Mavs Fall 100-115 to Kings in Monday Night Upset

A Home Loss for Dallas

The Sacramento Kings secured their first victory of the season with a decisive 115-100 win over the Dallas Mavericks at the American Airlines Center on Monday, November 2, 2026. The result leaves Dallas with a 4-3 record while improving Sacramento’s standing to 1-6.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

Dallas opened the contest with early momentum, taking a 2-0 lead in the first quarter before Sacramento responded. The Kings closed the opening period on a strong note, ending the first quarter with a 19-18 advantage despite trailing for much of the frame.

The second quarter proved to be a tightly contested affair, with both teams trading baskets and leads. The score remained deadlocked at multiple points, including 40-40 and 47-47. Sacramento managed to pull ahead slightly before the break, carrying a 35-29 lead into halftime.

The third quarter saw the Kings extend their advantage significantly. Darius Acuff Jr. began to dominate, hitting crucial shots to push the score to 60-53 and later 62-55. Sacramento’s defense held Dallas to just 21 points in the period, widening the gap to 78-74 by the end of the third quarter.

In the fourth quarter, the Kings pulled away definitively. Malik Monk and Darius Acuff Jr. led the offensive surge, with Monk hitting multiple three-pointers and Acuff adding driving layups. The final score of 115-100 reflected Sacramento’s complete control in the final period.

Key Performances

Darius Acuff Jr. was the standout player for the Kings, scoring a game-high 25 points. He also contributed to the team's ball movement, while Malik Monk provided 7 assists, helping to orchestrate the offense effectively. Precious Achiuwa controlled the glass for Sacramento with 10 rebounds.

For the Mavericks, Daniel Gafford led the way with 20 points and 7 rebounds. Naji Marshall facilitated the offense with 7 assists, but the team could not overcome Sacramento’s balanced attack.

Final Records

With this loss, the Dallas Mavericks drop to 4-3 on the season. The Sacramento Kings improve their record to 1-6. The game drew an attendance of 18,967 at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas.

Sources

ESPN