New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Match Player Stats
The new orleans pelicans vs sacramento kings match player stats from March 6, 2026, reveal how New Orleans secured a 133-123 victory over Sacramento at Golden 1 Center. The Pelicans combined efficient scoring, strong rebounding, and effective rim protection to overcome a Kings team that shot slightly better from the field and recorded more assists. Zion Williamson led New Orleans with 23 points, while Precious Achiuwa delivered a game-high 29 points and 12 rebounds for Sacramento. Despite Achiuwa’s outstanding performance, the Pelicans won by controlling several important areas beyond basic shooting percentages.
The final score tells only part of the story. New Orleans scored 41 points in the second quarter and another 38 in the third, creating the offensive separation that Sacramento could not fully erase. The Pelicans also collected 52 rebounds and recorded 11 blocks, compared with 42 rebounds and three blocks for the Kings. Those differences help explain why New Orleans won even though Sacramento made one more field goal and finished with two additional assists.
This breakdown examines the final score, individual player performances, shooting efficiency, bench contributions, defensive statistics, and the numbers that decided the contest. All player statistics below are based on the supplied ESPN box score data for the March 6, 2026, game.
Match Overview and Final Score
The matchup took place at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, with an attendance of 15,350. New Orleans entered the game with a displayed record of 20-44, while Sacramento’s displayed record stood at 14-50.
| Match detail | Result |
| Game date | March 6, 2026 |
| Venue | Golden 1 Center |
| Location | Sacramento, California |
| Attendance | 15,350 |
| Final score | Pelicans 133, Kings 123 |
| Winning team | New Orleans Pelicans |
| Losing team | Sacramento Kings |
| Winning margin | 10 points |
| Pelicans’ displayed record | 20-44 |
| Kings’ displayed record | 14-50 |
New Orleans won through a balanced offensive performance and a clear advantage in rebounding and shot blocking. Sacramento remained productive offensively, but its lower three-point percentage and weaker interior defensive numbers made it difficult to match the Pelicans’ overall impact.
The game also featured several productive individual performances. Williamson led New Orleans in scoring, Trey Murphy III contributed efficient perimeter shooting, and the Pelicans’ bench supplied valuable points and defensive activity. For Sacramento, Achiuwa dominated inside, Russell Westbrook created opportunities for teammates, and Malik Monk added scoring off the bench.
The result was a 10-point win built on more than one player’s contribution.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Match Player Stats: Complete Box Score
The following tables provide the main individual statistics recorded in the supplied game data. Points, rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, and shooting figures help readers compare production across both teams.
New Orleans Pelicans Player Statistics
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | FT | +/− |
| Herbert Jones | 24 | 12 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4/12 | 2/9 | 2/2 | -6 |
| Zion Williamson | 29 | 23 | 9 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 10/14 | 0/0 | 3/5 | +5 |
| Trey Murphy III | 32 | 21 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 7/14 | 4/6 | 3/4 | +13 |
| Yves Missi | 16 | 7 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 3/3 | 0/0 | 1/1 | -7 |
| Saddiq Bey | 33 | 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6/11 | 3/5 | 5/6 | +6 |
| Karlo Matkovic | 25 | 9 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 4/9 | 1/3 | 0/0 | +22 |
| Derik Queen | 26 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4/10 | 0/3 | 4/4 | 0 |
| Micah Peavy | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/1 | 0/1 | 2/2 | 0 |
| Bryce McGowens | 27 | 14 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5/10 | 1/3 | 3/3 | +10 |
| Jeremiah Fears | 28 | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6/14 | 1/4 | 0/0 | +7 |
Additional Pelicans players: Kevon Looney, DeAndre Jordan, Jordan Poole, and Jordan Hawkins were listed as DNP, meaning they did not play because of the coach’s decision.
Sacramento Kings Player Statistics
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | STL | BLK | FG | 3PT | FT | +/− |
| Precious Achiuwa | 41 | 29 | 12 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 12/16 | 1/3 | 4/6 | -1 |
| Maxime Raynaud | 26 | 10 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5/9 | 0/0 | 0/0 | -5 |
| Russell Westbrook | 34 | 19 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 7/15 | 2/6 | 3/5 | -4 |
| DeMar DeRozan | 27 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6/16 | 0/2 | 3/5 | 0 |
| Nique Clifford | 21 | 7 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3/8 | 1/2 | 0/0 | -2 |
| Doug McDermott | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/2 | 0/1 | 0/0 | -8 |
| Drew Eubanks | 22 | 15 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7/9 | 0/1 | 1/3 | -5 |
| Malik Monk | 30 | 18 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 7/14 | 2/8 | 2/2 | -13 |
| Daeqwon Plowden | 18 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2/4 | 2/4 | 0/0 | -16 |
| Patrick Baldwin Jr. | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/3 | 0/3 | 0/0 | -7 |
| Killian Hayes | 11 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1/3 | 0/1 | 2/2 | +11 |
Additional Kings player: Devin Carter was listed as DNP by coach’s decision.
How to Read the Box Score
A box score becomes more useful when the numbers are interpreted together rather than in isolation.
- PTS: Total points scored by a player.
- REB: Total rebounds collected, including offensive and defensive rebounds.
- AST: Assists credited for passes that directly lead to made baskets.
- STL: Steals recorded by a player.
- BLK: Opponent shots blocked.
- FG: Successful field goals divided by total field-goal attempts.
- 3PT: Successful three-point shots divided by attempts.
- FT: Successful free throws divided by attempts.
- MIN: Minutes played.
- +/−: The team’s net scoring margin while the player is on the court.
Plus/minus is particularly useful when comparing the impact of players who share the floor with different teammates. However, it does not measure individual ability in isolation. Lineup combinations, opponent matchups, and game situations can all affect the figure.
Quarter-by-Quarter Scoring Breakdown
The scoring sequence explains how New Orleans turned a competitive opening period into a double-digit victory. Sacramento won the first quarter, but the Pelicans responded with two powerful offensive periods that shifted control of the game.
| Quarter | New Orleans Pelicans | Sacramento Kings | Quarter winner |
| First | 26 | 30 | Sacramento |
| Second | 41 | 33 | New Orleans |
| Third | 38 | 28 | New Orleans |
| Fourth | 28 | 32 | Sacramento |
| Final | 133 | 123 | New Orleans |
First Quarter: Sacramento Starts Strong
Sacramento opened the game with 30 points, four more than New Orleans. The Kings established an early offensive rhythm and showed that they could score efficiently against the Pelicans.
New Orleans managed 26 points but remained within reach. The four-point deficit was small enough that the Pelicans did not need a dramatic tactical change. They needed a more productive stretch on offense and a way to limit Sacramento’s scoring opportunities.
Second Quarter: The Pelicans Take Control
The second quarter was a major turning point. New Orleans scored 41 points, its highest total in any quarter, while Sacramento managed 33.
That eight-point advantage erased the first-quarter deficit and put the Pelicans ahead 67-63 at halftime when calculated from the supplied quarter scores.
The key development was New Orleans’ ability to sustain its scoring instead of relying on a single player. Williamson, Murphy, and Bey supplied important points, while the supporting cast helped maintain the offensive pressure.
Third Quarter: New Orleans Creates Separation
The Pelicans added 38 points in the third quarter and limited Sacramento to 28. That ten-point advantage extended New Orleans’ lead to 14 points entering the final period.
The official NBA recap also describes a 15-0 scoring run during the third quarter, which helped New Orleans establish control. The run illustrates how quickly a close contest can change when one team strings together successful possessions while the other struggles to score.
The Pelicans’ defensive presence around the basket also mattered. With 11 blocks across the game, they had multiple ways to disrupt Sacramento’s attempts to finish near the rim.
Fourth Quarter: Sacramento Responds Too Late
Sacramento scored 32 points in the final quarter, four more than New Orleans. The Kings continued to compete, but their third-quarter deficit proved too large to overcome.
The Pelicans scored another 28 points and maintained enough separation to finish with a ten-point victory.
Key takeaway: New Orleans outscored Sacramento by 18 points across the second and third quarters combined. That middle-game advantage was larger than the final margin, allowing the Kings to win the fourth quarter without changing the result.
Team Statistics Comparison
Individual performances matter, but the team totals explain why the Pelicans won despite Sacramento’s slightly higher field-goal percentage.
| Team statistic | Pelicans | Kings |
| Total points | 133 | 123 |
| Field goals made | 49 | 50 |
| Field-goal attempts | 98 | 99 |
| Field-goal percentage | 50% | 51% |
| Three-pointers made | 12 | 8 |
| Three-point attempts | 34 | 31 |
| Three-point percentage | 35% | 26% |
| Free throws made | 23 | 15 |
| Free-throw attempts | 27 | 23 |
| Free-throw percentage | 85% | 65% |
| Total rebounds | 52 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 38 | 32 |
| Assists | 27 | 29 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 11 | 3 |
| Personal fouls | 18 | 19 |
Percentages are rounded as reported in the supplied data. Small differences may occur when percentages are recalculated from the underlying attempts.
Field-Goal Efficiency: Sacramento Has a Narrow Edge
The Kings made 50 of 99 field-goal attempts, while the Pelicans made 49 of 98. Sacramento’s reported field-goal percentage was approximately 51%, compared with 50% for New Orleans.
That difference did not translate into a win because field-goal percentage measures only the proportion of successful shots, not the total value of those shots or the points generated at the free-throw line.
Both teams made approximately half their field-goal attempts. The deciding factors included three-point shooting, free throws, rebounds, and defensive stops.
Three-Point Shooting: New Orleans Creates More Value
New Orleans made 12 three-pointers on 34 attempts, while Sacramento made eight on 31 attempts.
Using the supplied totals, that difference produced a 12-point advantage in three-point scoring.
- Pelicans: 36 points from three-pointers.
- Kings: 24 points from three-pointers.
The Pelicans attempted only three more shots from beyond the arc but converted four additional three-pointers. That is a meaningful difference in a game decided by ten points.
Murphy was particularly effective, making four of his six attempts from three-point range. Bey added three successful shots from beyond the arc, while Jones and several reserves contributed additional perimeter scoring.
Sacramento received two three-pointers apiece from Westbrook, Monk, and Plowden, among other contributions, but its overall conversion rate remained lower.
Free Throws: Another Important Advantage
The Pelicans converted 23 of 27 free throws, while the Kings made 15 of 23.
New Orleans therefore scored eight more points at the free-throw line.
The difference between the teams’ three-point scoring advantage and free-throw advantage accounts for a substantial part of the final margin. The Pelicans gained 12 points from three-pointers and eight points from free throws, giving them a combined 20-point advantage across those two scoring categories.
This does not mean the game was decided by those categories alone. Field goals, rebounds, and defensive possessions also shaped the outcome. However, the numbers show why nearly identical field-goal percentages did not produce nearly identical scores.
Rebounding: New Orleans Wins More Possessions
The Pelicans collected 52 total rebounds, ten more than Sacramento’s 42.
New Orleans also recorded four more offensive rebounds, giving it additional opportunities to recover missed shots. Its 38 defensive rebounds helped finish possessions when Sacramento missed.
Rebounding is not automatically equivalent to extra points. A recovered offensive rebound must still be converted into a successful shot or another productive possession. Even so, controlling the boards can create more opportunities and prevent the opponent from extending possessions.
In this game, the rebounding gap was one of the clearest differences between the teams.
Blocks: The Biggest Defensive Difference
New Orleans recorded 11 blocks, while Sacramento managed three.
That eight-block difference reflects a major advantage in rim protection. Yves Missi led the Pelicans with four blocks, and Karlo Matkovic added three. Bryce McGowens contributed two more.
The total also demonstrates why defensive value should not be judged only by steals. A blocked shot can disrupt a possession without creating a turnover credited as a steal, and a block may force an opponent to change its shot selection on future possessions.
Sacramento scored effectively overall, but the Pelicans had more success disrupting attempts at the rim.
Turnovers and Assists: Sacramento Performs Better in Ball Security
The Kings committed seven turnovers, compared with 11 for New Orleans. Sacramento also recorded 29 assists against the Pelicans’ 27.
These figures favor Sacramento. The Kings protected possession more effectively and registered more assists, indicating that their successful baskets involved slightly more credited passing connections.
However, the advantage was not large enough to offset New Orleans’ edge in rebounding, blocks, three-point shooting, and free throws.
The broader lesson is that a team can win the turnover battle and still lose when its opponent creates more scoring value from other areas.
Zion Williamson’s Performance: Efficient Scoring and Playmaking
Zion Williamson was New Orleans’ leading scorer with 23 points. He made 10 of 14 field-goal attempts, collected nine rebounds, and recorded five assists in 29 minutes.
His field-goal percentage was approximately 71.4%, making him one of the most efficient high-volume scorers in the contest.
Williamson’s contribution was not limited to scoring. His nine rebounds helped New Orleans compete on the glass, while his five assists showed that he also created opportunities for teammates.
Why Williamson’s Efficiency Mattered
Williamson scored 23 points on just 14 field-goal attempts. That combination of volume and accuracy allowed New Orleans to generate points without requiring a large number of shots from its leading scorer.
He also added three made free throws, although he missed two attempts at the line. Improving free-throw conversion would have made his overall scoring efficiency even stronger.
His plus/minus of +5 indicates that New Orleans outscored Sacramento by five points during his time on the court. It is a useful contextual statistic, although it should not be treated as a complete measure of his individual impact.
Williamson’s performance was a central part of the win because it combined efficient finishing with rebounding and passing.
Trey Murphy III Delivers a Crucial Perimeter Performance
Murphy finished with 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists, two steals, and one block in 32 minutes.
He made seven of 14 field-goal attempts and four of six three-point attempts. His 66.7% accuracy from beyond the arc was particularly valuable in a game where the Pelicans made four more three-pointers than the Kings.
Murphy’s shooting stretched the defense and added a scoring threat beyond Williamson’s interior game.
Murphy’s All-Around Contribution
Murphy was not simply a perimeter scorer. His seven rebounds added to New Orleans’ advantage on the glass, while his four assists supported the team’s balanced offense.
He also recorded two steals and a block, contributing on defense as well as offense.
His +13 plus/minus was the highest among the Pelicans’ starters listed in the supplied data. That means New Orleans outscored Sacramento by 13 points during his minutes on the court.
The combination of perimeter shooting, rebounding, and defensive activity made Murphy one of the most influential players in the contest.
Precious Achiuwa Leads Sacramento With 29 Points
Precious Achiuwa delivered the game’s highest individual scoring total, finishing with 29 points and 12 rebounds in 41 minutes.
He made 12 of 16 field-goal attempts, an outstanding 75% conversion rate, while adding five assists, one steal, and two blocks.
His performance was particularly impressive because he contributed across several statistical categories rather than depending solely on scoring.
Achiuwa’s Offensive Efficiency
Achiuwa scored 29 points on 16 field-goal attempts. He was effective around the basket and converted enough opportunities to keep Sacramento competitive.
His four made free throws also added to his scoring total, although he finished four of six at the line.
Achiuwa’s 12 rebounds were the highest individual total in the game. That figure gave Sacramento a strong presence on the boards even as the Pelicans won the overall rebounding battle.
Why His Performance Was Not Enough
Achiuwa’s individual success could not fully compensate for Sacramento’s wider statistical disadvantages.
The Kings made only eight three-pointers, converted 65% of their free throws according to the supplied data, and recorded three blocks. New Orleans, by comparison, made 12 three-pointers, converted 85% of its free throws, and recorded 11 blocks.
Achiuwa also played 41 minutes, the highest total among the players listed in the box score. His workload highlights how much Sacramento relied on his production during the contest.
His performance was outstanding, but basketball outcomes depend on the combined effectiveness of the entire lineup.
Russell Westbrook’s Playmaking and Malik Monk’s Bench Scoring
Sacramento received important contributions from Russell Westbrook and Malik Monk, two players who helped keep the Kings’ offense productive.
Westbrook Records 19 Points and 10 Assists
Westbrook finished with 19 points, ten assists, two rebounds, and two steals in 34 minutes.
His ten assists were the highest individual total in the game. He made seven of 15 field-goal attempts and two of six three-point attempts.
Westbrook’s double-digit assists demonstrated his value as a playmaker. He created scoring opportunities for teammates while remaining an active scoring threat himself.
However, Sacramento’s overall offensive production did not translate into enough points to overcome New Orleans. Westbrook’s four turnovers were not specified in the supplied data, so it would be inaccurate to attribute the Kings’ possession statistics to him individually.
Malik Monk Adds 18 Points
Monk scored 18 points in 30 minutes off the bench. He made seven of 14 field-goal attempts, including two three-pointers, and converted both free throws.
His scoring gave Sacramento another reliable source of offense outside the starting lineup. Monk’s ability to create shots helped keep the Kings competitive, particularly when they needed additional scoring support.
His plus/minus of -13 was the lowest among the Kings’ players listed in the supplied statistics. This indicates that Sacramento was outscored by 13 points during his minutes, but it does not establish that Monk was personally responsible for that difference.
Pelicans Bench Production Makes the Difference
A major strength of New Orleans was the depth of its scoring. The Pelicans had six players score at least 12 points, according to the supplied player totals.
| Pelicans player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Blocks |
| Karlo Matkovic | 9 | 9 | 2 | 3 |
| Derik Queen | 12 | 9 | 5 | 1 |
| Bryce McGowens | 14 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Jeremiah Fears | 13 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Micah Peavy | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Karlo Matkovic Provides Interior Defense
Matkovic scored nine points and collected nine rebounds in 25 minutes. His three blocks were particularly valuable in a game where New Orleans recorded 11 as a team.
His +22 plus/minus was the highest figure among all players in the supplied box score. This shows that the Pelicans had a strong scoring margin during his minutes on the court.
The number should be interpreted carefully. Plus/minus reflects the performance of the entire lineup during a player’s time on the floor, not just that player’s individual contributions. Still, Matkovic’s rebounding and rim protection provide useful context for his positive figure.
Bryce McGowens Adds Scoring and Defense
McGowens contributed 14 points, six rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocks in 27 minutes.
He made five of ten field-goal attempts and converted all three free throws. His balanced production helped New Orleans maintain offensive pressure while adding defensive activity away from the starting lineup.
A reserve who contributes in several statistical categories can be valuable even without leading the team in scoring. McGowens’ performance is a good example of how bench production can influence a team’s overall efficiency.
Jeremiah Fears Creates Opportunities
Fears finished with 13 points, six rebounds, and six assists in 28 minutes. He made six of 14 field-goal attempts and added one three-pointer.
His six assists were the highest total among Pelicans players. That contribution was important because it provided additional playmaking alongside Williamson’s five assists.
Fears helped spread the offensive workload and gave New Orleans another player capable of creating scoring opportunities.
Derik Queen Adds Rebounding and Passing
Queen recorded 12 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and one block. He also made all four of his free throws.
His nine rebounds matched the individual totals recorded by Williamson and Matkovic, giving New Orleans several players who could contribute on the glass.
Queen’s five assists also showed that the Pelicans were not dependent on their starting lineup for every playmaking opportunity.
What Decided the Game? Five Statistical Takeaways
The final score can be explained through five major developments.
1. New Orleans Scored More Efficiently From Three-Point Range
The Pelicans made 12 three-pointers compared with eight for Sacramento. That created a 12-point advantage from beyond the arc.
The difference was especially important because the Kings made one more field goal overall. New Orleans did not need to dominate the total number of made shots to score more points.
2. Free-Throw Shooting Favored the Pelicans
New Orleans converted 23 free throws, eight more than Sacramento. Its 85% conversion rate also compared favorably with the Kings’ 65%.
In a game with a ten-point final margin, an eight-point advantage at the line is substantial.
3. Rebounding Helped New Orleans Control Possessions
The Pelicans collected ten more rebounds. That advantage helped them finish defensive possessions and provided additional opportunities after missed shots.
Sacramento still managed 42 rebounds, including ten offensive boards, but New Orleans was more successful overall.
4. Rim Protection Disrupted Sacramento’s Offense
The Pelicans blocked 11 shots, eight more than the Kings. Missi and Matkovic combined for seven blocks, giving New Orleans substantial defensive production from its interior players.
The team total does not reveal how many potential points were prevented by those blocks, but it does show a clear difference in defensive activity near the basket.
5. The Second and Third Quarters Changed the Outcome
Sacramento won the opening quarter and the fourth quarter. New Orleans won the two middle periods by a combined 18 points.
That scoring stretch created the cushion the Pelicans needed to survive Sacramento’s late response.
Together, these five factors provide a stronger explanation of the result than focusing on the highest scorer alone.
What the Statistics Reveal About Both Teams
New Orleans: A Balanced Offensive Approach
The Pelicans demonstrated that several sources of scoring can make an offense harder to contain.
Williamson led the team with 23 points, Murphy scored 21, and Bey added 20. McGowens, Fears, and Queen also reached double figures.
This distribution reduced the pressure on any one player to carry the offense throughout the game. It also allowed New Orleans to maintain scoring production across different lineup combinations.
The team finished with 27 assists and 11 turnovers. Although Sacramento recorded more assists and fewer turnovers, the Pelicans generated greater value from their perimeter shooting and free throws.
The defensive numbers were equally important. Eleven blocks and 52 rebounds helped New Orleans compensate for Sacramento’s slight field-goal percentage advantage.
Sacramento: Productive Scoring Without Enough Defensive Stops
The Kings showed offensive strengths of their own. Achiuwa scored 29 points, Westbrook recorded ten assists, and Monk added 18 points off the bench.
Sacramento made 50 field goals and finished with 29 assists. Those figures indicate that the team generated plenty of offense throughout the contest.
However, the Kings’ eight three-pointers and 15 made free throws left them behind New Orleans in two important scoring categories. Their three blocks also fell well short of the Pelicans’ total.
The loss demonstrates that efficient field-goal shooting alone is not enough when an opponent creates more points from three-pointers and free throws while winning the rebounding battle.
Previous Meeting and Season Series Context
The supplied data lists the Pelicans’ previous win over Sacramento as a 120-94 result on February 10, 2026. New Orleans therefore led the season series 2-0 after the March contest.
A subsequent meeting is listed for April 4, 2026, when Sacramento won 117-113.
These results provide useful context, but each game should be evaluated on its own statistics. A team’s performance can change because of lineup availability, shooting variance, matchups, and in-game adjustments.
The March 6 game stands out for its 133-point New Orleans total and the significant difference in blocks and rebounds. Those features explain the result more directly than the season-series record alone.
For the official player-by-player figures and game details, consult the NBA’s official box score.
How to Analyze Basketball Player Stats More Effectively
Readers can get more from a box score by following a consistent process rather than simply comparing point totals.
- Start with the result and quarter scores. Identify when the winning team established its advantage.
- Compare shooting percentages and attempts. A high percentage on very few attempts means something different from efficient shooting on substantial volume.
- Separate two-point and three-point scoring. Three-pointers generate more points per successful shot, making their contribution important in close games.
- Check free throws. Differences at the line can influence the final score without changing field-goal percentages.
- Review rebounds and blocks. These statistics provide information about possession control and defensive activity.
- Evaluate assists and turnovers together. They help explain ball movement and possession management.
- Use plus/minus as supporting context. It can reveal how the score changed during a player’s minutes, but it should not be used alone to rank players.
- Consider minutes played. A player who produces 15 points in 20 minutes has a different workload from one who scores 15 points in 35 minutes.
- Check the source and date. Confirm that player totals, game dates, and team records belong to the same contest.
This approach is useful for fantasy basketball research, postgame reporting, historical comparisons, and understanding individual contributions within a team result.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who won the New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings game on March 6, 2026?
The New Orleans Pelicans defeated the Sacramento Kings 133-123 at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. New Orleans secured the ten-point victory after outscoring the Kings in the second and third quarters.
2. Who scored the most points in the game?
Precious Achiuwa led all players with 29 points for Sacramento. He also collected 12 rebounds and recorded five assists. Zion Williamson was New Orleans’ leading scorer with 23 points.
3. What were Zion Williamson’s stats against the Kings?
Williamson finished with 23 points, nine rebounds, five assists, and one steal. He made 10 of 14 field-goal attempts and played 29 minutes.
4. Which team had better overall shooting statistics?
Sacramento had a slightly higher field-goal percentage, making 50 of 99 attempts compared with New Orleans’ 49 of 98. However, the Pelicans made four more three-pointers and eight more free throws, helping them finish with ten additional points.
5. Which player recorded the most assists?
Russell Westbrook led the game with ten assists for Sacramento. Jeremiah Fears led New Orleans with six assists, while Williamson and Derik Queen each contributed five.
6. Why did the Pelicans win despite the Kings making more field goals?
New Orleans made 12 three-pointers compared with Sacramento’s eight, converted more free throws, collected ten additional rebounds, and recorded eight more blocks. Those advantages outweighed Sacramento’s narrow lead in field goals, field-goal percentage, and assists.
Conclusion
The March 6, 2026, matchup between New Orleans and Sacramento demonstrated how several statistical advantages can determine a basketball game. The Pelicans won 133-123 despite making one fewer field goal and recording fewer assists than the Kings.
Williamson’s 23 points, Murphy’s 21 points, and Bey’s 20 points gave New Orleans a balanced scoring foundation. The bench added valuable production, while the team’s 52 rebounds and 11 blocks helped limit Sacramento’s opportunities. Achiuwa’s 29-point performance and Westbrook’s ten assists kept the Kings competitive, but the team’s lower three-point and free-throw production proved costly.
For readers reviewing the new orleans pelicans vs sacramento kings match player stats, the most important takeaway is that scoring leaders tell only part of the story. Shooting efficiency, rebounding, rim protection, bench contributions, and quarter-by-quarter momentum together provide a clearer explanation of why New Orleans earned the victory.
