Sacramento Kings vs Washington Wizards Matchup

Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Wizards vs Kings prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Sacramento.

  • The Wizards head to Sacramento for a matchup with the Kings.
  • Defensively, Washington are giving up 122.8 points per game.
  • The Wizards are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Kings.
  • The Kings play host to the Wizards with a 21-20 record.
  • Sacramento has an effective field goal percentage of 54% (13th).
  • The Kings are coming off a 132-127 win vs. the Wizards.

Wizards vs Kings Prediction

In a non-conference matchup, the Washington Wizards (6-34) travel to Sacramento to take on the Kings (21-20) at the Golden 1 Center. The Kings are favored by 16.5 points, and the over/under line is set at 232.5.

Tip-off is scheduled for 9:00 ET, and you can watch the game on NBCS.

Wizards vs. Kings Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Washington Wizards at Sacramento Kings
  • Where: Sacramento at Golden 1 Center
  • Date: Sunday, January 19th
  • Betting Odds SAC -16.5, WAS +902 | SAC -1672 O/U 232.5

Wizards Preview: Can the Washington Offense Score Enough on the Road?

Washington's season record dropped to 6-34 after a 122-114 loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Despite being +13.5 point underdogs, the Wizards kept the game closer than expected. The total score of 236 points went over the pre-game line of 231.5.

Washington led 60-53 before an 11-0 Warriors run shifted momentum. They entered the 4th quarter down 89-87 but were outscored 33-27 in the final period.

In their 122-114 loss to the Warriors, the Wizards hit 22 threes at a 48.9% clip, though their overall shooting percentage was 44.2%. Jordan Poole led the way with 8 made threes, finishing with 38 points, 15 of which came in the 2nd quarter.

Kyle Kuzma added 22 points, scoring 15 in the 4th quarter, and made 3 threes at 50% shooting. Bub Carrington contributed 17 points, hitting 4 threes at 66.7% efficiency.

Defensively, the Wizards struggled in the 2nd half, giving up 36 points in the 3rd quarter and 33 in the 4th, leading to a 122-114 loss to the Warriors. Washington allowed Golden State to shoot 46% from the field.

The Wizards did limit the Warriors' three-point shooting, holding them to 14 made threes on 34% shooting. However, Washington sent Golden State to the line 24 times, where they made 18 free throws. The Wizards also gave up 17 offensive rebounds, finishing with 5 steals and 2 blocks.

Kings Preview: Is a Home Win Possible for the Kings?

The Wizards dropped to 6-34 on the season after a 122-114 loss to the Warriors on Saturday. Washington, who were +13.5 point underdogs, managed to keep the game closer than expected. The total points for the game went over the line of 231.5, with the teams combining for 236 points.

Washington started strong, leading 60-53 at halftime, but the Warriors went on an 11-0 run to take control. The Wizards trailed 89-87 going into the 4th quarter, but Golden State pulled away, outscoring Washington 33-27 in the final period.

In their win over the Rockets, the Kings shot 50% from the field and hit 14 threes at a 42.4% clip. DeMar DeRozan led the way with 33 points, while Malik Monk added 26, and Domantas Sabonis contributed 20 points and 14 rebounds.

DeRozan was key in the 4th quarter, scoring 16 points, while Monk added 12 in the final period. Sabonis had 12 of his 20 points in the 2nd quarter, and De'Aaron Fox added 7 of his 19 points in the 4th.

Despite giving up 127 points, the Kings managed to hold off the Rockets on Thursday. Sacramento allowed 25 points in the 1st quarter and 27 in the 2nd, but their defense struggled in the 3rd and 4th, giving up 33 and 42 points, respectively.

The Rockets shot 52% from the field, including 36% from three, making 12 threes. Houston also went 17/24 from the free-throw line. The Kings gave up 12 offensive rebounds while recording 5 steals and 3 blocks.

Wizards vs Kings Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • Through their last five road contests, the Wizards offense has averaged 109 points per game while allowing an average of 124. Washington posted an overall record of 0-5 while going 2-2-1 ATS.
  • When looking at their past three home matchups, Sacramento has an ATS record of 1-1-1 while averaging 117 per game. The team went 2-1 overall in these games.
  • Through their last three games as the betting underdog, the Wizards have a strong record vs the spread going 3-0. Their straight up mark in these contests is 0-3.
  • The Kings have played well in their last three games as the betting favorite, going 3-0 straight up and 2-0-1 against the spread.

Wizards vs Kings Prediction

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