The game had the kind of feel where you thought it might be a special night for Earl Watson.

Watson said after the game that he felt sick this morning, but obviously the he shook that off and played his best game of the season, and perhaps his career.

Watson has been shooting better and with more confidence the last month or so compared to the beginning of the year. That continued against Sacramento, as he finished 9-of-12 from the floor, and 3-of-4 from beyond the arc.

But what stood out was his command of the offense, getting guys in the right spots offensively. And then defensively he played up top on Seattle's effective zone defense.

Watson also finished with two steals, and four turnovers that can be overlooked considering the rest of his numbers.

"He was unbelievable," Seattle coach P.J. Carlesimo said. "He distributed the ball. He rebounded. He defended really well and he made big shots."

Seattle earned its first road victory in 15 tries, and the Sonics fourth win in five games.