April brings the curtain down on Sacramento’s home schedule for the 2026–27 NBA season, and it closes with just two games — both worth marking on your calendar before the playoff picture takes shape. On the first Sunday of the month, the Golden State Warriors roll into Golden 1 Center for an afternoon rivalry matchup. Five days later, the Dallas Mavericks come to town on a Friday night. Two chances to catch the Kings at home before the postseason either begins or doesn’t. That’s the entire month.
If you’ve been waiting to catch a game at Golden 1 Center this season, the window is nearly closed.
The April Schedule at a Glance
| Date | Day | Opponent | Tipoff (PT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 4 | Sunday | Golden State Warriors | 3:00 PM |
| April 9 | Friday | Dallas Mavericks | 7:00 PM |
Both Games Are Worth Your Time
April 4 vs. Golden State Warriors — Sunday, 3:00 PM
The Warriors–Kings rivalry is one of the more reliably charged matchups on Sacramento’s home calendar. Both franchises share a state, a division, and a history that makes even regular-season games feel like they carry extra weight. An afternoon Sunday tipoff means you can structure a full day around it: brunch downtown before tip, post-game drinks in Midtown without fighting a late-night crowd. At this point in the season, standings implications for both teams are still in play, which keeps the energy in the building genuine rather than ceremonial. This is the pick of the month.
April 9 vs. Dallas Mavericks — Friday, 7:00 PM
Friday nights at Golden 1 Center have their own atmosphere, and a primetime matchup against a competitive Western Conference team tends to draw well. The Mavericks are a franchise that travels with fans and brings a storyline worth watching. With this being the final home game of the regular season, the crowd tends to be more engaged than usual regardless of the record. If you’re taking someone to their first live NBA game, a Friday-night season finale is one of the better entry points — the building rewards the occasion.
Getting to the Arena
Parking: Pre-purchased passes through SacPark are the most reliable option. Garages at 5th & J, 7th & K, and 5th & L Street are all within walking distance of the arena. Spaces are first-come, first-served even with a prepaid pass, so arriving early matters. All garages open two hours before tipoff. Monthly pass holders can stay through events at no extra charge.
Light Rail: Several SacRT light rail stations are within a block of the arena. Gold Line weekend construction can affect service, so check sacrt.com/stationclosure before you go — especially for the Sunday afternoon game on April 4.
Game Day Express from Roseville: Non-stop shuttle service runs from Roseville directly to Kings home games. Tickets are available through the City of Roseville’s website. This option works well for the evening game on April 9 if you want to skip downtown parking entirely.
Bike Valet: Free valet service at Ali Yousseffi Square, 7th & K Street. Opens two hours before major events, closes 30 minutes after the final buzzer.
Tickets: Available at the Golden 1 Center box office or through Ticketmaster. Final home games of the season often see a late surge in interest if playoff seeding is still being determined — prices can move in the final week. Book when the price looks right rather than waiting for a better deal that may not come.
For a full breakdown of what to expect on game day, see the 2026–27 Golden 1 Center home game guide. For the month just before April, see the Sacramento Kings March 2027 guide.
The Details
- Venue: Golden 1 Center, 500 David J. Stern Walk, Sacramento, CA 95814
- April 4 vs. Warriors: Sunday, 3:00 PM PT (final day of the home Warriors–Kings rivalry this season)
- April 9 vs. Mavericks: Friday, 7:00 PM PT (final regular-season home game of the year)
- Parking: Pre-purchase through reserve.sacpark.org; garages open 2 hours before tipoff
- Transit: SacRT light rail; check sacrt.com for schedules and any Gold Line closures
- Roseville Express Shuttle: Non-stop from Roseville; tickets via City of Roseville website
- Bike Valet: Free at 7th & K Street (Ali Yousseffi Square), opens 2 hours before tipoff
- Tickets: Ticketmaster or Golden 1 Center box office
Bottom Line
April gives Sacramento two games and two legitimate reasons to show up. The Warriors rivalry on Sunday afternoon is the clear pick — accessible schedule, high atmosphere, and end-of-season stakes. The Mavericks on Friday night is the right choice if your group prefers primetime energy and a competitive matchup to close out the year. After April 9, the regular-season home schedule is done. These are the last two chances.