Two teams that reversed fortunes with second-game wins following opening-day losses go for their second straight victories when the Los Angeles Lakers visit the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.

Going for a second time without the injured LeBron James, the Lakers bounced back from a disappointing opening loss to the Golden State Warriors with an impressive 128-110 dismantling of the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night.

At the same time in the northern half of the state, Domantas Sabonis followed in a Malik Monk miss with the difference-making points as the Kings, beaten in their opener at Phoenix, thrilled the home fans with a 105-104 triumph over the Utah Jazz.

Luka Doncic was the star of the Lakers' victory, going for 49 points after having seen his 43 go for naught two ni

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