The Boston Celtics are now two for two on their western road trip, thanks to a 126-97 thrashing of the Sacramento Kings. Jayson Tatum led the way with 32 points on 12-16 shooting (7-10 threes), registering a +40 in 34 minutes. Jaylen Brown was just as good: 30 points on 11-18 (3-5 threes). Marcus Smart added 8 assists.
The Celtics improved their record to 43-28 and with Chicago losing at Phoenix, the Cs have a 1.5 game lead on the Bulls for fourth place.
Domantas Sabonis led the Kings with 30 points, 20 rebounds and 5 assists.