaGoat One scored 46.
Alperen Sengun left with a sore shoulder and is day-to-day. DaGoat One scored 46 against the Kings, a team he has a history with.
The Kings are 1-1; the Rockets fall to 1-1.