Sacramento Kings vs Memphis Grizzlies Betting Picks & Predictions
The Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies will face off in a Western Conference matchup on Thursday. This is the first of three meetings between the two teams this season.
Game outlook
The Sacramento Kings and Memphis Grizzlies will face off in a Western Conference matchup on Thursday. This is the first of three meetings between the two teams this season. Both teams played on Tuesday and had Wednesday off. The Kings are coming off a 120-111 win over the Rockets, while the Grizzlies suffered a narrow 121-116 loss to the Mavericks. The game is set to tip off at 8:00 EST from the FedEx Forum in Memphis, with the Grizzlies opening as 4.5-point favorites, a line that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Kings +155 | Grizzlies -175
Spread: Kings +4.5 (-110) | Grizzlies -4.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 241.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Memphis will win straight-up is 64%.
Sacramento Kings
In the competitive Western Conference, the Sacramento Kings are currently in 12th place, with a record just below .500. Despite their ranking, the Kings are only 1.5 games out of a playoff spot, showcasing the tight margins in the early part of the season. Domantas Sabonis has been a standout player for the Kings, leading the team in points, rebounds, and assists. De'Aaron Fox and DeMar DeRozan also contribute significantly to the team's scoring. Sacramento struggles with three-point shooting and defense, ranking near the bottom in the league in both categories. The team has an injury report indicating Trey Lyles is out. With a power ranking of 19, the Kings have a balanced offense and defense, but need to improve their three-point shooting and defensive rebounding. Best NBA Handicappers are available for assistance with pro basketball analysis.