Sacramento Kings They started the 2024-25 season with two wins and two losses, but there were plenty of bright spots in their average start.

Although many fans questioned head coach Mike Brown’s decision to start Kevin Huerter instead of Keon Ellis or Malik Monk, Sacramento’s starting lineup was outstanding.

Per NBA Advanced StatsSacramento’s starting lineup of De’Aaron Fox, Kevin Huerter, DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray and Domantas Sabonis has the highest net rating (24.0) of any five-man roster in the NBA (at least 48 minutes played together). .

Kings ahead of starting 11 Boston Celtics (17.6), Houston Rockets (14.5), New York Knicks (12.5) and Denver Nuggets (11.8).

Sacramento’s offense was good, the same roster with the fifth-best offensive rating in the league (121.7), but the difference was on the defensive side of the ball. Despite the perception that the Kings’ defense is weak, their starters have the best defensive rating (97.7) among five-man rosters in the league.

For reference, the only other roster ranked in the top five in offensive rating and top three in defensive rating is the Celtics’ starter, the reigning champions and co-favorites to repeat.

While many fans disagreed with Brown’s decision to start Huerter, Brown has exceeded expectations so far. The offseason addition of six-time All-Star DeMar DeRozan already appears to be paying off, as the six-time All-Star has been the perfect piece on Sacramento’s roster.

Despite what the record shows, the Kings have built a very strong roster and will pose a very serious threat to the Western Conference if they continue to play both sides of the ball.

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