Kings-Warriors Game 4 was the most-watched 1st Round match in 21 years / News - Basketnews.com

An average audience of 7.523 million viewers, peaking at 10.406 million, watched Game 4 between the Kings and the Warriors, the most in 21 years since the Lakers-Blazers matchup in 2002.

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The 1st Round NBA playoff series between the Sacramento Kings and the Golden State Warriors has been one of the most anticipated in years. The numbers prove it.

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According to Sports Media Watch, Game 4 of the series was the most-watched 1st Round match in 21 years when Shaq and Kobe's Lakers squared off against the Portland Trail Blazers, commonly known as the Jail Blazers back then, in 2002.

The game had an average audience of 7.523 million viewers, peaking at 10.406 million.

After a captivating fight, the reigning champs overcame the Kings and tied the series at 2-2. After four games, it's currently the only 1st Round playoff series with such a result this year.

The Kings took a serious hit after the game when it was revealed that their leader De'Aaron Fox suffered a fractured index finger in his left shooting hand and is now doubtful for Game 5.

The series was mired in controversy after Draymond Green stomped on Domantas Sabonis in Game 2 and was later suspended for one game for it.

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