Detroit Pistons vs
Sacramento KingsPredictions & Preview

Detroit Pistons Look to Continue Momentum Against Struggling Sacramento Kings- Matchup Preview and Prediction

The Detroit Pistons will take on the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center on Thursday, December 26, 2024. The Pistons are coming off a recent victory against the Lakers, while the Kings suffered a significant loss to the Pacers. Last season, the Kings and Pistons split their two head-to-head games, each winning on the road. Sacramento is currently favored to win with a -4.5 point spread that has remained unchanged.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pistons +170 | Kings -210
• Spread: Pistons +4.5 (-110) | Kings -4.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 227 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Sacramento will win straight-up is 68%.

Detroit vs Sacramento Stats

Detroit Pistons

The Detroit Pistons currently have a record of 13-17 overall and are 5-2 against the spread in their last seven games. They are currently ranked 18th in the NBA in scoring, averaging 111.9 points per game. Cade Cunningham leads the team in scoring with 23.9 points per game, while Jaden Ivey follows with 17.4 points per game. Jalen Duren leads the team in rebounds with 9.2 per game. On defense, the Pistons are ranked 20th, allowing 114.6 points per game. Isaiah Stewart leads the team in blocks with 1.3 per game, and Ivey leads in steals with 1.0 per game. The Pistons recently secured a narrow victory against the Lakers, with Malik Beasley and Cade Cunningham leading the team in scoring. Detroit is ranked 23rd in power rankings and 18th in offense, hitting an average of 46.68% of their field goals and 36.31% of their three-pointers. Defensively, they allow an average of 47.19% of field goals and 38.28% of three-pointers.

Sacramento Kings Analysis

The Sacramento Kings have a 13-17 record overall and are currently on a four-game losing streak, dropping five straight against the spread. They rank 17th in defensive scoring, giving up 113.6 points per game, and 11th in offensive scoring, averaging 114.8 points per game. The team's leading scorers are De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis. In their recent game against the Indiana Pacers, the Kings were defeated 122-95 with Fox scoring 21 points and Sabonis adding 17 points and 21 rebounds. However, DeMar DeRozan struggled in the game, only scoring two points. Overall, the Kings have a power ranking of 20 and rank 9th in offense. They have been performing well in field goals and free throws but have struggled with three-pointers and defensive rebounds.

Kings Struggle as Pistons Aim for Victory in Matchup

Currently, the Kings appear to be experiencing challenges as a team. While each player possesses strong offensive abilities, their collective performance has been lacking cohesion. Sacramento enters this game on a four-game losing streak at home. On the contrary, the Pistons, under the leadership of head coach J.B. Bickerstaff, have achieved success with recent road victories against the Suns and Lakers. In terms of betting trends, the Pistons have a 5-1 record against the spread as underdogs in their last six games, whereas the Kings have a less favorable record of 4-9-1 as home favorites this season. Therefore, it is advisable to support the Pistons in this particular matchup.

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