The Indiana Pacers will host the Sacramento Kings to start the highly anticipated NBA game on December 8, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT.
The Kings have a tiny advantage with 111.7 points per game, compared to the Pacers' average of 111 points. Indiana has a strong rebounding advantage, with 44.1 rebounds against Sacramento's 39.6 rebounds. The Pacers average 23.4 assists, while the Kings average 25.7 assists.
The Pacers dominate with 5.5 blocks per game, far more than the Kings' 3.8 blocks per game, but Sacramento leads in steals with 9 per game, surpassing Indiana's 7.1.
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Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings: Date and tip-off time
The Indiana Pacers will take on the Sacramento Kings in an exciting NBA game on December 8, 2025, at 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
| Date | December 8, 2025 |
| Tip-off Time | 7:00 pm ET/4:00 pm PT |
| Venue | Gainbridge Fieldhouse |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana |
How to watch Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings on TV & stream live online
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Indiana Pacers team news
Pascal Siakam is scoring 24.5 points and grabbing 7.1 rebounds per game while shooting 67.9% from the free-throw line and 48.2% from the field.
Andrew Nembhard averages 30.9 minutes per game, averages 2.3 turnovers, and scores 6.3 assists.
Jay Huff shoots 43.8% from the field and contributes 7.7 points, 1.3 assists, and 3.5 rebounds per game.
Indiana Pacers injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury status |
|---|---|---|
| PG, Quenton Jackson | Hamstring injury | Day-to-Day |
| SG, Ben Sheppard | Calf injury | Day-to-Day |
Sacramento Kings team news
Zach LaVine has an outstanding shooting efficiency of 86.3% from the free-throw line and 48.7% from the field while scoring 20.9 points per game.
Russell Westbrook averages 3.4 turnovers but contributes 7.0 assists per game in 28.3 minutes.
Drew Eubanks shoots an effective 62.2% from the field and contributes 3.0 rebounds and 5.7 points per game.
Sacramento Kings injuries
| Player | Injury | Injury Status |
|---|---|---|
| PG, Dennis Schroder | Hip injury | Day-to-Day |
| C, Domantas Sabonis | Knee injury | Out |
Indiana Pacers and Sacramento Kings head-to-head record
The Indiana Pacers have outperformed the Sacramento Kings in the last five head-to-head encounters, winning four of them. In their most recent meeting, which took place on April 1, 2025, the Pacers prevailed 111-109, demonstrating that both teams are capable of close competition under duress.
The Kings' only win during this period was a high-scoring 133-122 game on February 3, 2024, indicating that they may succeed when their attack is on point. Indiana, on the other hand, has demonstrated the capacity to dominate, as evidenced by their 122-95 victory on December 23, 2024.
Another competitive and high-scoring game is anticipated, as some games, such as 107-104 on February 4, 2023, and 126-121 on January 19, 2024, were decided by slim margins. The Pacers may be confident going into this game if recent history holds true, but the Kings have proven they can play till the very end.
| Date | Results |
|---|---|
| Apr 01, 2025 | Pacers 111-109 Kings |
| Dec 23, 2024 | Pacers 122-95 Kings |
| Feb 03, 2024 | Kings 133-122 Pacers |
| Jan 19, 2024 | Pacers 126-121 Kings |
| Feb 04, 2023 | Pacers 107-104 Kings |