The Sacramento Kings (24-22) travel to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers (18-27) on Wednesday, January 29th. This game will be played at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia and televised on NBCS. Both team’s come into this one having won their previous games. Tip-off is set for 7:30 ET.
Kings vs 76ers
The Kings Are Coming Off A Win
The Kings moved to 24-22 on the season with a 110-96 win over the Nets on Monday. Sacramento, favored by 12, covered the spread in the road victory. The game’s total of 206 points fell well short of the 226.5 O/U line.
Brooklyn went on a 17-0 run early, but Sacramento chipped away, winning the 2nd quarter 25-24. They took control by outscoring the Nets 33-24 in the 3rd and dominated the 4th, holding Brooklyn to 18 points while scoring 30.
The 76ers Are Coming Off A Win
The 76ers improved to 18-27 on the season with a 118-104 win over the Lakers on Tuesday. Philadelphia, who were +4.5 point underdogs, not only won but covered the spread. The total score of 222 points went over the pre-game line of 218.5.
After a 25-25 tie in the 1st quarter, the 76ers took control by outscoring the Lakers 48-32 in the 2nd quarter. A key moment came when they went on a 10-0 run, stretching the score from 61-53 to 71-53. Philadelphia entered the 4th quarter with a 99-76 lead, allowing them to coast to victory despite being outscored 28-19 in the final period.
Kings Offense Breakdown
De’Aaron Fox led the Kings to a win over the Nets with 30 points and 7 assists, shooting 57.9% from the field and hitting 4 threes at 57.1%. Domantas Sabonis added 21 points and 22 rebounds, making 80% of his shots, while DeMar DeRozan contributed 17 points, shooting 63.6%.
The Kings shot 54.9% as a team, but struggled from beyond the arc, making just 9 threes at 32.1%. Fox scored 16 points in the 3rd quarter, and Keon Ellis added 8 of his 11 points in the final period.
76ers Offense Breakdown
Tyrese Maxey’s 43-point performance, shooting 57.7% from the field, led the 76ers to a 118-104 win over the Lakers. Maxey hit 4 threes, contributing 15 points in the 1st quarter and 14 more in the 3rd. Kelly Oubre added 20 points, with 10 in the 2nd quarter and 8 in the 4th.
Ricky Council chipped in 16 points, making 3 threes at 50%, while Eric Gordon and Guerschon Yabusele each added 14 points, with Gordon scoring 11 in the 2nd quarter. The 76ers shot 47.3% from the field, but struggled from beyond the arc, hitting 11 threes at 32.4%.
Kings Team Defense
The Kings’ defense was strong against the Nets, holding them to 96 points on 36% shooting. Sacramento gave up 30 points in the 1st quarter but tightened up, allowing just 24 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, and only 18 in the 4th.
From beyond the arc, the Kings limited the Nets to 10 threes on 27% shooting. Sacramento also recorded 7 steals and 4 blocks in the game.
76ers Team Defense
The Kings’ defense shined in their win over the Nets, holding them to just 96 points. After a 30-point 1st quarter, Sacramento tightened up, giving up only 24 points in both the 2nd and 3rd quarters, and just 18 in the 4th. Brooklyn shot 36% from the field.
Sacramento limited the Nets to 10 made threes on 27% shooting. The Kings sent Brooklyn to the line 30 times, where they made 26 free throws. Sacramento grabbed 33 defensive rebounds, allowed 16 offensive boards, and added 7 steals and 4 blocks.
Kings vs 76ers Trends
- Through their last five road games, Sacramento has an ATS record of just 1-3-1. However, their overall record was 2-3 while averaging 118 points per game.
- Across their three previous home games, Philadelphia has an ATS mark of 1-2. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-2 while averaging 109 points per game.
- Philadelphia has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 3-0 SU and 3-0 ATS in their last three games.
- Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Kings have gone 6-3-1 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 9-1.
Kings vs 76ers Prediction
We’re calling a win for the Kings, with a final score of 133-114, and we’re taking them to cover the spread. Our recommendation is to bet on the Kings at -8.5.
As for the over/under, the the line is currently at 228.5, and our model projects the Kings and 76ers to reach a combined total of 247 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
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Last updated:January 29, 2025 76ers, Kings