Jazz Send Kings to Franchise Record-Tying 14th Straight Loss

Utah cruises to 121-93 victory over struggling Sacramento squad

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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The Utah Jazz defeated the Sacramento Kings 121-93 on Wednesday night, sending the Kings to their franchise record-tying 14th consecutive loss. Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 23 points in his home debut for the Jazz, while Lauri Markkanen added 19 points and 7 rebounds. The Kings, who last set this dubious record in 1959-60 and 1971-72, were led by DeMar DeRozan's 20 points but struggled mightily, shooting just 24.1% in the first quarter as the Jazz built a big early lead.

Why it matters

The Kings' extended losing streak highlights their ongoing struggles this season, as they continue to search for answers to turn things around. The Jazz, meanwhile, have now won two straight games and appear to be finding their rhythm with the addition of Jackson to complement their existing talent.

The details

The Jazz were dominant from start to finish, outscoring the Kings 58-42 in the paint and 25-6 on fastbreak points. Utah shot 54.7% from the field and made 15 3-pointers. The Jazz pulled away with a 24-3 run in the first quarter, holding the Kings without a basket for nearly six minutes. Sacramento shot just 7-of-29 (24.1%) in the opening frame. The Jazz led by as many as 34 points in the second half.

  • The Kings' 14th consecutive loss ties a franchise record set in 1959-60 and 1971-72.
  • Jaren Jackson Jr. made his home debut for the Jazz after being traded from Memphis on Feb. 3.

The players

Jaren Jackson Jr.

A forward who was recently traded to the Utah Jazz from the Memphis Grizzlies.

Lauri Markkanen

A forward for the Utah Jazz who scored 19 points and grabbed 7 rebounds in the win.

DeMar DeRozan

A guard for the Sacramento Kings who led his team with 20 points in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee (Instagram)

The takeaway

The Kings' extended losing streak highlights their ongoing struggles this season, as they continue to search for answers to turn things around. The Jazz, meanwhile, have now won two straight games and appear to be finding their rhythm with the addition of Jackson to complement their existing talent.