Which is worse: playing two consecutive nights or facing the best team in the NBA two games in a row?

James Johnson hits game-winner in Sacramento victory over New York, while Golden State dominates the boards in a win over Philadelphia.

The Golden State Warriors continue to prove they are a worthy playoff contender while the Sacramento Kings are just happy to get the occasional win.

After they both won Friday night, the Kings and Warriors will each play once more this weekend with both teams facing the Boston Celtics.

The Golden State Warriors rode a big second quarter to a 96-89 win against Philadelphia on Friday.

Stephen Curry nearly posted a triple double, and the Golden State Warriors easily handled the Utah Jazz.

The past two days have been busy ones across the NBA. The two teams from the Bay Area are heading in different directions.

Standings from around the NBA ahead of a big weekend of games. Last year's finalists – Oklahoma City and Miami – currently lead the two conferences. The surprising Golden State Warriors have won eight of their last 10 to move into fifth place.

Mark Jackson said the Warriors are considering utilizing a Hack-a-Howard strategy against Dwight Howard and the Lakers on Saturday.

Golden State continued to play well at home, improving to 8-3 at home with a 115-100 win against Charlotte.