SACRAMENTO, Calif. — In a thrilling matchup, DeMar DeRozan played a pivotal role in Sacramento’s victory over the Miami Heat, delivering nine of the Kings’ 11 points in the second overtime. The Kings triumphed with a final score of 123-118, marking their fifth consecutive win under interim coach Doug Christie, which is their longest streak this season.

DeRozan had an impressive outing, scoring 30 points on 12-of-26 shooting from the field. Domantas Sabonis contributed significantly to the game with a triple-double consisting of 21 points, 18 rebounds, and 11 assists, leading the Kings to victory for the second game in a row without their injured point guard De’Aaron Fox. Other notable performances came from Malik Monk, who added 23 points, while Keon Ellis and Keegan Murray contributed 17 and 14 points respectively, with Murray also grabbing 12 rebounds.

For the Heat, Jaime Jaquez Jr. achieved a triple-double as well, recording 16 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists. Tyler Herro led the Heat with 26 points but made a critical error with an 8-second violation late in the fourth quarter that proved detrimental. Terry Rozier supported the team with 18 points, and Haywood Highsmith scored 14. The game concluded regulation with both teams tied at 102 and remained tied at 112 after the first overtime.

In the second overtime, DeRozan asserted his dominance, hitting a three-pointer followed by several step-back jumpers, leaving the Heat unable to secure their first overtime victory on the road this season.

**Takeaways**: For the Heat, despite a strong start through the first four quarters, their performance faltered in the overtime period, and Coach Erik Spoelstra emphasized the need to maintain composure. Meanwhile, the Kings showcased increased determination and tenacity under Christie’s leadership compared to their play during the final weeks under the previous coach, Mike Brown.

**Key Moment**: A turning point in the game came when Jaquez missed two crucial free throws with only three seconds left in the first overtime, allowing the Kings the opportunity to capitalize and force a second overtime.

**Key Stat**: This season, the Heat holds a 4-7 record in games where star player Jimmy Butler is absent.

**Upcoming Matches**: The Heat are set to face the Golden State Warriors next, while the Kings will embark on a four-game road trip starting with a matchup against the Boston Celtics on Friday.