DeMar DeRozan Surpasses Kevin Garnett in All-Time Scoring as Kings Defeat Knicks

Key Takeaways:

• DeMar DeRozan climbed to 22nd on the NBA’s career scoring list after recording 27 points
• Sacramento Kings secured a 112-101 win over the New York Knicks, marking their third consecutive victory
• Knicks coach Mike Brown made his return to Sacramento after his dismissal earlier in the 2024-25 season

Match Analysis

DeMar DeRozan delivered a memorable performance as the Sacramento Kings triumphed over the New York Knicks with a 112-101 result on Wednesday night in California. This win at the Golden 1 Center not only extended Sacramento’s winning streak to three matches but also saw DeRozan ascend to 22nd place on the NBA’s all-time scoring list, overtaking Hall of Famer Kevin Garnett.

FINAL: Kings defeat the Knicks, 112-101.

👑 DeMar DeRozan: 27 PTS, 6 REB
👑 Zach LaVine: 25 PTS, 5 REB
👑 Precious Achiuwa: 20 PTS, 14 REB
👑 Russell Westbrook: 19 PTS, 11 AST, 6 REB

Kings Win presented by @RedHawkCasino pic.twitter.com/KFdRKUi7nk

— Sacramento Kings (@SacramentoKings) January 15, 2026

The evening was significant for Knicks head coach Mike Brown, returning to Sacramento for the first time since being relieved of his duties early in the 2024-25 campaign. Brown, who previously steered the Kings for nearly two and a half seasons and brought an end to the league’s longest playoff drought in 2023, received a rousing ovation prior to tip-off. There was also a notable courtside embrace between Brown and Kings owner Vivek Ranadive, who had dismissed Brown in December 2024.

Player Performances

DeRozan, a six-time All-Star and veteran of 17 NBA seasons, produced 27 points on 7-of-16 shooting, with one successful three-pointer, and capitalised on his opportunities at the free-throw line by converting 12 out of 13 attempts. This effort carried his career total to 26,077 points, nudging him past Kevin Garnett’s mark of 26,071 points achieved across 21 NBA campaigns.

The Kings were further bolstered by Zach LaVine’s 25-point contribution, while former Knicks player Precious Achiuwa made an impression with a substantial double-double of 20 points and 14 rebounds. Russell Westbrook added balance and tempo with 19 points and 11 assists.

For the Knicks, Mikal Bridges led the scoring with 19 points, OG Anunoby chipped in 15, and Karl-Anthony Towns added 13. The visitors suffered a setback early in the contest when Jalen Brunson exited after only five minutes due to a right ankle injury, finishing with four points.

Statistical Overview

The Knicks endured a challenging night offensively, shooting only 39 percent from the field and converting just 8 of 41 attempts from beyond the arc. This defeat marked their first loss in Sacramento since 9 March 2023.

Looking Ahead

The Knicks will continue their road trip, visiting Golden State on Thursday. Meanwhile, the Kings return home for another fixture as they host Washington on Friday.