Vezenkov returned to action for the Sacramento Kings, but the team experienced another defeat against New Orleans on the road. The Bulgarian basketball player, who missed the game two days ago due to thumb pain, played for 10 minutes in tonight's game, which ended in a 112-117 loss.
In the match, Vezenkov struggled with his shooting, making just one of five attempts, concluding the game with 3 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 turnovers. Trail Lyles, who has been recovering from an injury in recent months, also returned to the game, contributing 12 points and 8 rebounds in 27 minutes of play. As Lyles plays the same position as Vezenkov, his return might impact the Bulgarian player's playing time.
Although New Orleans had a 14-point lead going into the final quarter, the Kings mounted a strong comeback, briefly taking a 1-point lead before ultimately succumbing in the closing minutes. Zion Williamson led the Pelicans with 25 points, 5 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Brandon Ingram added 23 points. For the Kings, De'Aaron Fox scored 26 points, and center Domantas Sabonis finished with 23 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists.
Following their second consecutive loss, Sacramento occupies the sixth spot in the Western Conference with an 8-6 record. New Orleans stands in the ninth position in the same conference with 8 wins and 7 losses. Next up, the Kings will face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday at 3:00 Bulgarian time, marking the sixth consecutive away game for Mike Brown's team. /BGNES