Devin Carter shines as Kings defeat Warriors

Sacramento forward sets career highs in 3-pointers and points in 124-118 victory

Apr. 11, 2026 at 10:35am by

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Devin Carter had a standout performance, setting career highs with six 3-pointers and 29 points as the Sacramento Kings defeated the visiting Golden State Warriors 124-118 on Friday night. The Kings trailed by seven at the end of the third quarter but outscored the Warriors 42-29 in the fourth to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win is an important one for the Kings, who are looking to end their season on a high note after a difficult campaign. The Warriors, meanwhile, will have to compete in the play-in tournament as the No. 10 seed in the West, making this a crucial loss in their postseason push.

The details

Carter shot 11-for-18 from the floor and 6-for-11 from 3-point range for the Kings. Maxime Raynaud scored 23 points, Nique Clifford and Daeqwon Plowden scored 20 apiece, and Malik Monk added 11. The Kings trailed by seven at the end of the third quarter before outscoring Golden State 42-29 in the fourth. Brandin Podziemski led the Warriors with a career-high 30 points, and De'Anthony Melton added 17.

  • The game was played on Friday, April 11, 2026.
  • The Kings and Warriors had previously met on Tuesday, April 8, 2026, with the Warriors winning 110-105.

The players

Devin Carter

A forward for the Sacramento Kings who set career highs with six 3-pointers and 29 points in the win over the Warriors.

Brandin Podziemski

A player for the Golden State Warriors who scored a career-high 30 points in the loss.

Maxime Raynaud

A player for the Sacramento Kings who scored 23 points in the victory.

Stephen Curry

A star player for the Golden State Warriors who scored 11 points in the game.

Kristaps Porzingis

A player for the Golden State Warriors who scored 11 points in the loss.

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What’s next

The Warriors will compete in the NBA play-in tournament as the No. 10 seed in the West, while the Kings will look to finish their season on a high note.

The takeaway

This game showcased the potential of young players like Devin Carter and Brandin Podziemski, while also highlighting the Warriors' struggles as they prepare for the play-in tournament. The Kings' ability to rally in the fourth quarter and secure the victory demonstrates their resilience and growth over the course of the season.