The Sacramento Kings have dropped four of their last five games, falling to a 2-5 record early in the 2025–26 season. They now face another tough challenge against their state rivals, the Golden State Warriors.
The Kings and Warriors have built a strong rivalry since their heated 2023 first-round playoff series, but this upcoming matchup will look different. Fans expecting a star-filled clash may need to look elsewhere, as both teams are entering the game with extensive injury lists.
For Sacramento, the situation is particularly difficult. The team will be without three key starters:
Missing their two top players and another starter places the Kings at a significant disadvantage against their in-state opponent. However, Golden State’s injury report is also far from encouraging, suggesting Wednesday’s contest will feature more role players than superstars.
“A packed injury report between the Kings and Warriors is setting up a battle of the role players on Wednesday night.”
The Kings face the Warriors amid severe injuries to key starters, turning what could have been a star matchup into a test of depth for both teams.