Kings Rookie Raynaud Scores 28 in Comeback Win Over Pelicans

Sacramento overcame a 17-point first-half deficit to defeat New Orleans 117-113.

Apr. 4, 2026 at 5:37am

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Rookie Maxime Raynaud scored 28 points to lead the Sacramento Kings to a 117-113 comeback victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday night. The Kings rallied from a 17-point first-half deficit to secure the win.

Why it matters

The Kings' victory over the Pelicans showcases the impressive performance of rookie Maxime Raynaud, who has emerged as a key contributor for Sacramento this season. The comeback win also demonstrates the team's resilience and ability to overcome early deficits.

The details

Raynaud, a 22-year-old French forward, shot 10-of-16 from the field and added 6 rebounds to his stat line. The Kings trailed by as many as 17 points in the first half before rallying in the second half to secure the victory.

  • The game took place on Friday, April 4, 2026.

The players

Maxime Raynaud

A 22-year-old French rookie forward for the Sacramento Kings.

Sacramento Kings

The NBA team that defeated the New Orleans Pelicans in this game.

New Orleans Pelicans

The NBA team that lost to the Sacramento Kings in this game.

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What they’re saying

“Maxime really stepped up for us tonight. His energy and scoring were crucial in the comeback.”

— Mike Brown, Head Coach, Sacramento Kings

The takeaway

Rookie Maxime Raynaud's standout performance in leading the Sacramento Kings to a comeback victory over the New Orleans Pelicans showcases his potential as a rising star in the NBA.