LA Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings: Odds, Expert Picks, and Predictions

The LA Clippers are set to take on the Sacramento Kings on Friday night. This matchup features the Clippers at 23-27 and the Kings at 12-40. The game will take place at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, with a tip-off scheduled for 10 p.m. ET, and can be streamed on Prime Video.

Matchup Overview

In their last encounter, the Clippers emerged victorious, defeating the Kings 131-90 on December 30. This win marked their first meeting of the season and was achieved while the Clippers were favored by 9.5 points. The game also surpassed the Over/Under line of 218.5.

However, the Clippers faced a setback recently, losing to the Cleveland Cavaliers with a score of 124-91. This defeat came during a transitional period for the team, having just traded guard James Harden to the Cavaliers. Despite star player Kawhi Leonard contributing 25 points, the Clippers have struggled, losing three out of their last four games.

Current Form and Injuries

The Kings are in a challenging position, having lost ten consecutive games, including a recent 129-125 defeat against the Memphis Grizzlies. In that game, center Domantas Sabonis recorded 24 points and 15 rebounds, while forward DeMar DeRozan added 20 points. Currently, the Kings are battling their own injury issues, which could impact their performance.

Latest Betting Odds

According to BetMGM Sportsbook, here are the latest odds for the Clippers vs. Kings matchup:

• Moneyline: Clippers -185, Kings +150
• Against the Spread: Clippers -3.5 (-115), Kings +3.5 (-105)
• Over/Under: 222.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Key Injury Reports

• Clippers:
  • Bradley Beal (hip) – out
  • Darius Garland – pending trade – out
  • Isaiah Jackson – pending trade – out
  • Bennedict Mathurin – pending trade – out
• Kings:
  • Keegan Murray (ankle) – out
  • Domantas Sabonis (back) – questionable

Expert Picks and Predictions

Predicting the outcome, analysts suggest the Clippers may win by a narrow margin of 115-109. However, concerns about the Clippers’ depth and the Kings’ struggles could complicate this prediction. If Sabonis plays, he may pose a challenge for the Clippers’ defense.

For those considering bets, a more favorable option might be to place a wager on Domantas Sabonis achieving a double-double at -140 odds. Given recent performance trends, taking the Clippers at -3.5 could also be a viable choice. Both teams have been inconsistent against the spread, with the Kings struggling at 2-8 during their losing streak.

Since both teams rank low in defensive ratings, the over on 222.5 points may be a solid bet. The Kings have hit the Over in their last two games, while the Clippers have done so in three of their last four.

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