Russell Westbrook scored 25 points and Precious Achiuwa had 22 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Kings. DeMar DeRozan and Daeqwon Plowden each added 20 points, with Plowden scoring 10 in the fourth quarter to help secure the win.
The victory was significant for Sacramento, which had the NBA's worst record before the win. Memphis was without eight players due to injuries, with Javon Smalls leading the Grizzlies with 21 points. The Kings will visit Houston on Wednesday while the Grizzlies host Golden State.