Is Domantas Sabonis playing tonight against Detroit Pistons? Latest on Kings 3x All-Star's status (Dec. 26)

Domantas Sabonis is questionable to play against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday. The three-time All-Star is dealing with an unspecified illness. Sabonis has missed three games this season. If he doesn't suit up, it would be his fourth absence of the season. The Kings are 1-1 without Sabonis.

In 28 games, he's averaged 21.1 points. 13.5 rebounds and 6.0 assists, shooting 60.3%, including 41.8% from 3 and 79.1% from the free throw line. However, Sacramento hasn't managed a winning record despite his availability. They are reeling in the stacked Western Conference with a 13-17 record, 12th in the standings.

The Pistons enter Thursday's clash in impressive form, winning three of their last four games, including two consecutive on the road against the Phoenix Suns and LA Lakers. Sacramento will hope Domantas Sabonis is good to go as a fifth straight loss could be imminent if in his absence.

Domantas Sabonis stats vs. Detroit Pistons

Domantas Sabonis has played 21 games against the Detroit Pistons, averaging 17.6 ppg, 10.0 rpg and 3.9 apg on 59/29/79 splits, winning 12 games. He had an excellent run against them in the two-game season series last year, averaging 33.5 ppg, 11.0 rpg and 10.0 rpg. The Kings went 1-1. Sabonis and the Kings will face the Pistons for the first time this year.

Detroit is one of the most physical teams. It relies on that to win games. The Kings can counter that with players like Sabonis at their disposal, making his availability even more crucial. His rebounding and size could make him a key factor in this matchup.

How to watch Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game?

FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and NBC Sports California will provide coverage of the Detroit Pistons vs. Sacramento Kings game in local regions. Viewers outside the TV coverage areas can catch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 10:00 p.m. ET at the Golden 1 Center.