While the Sacramento Kings’ 2024-25 season has been up and down, Domantas Sabonis has been as consistent as ever and is putting together arguably the best season of his nine-year career.

The two-time All-NBA center is averaging 21 points, 12.6 rebounds and 6.3 assists on 62.4 percent from the field and 41.2 percent from distance. Only five players in NBA history have averages of at least 20, 12 and 6 (Wilt Chamberlain, Kevin Garnett, Nikola Jokić, Oscar Robertson).

The 21 points would be a career high for Sabonis, thanks largely to his improved efficiency and volume from deep as he shoots 2.6 three-pointers per game compared to 1.1 last season.

But it’s not just three-point shooting that has boosted Sabonis’ scoring prowess, but also his efficiency everywhere on the court.

Domantas makes life impossible for the defenders. They are forced to get out and defend the three-point line while also being prepared for Sabonis to put them in their place. If they give up too much to defend the rim, Sabonis can hit the floater or mid-range jumper to make them score.

With the signing of DeMar DeRozan, teams cannot afford to let the Sabonis dominate at a low level like they have in previous seasons. There are very few defenders who can protect Sabonis one-on-one on the block with the combination of his strength and skill.

With Sabonis’ improved free throw percentage increasing from 70.4 percent last season to 80.2 percent this season, Domantas has not only had the best season of his career, but also one of the most efficient seasons in NBA history.

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