The Sacramento Kings (0-1) travel to face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (2-0) on Saturday, October 26th. This game will be played at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles and televised on NBCS. The Lakers are coming off a win in their previous game, while the Kings are looking to get back on track from a loss to the Kings. Tip-off is set for 10:30 ET.
Kings vs Lakers
The Kings Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Kings dropped their season opener on Thursday, falling 117-115 to the Timberwolves at home. Sacramento, who entered the game as +1 point underdogs, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game hit 232, surpassing the pre-game over/under line of 221.
Sacramento led 59-55 at halftime but saw the game slip away in the 3rd quarter. Minnesota went on an 11-0 run, stretching their lead from 88-80 to 99-80. The Kings fought back but couldn’t close the gap, losing the 4th quarter 28-27.
The Lakers Look To Bounce Back From A Loss
The Lakers improved to 2-0 this season with a 123-116 win over the Suns on Friday. Playing at home, L.A. covered the -1.5 spread, while the game’s total of 239 points exceeded the 227.5 O/U line.
After trailing 38-23 following a 10-0 Suns run, the Lakers responded by winning the 2nd quarter 29-23. They took control in the 3rd, outscoring Phoenix 35-24, and sealed the win by edging the Suns 36-31 in the 4th.
Kings Offense Breakdown
DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 26 points in their 117-115 loss to the Timberwolves, shooting 38.9% from the field. Domantas Sabonis added 24 points, hitting 61.5% of his shots and making 3 threes at a 75% clip. Keegan Murray contributed 23 points and 11 rebounds, connecting on 5 threes at 50% efficiency.
The Kings shot 46.3% from the field and 37.9% from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes, which was below average. DeRozan scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, while Sabonis also added 8 in the final period. Murray had 8 points in the 3rd quarter, and Malik Monk and De’Aaron Fox each scored 9 points in the 1st quarter.
Lakers Offense Breakdown
DeMar DeRozan led the Kings with 26 points in their 117-115 loss to the Timberwolves, despite shooting just 38.9% from the field. Domantas Sabonis contributed 24 points on 61.5% shooting, hitting 3 threes at a 75% clip, while Keegan Murray added 23 points and 11 rebounds, knocking down 5 threes at 50% efficiency.
The Kings shot 46.3% from the field and 37.9% from beyond the arc, making 11 threes. DeRozan scored 8 points in the 4th quarter, while Sabonis also added 8 in the final period.
Kings Team Defense
Defensively, the Kings struggled in the 3rd quarter, giving up 34 points, which contributed to their 117-115 loss to the Timberwolves. Sacramento allowed Minnesota to shoot 47% from the field.
The Kings had trouble defending the three, as the Timberwolves hit 20 threes at a 40% clip. Sacramento sent Minnesota to the line 17 times, where they made 15 free throws. The Kings finished with 34 defensive rebounds, allowing 6 offensive boards, and added 7 steals.
Lakers Team Defense
Defensively, the Kings gave up 117 points to the Timberwolves, including a tough 3rd quarter where they allowed 34 points. Sacramento allowed Minnesota to shoot 47% from the field.
The Timberwolves hit 20 threes at a 40% clip. The Kings sent Minnesota to the line 17 times, with the Timberwolves making 15 free throws. Sacramento recorded 34 defensive rebounds, gave up 6 offensive boards, and added 7 steals.
Kings vs Lakers Trends
- Through their last ten road games, Sacramento has an ATS record of just 6-4. However, their overall record was 5-5 while averaging 110 points per game.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Los Angeles has an ATS record of 4-1 while averaging 108 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- Going back to their last three games as the underdog, the Kings have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-2.
- Through their last three matchups as the betting favorite, the Lakers have a good straight up record, but their ATS mark is just 1-2.
Kings vs Lakers Prediction
Entering the game as underdogs with a spread of +2.5, the Kings is our point spread pick. Our projections not only see them covering the spread but also indicate a solid chance of an outright victory. This is a good choice for those looking for a higher moneyline payout.
Right now, the over/under line for the game is sitting at 233.5 and given that our model is projecting 252 points between the teams, we like the over.
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Last updated:October 26, 2024 Kings, Lakers