Kings vs Warriors Prediction and Odds

Kings vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: The bookmakers have favored the home side, Sacramento Kings over the visitors Golden State Warriors.

The Sacramento Kings and the Golden State Warriors are gearing up for another showdown, this time at the Golden 1 Center. The two teams met twice in the preseason with the Golden State Warriors defeating the Sacramento Kings in both games.

However, the Warriors did not have a good start to their regular season campaign. They faced a defeat at the hands of the Phoenix Suns. The Sacramento Kings despite a dismal performance in the preseason, started with a win against the Utah Jazz in the regular season.

The two teams will clash in the backyards of the Sacramento Kings.

Kings vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Latest Analysis

The Warriors Hunt for a Win

The Golden State Warriors had a strong preseason, securing victories in 4 out of 5 games. Unfortunately, their winning streak came to an end in the final preseason game. This trend continued into the regular season as the Warriors faced a 104-108 defeat against the Phoenix Suns in their season opener. Despite a commendable effort by Stephen Curry, who contributed 27 points, 5 rebounds, and 1 assist during his 31 minutes on the court, the rest of his team couldn’t provide the same level of support. As a result, the Warriors found themselves trailing the Suns by four points in the end.

In their upcoming matchup, the Golden State Warriors will be on the road to face the Sacramento Kings. Following a disappointing home defeat in their season opener, the Warriors are eager to secure an away victory as they take on the Kings. Notably, the Kings experienced losses to the Warriors twice during the preseason.

Kings To Continue Their Win Streak

In contrast to the Golden State Warriors, the Sacramento Kings had a lackluster preseason performance, suffering four consecutive defeats. However, they managed to secure a victory in their final preseason game. This momentum carried into the regular season as the Kings, playing an away game against the Utah Jazz, clinched a convincing 130-114 win. Leading the charge was Harrison Barnes, who contributed 33 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists, with strong support from his teammates. Domontas Sabonis was the second-highest scorer for the Kings, chipping in with 22 points.

In their upcoming game, the Sacramento Kings will have the advantage of hosting the Golden State Warriors on their home court. Buoyed by their victory in the season opener, the Kings are brimming with confidence and eager to maintain their winning streak.

Warriors vs Kings Prediction and Odds: Offense and Defense Comparisons

Offense

  • In the previous season, the Sacramento Kings showcased one of the most potent offensive units in the league, maintaining an impressive average of 120.7 points per game. Their prowess in shooting was evident, as they achieved a field goal percentage of 49.4%, indicating their precision in scoring. Their three-point shooting looked impressive, with a success rate of 36.9%, and their free-throw accuracy was exceptional at 79.0%. With an impressive Adjusted Offensive Rating of 119.0, the Kings held the distinction of being the top offensive team in the league.
  • During the previous season, the Golden State Warriors averaged 118.9 points per game. They showcased a field goal shooting percentage of 47.9% and a three-point shooting accuracy of 38.5%. Furthermore, they excelled at the free-throw line, achieving a success rate of 79.4%. With an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 115.6, the Warriors secured the 9th position in offensive performance.

Defense

  • The Sacramento Kings permitted an average of 118.1 points per game to their opponents. Their adversaries maintained a field goal shooting success rate of 49.2% and a three-point shooting accuracy of 37.3%. Regarding rebounding, the Kings averaged 42.2 rebounds per game and posted averages of 7.3 steals and 4.2 blocks per game. The Kings were rated 116.8 on defense with a rank of 25 in the league.
  • The Golden State Warriors conceded an average of 117.1 points per game to their opponents. Their rivals achieved a 46.8% success rate in field goal shooting and a 36.4% accuracy from beyond the three-point line when facing the Warriors. Additionally, the Warriors averaged 43.3 rebounds per game, along with averages of 7.9 steals and 4.0 blocks per game. With an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 113.9, the Warriors secured the 15th spot in defensive performance.

Kings vs Warriors Prediction and Odds

As per the latest betting markets, the home side Sacramento Kings are likely to win this contest.

Odds

  • Sacramento Kings: 1.83
  • Golden State Warriors: 1.91

Spread

  • Sacramento Kings: -1.5 (-110)
  • Golden State Warriors: +1.5 (-110)
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Kings vs Warriors Prediction and Odds: Head-to-Head Stats

In the history of the NBA, these two teams have faced each other in regular season games 408 times. The Golden State Warriors have maintained the advantage with 215 victories, while the Sacramento Kings have notched 193 wins.

Looking at their most recent encounters, in the last 5 matchups, the Warriors emerged victorious in 4 games, while the Kings managed to secure a win in only 1. The most recent regular-season meeting occurred in the previous season on April 7, 2023, with the Golden State Warriors securing a dominant 119-97 victory in that particular contest.

Head-to-Head Key Highlights: Last 5 Meetings

  • The Number of Home games won by the Golden State Warriors: 2
  • The Number of Away games won by the Sacramento Kings: 0
  • The Average Number of Total Points scored: 227.2
  • The Average Number of Points scored by the Sacramento Kings: 109.4
  • The Average Number of Points scored by the Golden State Warriors: 117.8

Warriors vs Kings Prediction and Odds: Players to Watch

Sacramento Kings

De‘Aaron Fox (Point Guard)

Points Per Game: 25.0 | Assists Per Game: 6.1 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.2

Domantas Sabonis (Power Forward)

Points Per Game: 19.1 | Rebounds Per Game: 12.3 | Assists Per Game: 7.3

Kevin Huerter (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 15.2 | Rebounds Per Game: 3.3 | Steals Per Game: 1.1

Golden State Warriors

Stephen Curry (Point Guard)

Points Per Game: 29.4 | Assists Per Game: 6.3 | Rebounds Per Game: 6.1

Klay Thompson (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 21.9 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.1 | Assists Per Game: 2.4

Jordan Poole (Shooting Guard)

Points Per Game: 20.4 | Assists Per Game: 4.5 | Rebounds Per Game: 2.7

Kings vs Warriors Winner Prediction

While the statistics favor the Golden State Warriors over the Sacramento Kings, their recent home defeat may have dented their confidence. Conversely, the Sacramento Kings, following their away victory, now have the advantage of playing at home.

The win in their last game and also playing among its home crowd gives the Sacramento Kings a marginal edge over the Golden State Warriors. The bookmakers for this game have also favored the home side, Sacramento Kings in this game.