The San Antonio Spurs were forced into a must-win situation against the Sacramento Kings. After losing back-to-back games to the Los Angeles Clippers and Lakers, followed by a win over the Portland Trail Blazers, the Silver and Black needed a win to get into the playoffs. Other scenarios were possible, but a victory would be the safest direction for this team.
Well, for about half of this game, the Spurs struggled against the Kings and seemed to have their chances dim for the night. That was behind Willie Cauley-Stein (25 points, 10 rebounds) and De’Aaron Fox (21 points, 7 assists), two of the organization’s bright spots.