Jazz Triumph Over Kings in Salt Lake City Showdown

SALT LAKE CITY (February 11, 2026) – The Utah Jazz delivered a commanding performance Wednesday night, securing a 121-93 victory over the struggling Sacramento Kings. Jaren Jackson Jr. led the charge with a stellar 23-point performance in his home debut, igniting the crowd and setting the tone for the Jazz’s dominant win.

Key Performances Fuel Jazz Victory

Lauri Markkanen contributed 19 points to the Jazz’s offensive onslaught, while Isaiah Collier showcased his all-around game with 12 points and an impressive 14 assists. Brice Sensabaugh proved to be a valuable asset off the bench, adding 19 points to the Jazz’s total. The Jazz’s shooting efficiency was remarkable, connecting on 54.7% of their field goal attempts and sinking 15 three-pointers.

Demar DeRozan led the Kings with 20 points, and Devin Carter added 19, but their efforts weren’t enough to overcome the Jazz’s relentless attack. This loss marks the Kings’ 14th consecutive defeat, highlighting their current struggles.

Dominant First Quarter Sets the Stage

The Jazz exploded in the first quarter, outscoring the Kings 39-15. A blistering 24-3 run, fueled by Markkanen and Sensabaugh, created a significant lead that the Kings couldn’t recover from. Utah’s offensive rhythm was exceptional, scoring on seven consecutive possessions while holding Sacramento scoreless for nearly six minutes. While the Kings briefly broke their drought with late baskets from Daeqwon Plowden and DeRozan, they shot a dismal 7-for-29 (24.1%) from the field in the opening quarter.

Jazz Maintain Control Throughout

The Jazz didn’t let up in the second quarter, extending their lead to 71-44 at halftime. They continued to dominate in the third quarter, pushing their advantage to 34 points (100-66) with a buzzer-beating layup from Sensabaugh. Utah’s ability to capitalize on fastbreak opportunities (25-6) and dominate the paint (58-42) proved crucial to their success.

Looking Ahead

The Sacramento Kings will look to break their losing streak when they host the Orlando Magic on Thursday, February 19th. The Utah Jazz will continue their homestand, welcoming the Portland Trail Blazers on Thursday.

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