Dustin Gandof
The Sacramento Kings have forced a Game 7 in the NBA playoffs against the defending champions, the Golden State Warriors. With a 118-99 win on the road in Game 6, the youthful Kings have made the Warriors look “a little tired”, according to head coach Steve Kerr.
The Kings, with an average age of just 24 years old, have been defying expectations throughout the playoffs. Led by star point guard De’Aaron Fox and sharpshooting guard Buddy Hield, the Kings have been playing with energy and enthusiasm that has impressed fans and pundits alike.
Their victory in Game 6 was a team effort, with six players scoring in double digits. They dominated the second quarter, outscoring the Warriors 36-19, and didn’t let up in the second half. The Warriors, on the other hand, struggled to maintain the pace, with many of their key players looking fatigued.
Despite the odds being against them, the Kings are determined to keep fighting in Game 7. “We’re not done yet,” Fox told reporters after the game. “We’re going to go out there and give it everything we’ve got. We know we can beat these guys, and we’re not going to let this opportunity slip away.”
For the Warriors, the pressure is on to perform in Game 7. They have the experience and the talent, but the Kings have shown that they are not intimidated by the defending champions. It will be a thrilling finale to what has already been an exciting series, and basketball fans around the world will be watching to see who comes out on top.
