The Sacramento Kings (30-24) travel to the Denver Nuggets (36-18) in their final game before the All-Star Break. Although both teams can hold their own there is a respectable 5.5 game difference between the two sides. However, the visitors won the first two matchups when the games were held on their respective home court. But there are interesting matchups to look forward to tonight. Therefore the final result is far from a forgone conclusion. Especially as both are on a two-game losing streak. However, the home team is favored to win tonight.
But do you see the Kings getting one final win to earn a 309 series lead over the Nuggets tonight?
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets Betting Odds and Details
| Team | Spread | Total | MoneyLine |
| Sacramento Kings | +5.5 -118 |
O 228.5 -110 |
+160 |
| Denver Nuggets | -5.5 -102 |
U 228.5 -110 |
-192 |
| ** Odds Courtesy of DraftKings Sportsbook* | |||
Fixture: San Antonio Spurs @ Dallas Mavericks
Date And Time: February 14, 2024 @ 8:30 p.m. EST
Location: American Airlines Arena in Dallas, Texas
Key Stats
Sacramento Kings (Averages)
Points: 118.7
Points Allowed: 118.3
Field Goal Efficiency: 43.9/90.9 for 48.3%
Three-Pont Efficiency: 14.9/40.1 for 37.1%
Free Throw Efficiency: 15.9/21.8 for 73.1%
Rebounds: 10.3 Offensive, 32.9 Defensive, 43.2 Combined
Assists: 28.8
Steals: 7.2
Blocks: 3.9
Turnovers: 12.8
Field Goal Efficiency Against: 42.9/87.8 for 48.9%
Three-Point Efficiency Against: 13.6/34.2 for 39.8%
Free Throw Efficiency Against: 18.9/23.5 for 80.6%
Rebounds Against: 9.0 Offensive, 33.6 Defensive, 42.6 Combined
De’Aaron Fox is one of the better downhill scorers in this league. As a guard, he knows how to consistently get into the paint and wreak havoc. Additionally, he’s averaging 26.7 points per game on the season. Additionally, Domantas Sabonis reaches triple-double levels often enough that it’s on the table tonight for the Sacramento Kings.
However, the biggest factor will be how they match up against the Joker. But as we’ve seen, there are multiple ways to win in the NBA. Even if he gets it going limiting the other options may be your best bet. While living with the Serbian and getting his own is risky, it could prove to be the best path forward.
Denver Nuggets (Averages)
Points: 114.2
Points Allowed: 111.0
Field Goal Efficiency: 43.6/88.8 for 49.1%
Three-Pont Efficiency: 11.5/31.2 for 36.9%
Free Throw Efficiency: 15.6/20.6 for 75.4%
Rebounds: 11.1 Offensive, 33.0 Defensive, 44.1 Combined
Assists: 28.7
Steals: 6.8
Blocks: 5.3
Turnovers: 11.7
Field Goal Efficiency Against: 40.9/87.0 for 47.0%
Three-Point Efficiency Against: 11.4/31.3 for 36.6%
Free Throw Efficiency Against: 17.8/22.6 for 78.6%
Rebounds Against: 10.6 Offensive, 31.3 Defensive, 41.9 Combined
Nikola Jokic remains an MVP-caliber player. However, even when he has had spectacular nights. But the rest of the team has sometimes struggled. They will need to use this All-Star Break as a chance to regroup and hit the reset button. Although it may be just a slump, in their past two games (one against the Sacramento Kings) they have allowed too many easy baskets. This is the primary focus of tonight.
Additionally, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. need to increase their scoring production tonight. if the Nuggets get into a rhythm Jokic gets 10 assists without needing to score 30+ plus then that is what will lead to long-term success.
Game Prediction
You can’t use Denver being due for a win because the same can be said about the Sacramento Kings. However, not even a week ago, the Kings blew Denver out of their building. Additionally, this feels like a game in which the home team goes through the motions and avoids picking up unnecessary injuries. Sacramento meanwhile is hoping to steal a late game to help increase their potential seeding later.
I see the Kings winning outright while the over remains the safer option. Sacramento shoots more threes and at a higher success rate than Denver. Therefore, I see Denver being forced to keep up. Also pushing the total over.
Final Pick
Sacramento Kings ML and Over 228.5
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