> At a Glance
> – Russell Westbrook moves past Magic Johnson for 7th on the NBA career assists list with 10,149 assists.
> – Kings defeat Mavericks 113-107, Westbrook scores 21 points and records nine assists.
> – Keon Ellis hits five 3-pointers, adding 21 points to the Kings’ win.
> – Why it matters: The victory marks Sacramento’s third win in 13 games and cements Westbrook’s place among the league’s all-time leaders.
The Sacramento Kings edged the Dallas Mavericks 113-107 on Sunday, December 27, 2025, with Russell Westbrook delivering a historic performance that pushed him past Magic Johnson on the all-time assists list. Westbrook’s 21 points and nine assists were pivotal as the Kings secured their third win in 13 outings.
Westbrook’s Historic Assist Milestone
Westbrook’s 10,149 assists place him 8 more than Johnson, moving him to seventh on the NBA career assists list. He also narrowed the gap to Dominique Wilkins for 19th on the scoring chart, trailing by just nine points. The 37-year-old’s achievement underscores his lasting impact on the league.
- Assists: 10,149 (7th all-time)
- Points: 21
- Rebounds: 5
- Steals: 0
- Turnovers: 0
Kings’ Key Players and Game Flow
Keon Ellis led the offense with 21 points, shooting five 3-pointers in a critical run that helped the Kings close a 18-point deficit. Maxime Raynaud contributed 19 points, while Dennis Schroder added 10. Rookie guard Nique Clifford grabbed 9 rebounds and scored 8 points off the bench.
| Player | Team | Points | 3-Pointers | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Russell Westbrook | Kings | 21 | 0 | 5 |
| Keon Ellis | Kings | 21 | 5 | 2 |
| Maxime Raynaud | Kings | 19 | 0 | 3 |
| Dennis Schroder | Kings | 10 | 0 | 4 |
| Nique Clifford | Kings | 8 | 0 | 9 |
| Cooper Flagg | Mavericks | 23 | 0 | 6 |
| P.J. Washington | Mavericks | 17 | 0 | 0 |
| Klay Thompson | Mavericks | 14 | 0 | 0 |
The Mavericks struggled to keep pace, trimming the Kings’ lead to eight points early but falling short as Sacramento doubled the margin mid-second quarter and led 59-44 at halftime. With only nine seconds left, Dallas was within 111-107 before DeMar DeRozan sealed the game with two free throws.
Mavs’ Struggles and Upcoming Games
The Mavericks now sit at 12-21, having lost four of their last five games. Their next matchup is a road trip to face the Portland Trail Blazers on Monday night, while the Kings will travel to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers.
Key Takeaways
- Westbrook surpasses Magic Johnson, moving to 7th on the NBA assists leaderboard.
- Kings’ 113-107 win is their third in 13 games, fueled by Ellis’s 5-3-pointer spree.
- Mavericks’ 12-21 record reflects ongoing challenges; they head to Portland next.
The Kings’ victory, highlighted by Westbrook’s historic milestone, signals a bright stretch for Sacramento as they continue to build momentum in the season.
