SACRAMENTO — In a game that lacked much defensive intensity, the New Orleans Hornets produced a season-high points total Monday night in outgunning the Sacramento Kings.

David West scored 25 points for the Hornets, who shot 56 percent and pulled away late in the fourth quarter to defeat the Kings 125-118.

Defense seemed only an occasional consideration for two teams heading toward the conclusion of disappointing seasons. Both teams had uncontested outside shots throughout and combined to make 19 3-pointers.

“It wasn’t a defensive game, it was more like an All-Star game,” said ex-King Bobby Jackson, who had 20 points and five rebounds for the Hornets. “You have two teams that aren’t looking to make the playoffs. We were just out there to have a good time and try to make things happen.”

Ron Artest had 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists for Sacramento (33-48), which will have its worst record since the 1997-98 season. Francisco Garcia and Mike Bibby each scored 17 points, Shareef Abdur-Rahim had 15, Kevin Martin 12 and Quincy Douby added 10.

Each team has one game left on Wednesday. The Kings meet the Lakers at home and the Hornets play their final game in Los Angeles against the Clippers.

The Kings played poorly down the stretch as their string of eight straight playoff appearances ended.

“Hopefully we’ll end on a win,” said Bibby, who hasn’t missed a game all season. “Pride, just try to win the last game. It’s a long wait if we don’t.”

Bibby made four straight 3-pointers in the first quarter, helping Sacramento get off to a 25-9 start. Teammate Justin Williams was 1-of-4 on free throws and is shooting 34 percent this season.