The Sacramento Kings head to Detroit on Sunday, January 25, hoping to improve their road form, while the Pistons look to bounce back after a rare defeat. The afternoon matchup brings together two teams with different recent trends as the NBA regular season moves deeper into January.
The game will tip off at 3:00 p.m. ET at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Fans in both markets can watch on their regional sports networks, while eligible viewers can stream the contest through supported live TV services.
Kings vs Pistons TV schedule and streaming details
- Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Time: 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, Michigan
- Detroit broadcast: FDSDET
- Sacramento broadcast: NBC Sports California (NBCS-CA)
- Streaming: Fubo (subject to regional availability and blackout rules)
If you are outside either team’s local television market, broadcast availability may differ depending on your provider. The official NBA schedule is the best source for the latest broadcast listings and game information.
Latest injury updates
Detroit expects leading guard Cade Cunningham to be available after being listed as probable with a wrist injury. Veteran guard Caris LeVert remains day to day because of illness.
Sacramento will be without forward Keegan Murray, who continues to recover from an ankle injury. Guard Zach LaVine is listed as questionable due to a back issue, making his status one of the key storylines before tip-off.
What to watch during the game
Detroit has established itself as one of the stronger defensive teams this season, but turnovers and slower offensive possessions have occasionally allowed opponents to stay within reach. Sacramento, meanwhile, needs a more balanced performance after struggling to consistently close out games away from home.
Much of the Kings’ success could depend on Domantas Sabonis, whose passing, rebounding and interior scoring remain central to Sacramento’s offense. Limiting second-chance opportunities and protecting the basketball will also be important against Detroit’s physical defense.
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Streaming tip before tip-off
If your streaming service displays a different regional broadcast, verify your location settings and confirm that your subscription includes the appropriate regional sports network. Refreshing the app before the game begins often resolves feed selection issues.
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