SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Update:
The Kings will face the Timberwolves for a shot at busting the NBA playoff drought at the Golden 1 Center.
The Timberwolves beat out the Warriors 99-96. A loss would have clinched the playoff berth for the Sacramento Kings, but now, the Kings have the chance to finish their story at home in front of fans who've been waiting 16 long years.
The Kings meet the Timberwolves Monday at 7 p.m. at the Golden 1 Center.
Original Story:
The Sacramento Kings are a single win away from busting the longest playoff drought in NBA history, and, if everything goes their way, the drought could end Sunday night.
One way or another, the end of the Kings' playoff drought currently hinges on the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Sacramento Kings clinch a spot in the playoffs if the Golden State Warriors defeat the Timberwolves Sunday night. The Warriors have home court advantage at the Chase Center and are also riding a three-game winning streak. They've met the Timberwolves on the court three times this season, and have come away with the win twice.
If the Timberwolves take the win, it's all up to the Kings to secure their spot in the playoffs Monday. They'll meet the Timberwolves at the Golden 1 Center for a chance to clinch in front of fans who've been waiting 16 years for that very moment.
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