With 35 seconds left in regulation, Gay missed a contested three, and Harden sank one of his own with 20 seconds left to tie the game at 95. Gay missed a 18 foot jumper on an iso play the next possession, but Houston didn't have enough time to ward off the extra period.

Sacramento broke out in the first quarter, running to a 26-16 lead while holding the Rockets to 28% shooting. Unlike the season's regular pattern, the bench unit did not surrender the lead to begin the second-they combined for 14 first half points while holding their own against many of the Rockets' starters. The Kings maintained a 46-36 lead at halftime, which was the lowest amount Houston has scored in a half all season.

Sacramento had plenty of opportunities to close out the game, including a 95-90 lead with 57 seconds to go, but Gay misfired on both of his late iso possessions while Harden managed his own.

The Kings remain home for four more straight games, continuing with the Detroit Pistons on Saturday and the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday.

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