Charlotte dominated the regular-season series, winning both contests by exploiting a depleted Kings roster. Top Performer CHA 134 , SAC 90 Coby White (27 pts) CHA tied franchise record with 26 3-pointers March 11, 2026 CHA 117 , SAC 109 LaMelo Ball (30 pts) DeMar DeRozan scored 39 pts in a losing effort Charlotte’s "Splash" Evolution

Despite the losses, DeMar DeRozan continued to climb the all-time scoring list, passing Hall of Famer Tim Duncan for 18th place during their March 11 meeting.

The rookie from Duke became a cornerstone, moving into second place in franchise history for 3s made in a single season (247).

With a 19-55 record, the Kings' front office shifted focus toward the 2026 draft lottery, eyeing prospects like AJ Dybantsa to restart their rebuild.

In the 2025-26 season, the and Sacramento Kings traveled in opposite directions. While Charlotte found its rhythm and surged toward the postseason, Sacramento was derailed by a crushing wave of injuries to its core stars. Tue, Mar 24 Hornets won! Recent Matchups: A Tale of Two Blowouts