Sacramento Kings swingman John Salmons (15), on a fast break, stuffs the ball for two points against the Milwaukee Bucks during fourth quarter action of their game, played Monday night. Salmons scored 22 points as Sacramento rallied to beat Milwaukee 96-93.

In a game that saw ten lead changes in the fourth quarter alone, the Sacramento Kings managed to rally and narrowly beat the slumping Milwaukee Bucks at Arco Arena Monday night. The game was a game of attrition as both teams exchanged numerous leads through three quarters; Milwaukee would hold a 74-66 lead after three quarters.Picking up some energy finally, the Kings woke up in the fourth quarter as they made a 10-point run capped by two 3-pointers by Kings guard Francisco Garcia that got them back in the game. Kings forward Ron Artest made a layup with 52 seconds left in the game that put the Kings up for good 95-93; Sacramento center Brad Miller would steal a pass, then John salmons would make a free throw to provide the final scoring for the game.

Milwaukee was led by Michael Redd with 24 points, while Andrew Bogut added 14 and 9 rebounds; Mo Williams contributed 12 along with 9 assists. Sacramento’s high scorer was Salmons with 22; Miller poured in 17 with 10 rebounds, while Garcia chipped in 15. Artest had a good outing as he scored 11 points, along with 7 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocked shots. Milwaukee (8-12) returns home to host the Orlando Magic Wednesday night, while Sacramento (8-12) flies to take on the Boston Celtics - also on Wednesday night.

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