The Sacramento Kings entered their game against the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Cup on Wednesday with some momentum after winning back-to-back games, serving as a bright spot in what has been a bleak campaign.

They, however, were sent crashing back to earth early, as they were obliterated by the Suns in the first quarter, 41-16.

The Kings showed more fight in the ensuing frame, including a one-handed reverse dunk from Zach LaVine , waking up the crowd at Golden 1 Center. LaVine took advantage of his speed and drove past Mark Williams before slamming it in style. Expand Tweet

LaVine reminded everyone that he can still throw it down. He's not a two-time champion of the Slam Dunk Contest for nothing.

Early in his career, the high-flying guard routinely made highlight plays. But over

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