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February 12, 2026
Steps up in rare start
Carter accumulated 19 points (4-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 10-12 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one block across 30 minutes during Wednesday's 121-93 loss to Utah.
Analysis
With Russell Westbrook (ankle), Zach LaVine (finger) and Malik Monk (illness) all sidelined, Carter entered the starting lineup for the first time this season. Carter responded by posting his best scoring performance of the campaign while finishing second on his team in scoring behind DeMar DeRozan. The Providence product is now averaging 14.6 points, 4.4 rebounds and 4.2 assists over his last five games.
February 12, 2026
Starting Wednesday
Carter will start Wednesday against the Jazz, Brenden Nunes of KHTK Sactown Sports 1140 reports.
Analysis
Russell Westbrook (ankle), Zach LaVine (finger) and Malik Monk (illness) are all unavailable for Wednesday's game, so Carter will draw the first start of his career. The rookie has been heating up over the past three games, churning out averages of 14.7 points, 4.0 assists and 1.0 steals per contest, so he's worth a look as a potential streamer in deep leagues with the increased opportunity Wednesday evening.
February 8, 2026
Hits for 18 points
Carter recorded 18 points (6-13 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 27 minutes during Saturday's 132-126 loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis
Carter saw more time on the court due to Zach LaVine's (finger) absence, and the Kings seem content to kick the tires for depth ahead of the break. The 2024 first-round pick hasn't done much in his second season with the Kings, but the team's reluctance to include him in trade talks indicates a strong desire to keep him in the fold. Unless the Kings make drastic changes and choose to bench their veterans, Carter's best chances to contribute are still a season away.