Golden State vs Sacramento. NBA Match Prediction
On October 12, the Golden State Warriors will face off against the Sacramento Kings in a preseason NBA matchup at Chase Center in San Francisco. In their last encounter in January during the regular season, the Warriors suffered a narrow defeat at home to the Kings. Can Steve Kerr's squad bounce back this time and reclaim pride in front of their fans? Discover our betting tips and insights in this preview.
Match announcement
Golden State Warriors
Current Form
On January 26, the Golden State Warriors secured a strong start in the first quarter but ultimately lost to the Kings 133-134. Stephen Curry was the standout player for the Warriors with 33 points, six rebounds, and two assists. Jonathan Kuminga contributed 31 points, while Andrew Wiggins added 17.
This summer, the team saw the departure of bench players Da'Quan Plowden, Yuri Collins, and Javan Johnson. Veteran Stephen Curry re-signed, and the Warriors also acquired Kyle Anderson from the Timberwolves and Buddy Hield from the 76ers.
Injuries and Suspensions
Wiggins will miss the upcoming game against the Kings due to medical reasons. Kerr noted that the player is expected to return no earlier than Monday.
Betting Insights
Golden State boasts a three-point shooting percentage of 38%, ranking seventh in the league for the 2023/24 season.
Projected Lineup
Stephen Curry - Draymond Green - De'Anthony Melton - Gary Payton - Buddy Hield.
Sacramento Kings
Current Form
On January 26, the Sacramento Kings secured a hard-fought victory against the Golden State Warriors on the road. Harrison Barnes played a pivotal role in the win, scoring 39 points and grabbing four rebounds. Domantas Sabonis contributed 18 points, while De'Aaron Fox added 29.
During the summer offseason, the Kings re-signed Alex Len and inked a rookie contract with Devin Carter. They acquired DeMar DeRozan from the Chicago Bulls and re-signed Malik Monk. They also signed a two-way contract with Isaac Jones and traded for Jalen McDaniels from Toronto, giving up Davion Mitchell, Sasha Vujacić, and future draft assets in the deal.
Injuries and Suspensions
The Sacramento Kings are entering their upcoming match with minimal losses. Only a few bench players are currently dealing with injuries.
Betting Insights
In the 2023/24 season, Sacramento's two-point shooting percentage stands at 47.7 percent, ranking 14th in the league.
Projected Lineup
Domantas Sabonis - De'Aaron Fox - DeMar DeRozan - Malik Monk - Kevin Huerter.
Trends
Bet Sacramento points total over 109.5
Kings average 116.2 points
1.81Bet Fox points total over 28.5
Fox averages 26.4 points per game
1.87Tip and bets
Sports betting experts are finding it challenging to pinpoint a clear favorite for the upcoming matchup. They believe that the Golden State Warriors will have a slight edge due to home-court advantage. This seems accurate as the Warriors recently showcased a strong performance, decisively defeating the Kings in their first preseason game on the road. Playing at home significantly boosts Kerr's team's chances of success.
Our prediction is a victory for Golden State, including overtime, at 1.79
Betting on Individual Totals
The Golden State Warriors showcased impressive scoring last season, averaging 117.8 points per game, ranking eighth in the league. Their home game performance was even better, averaging 117.9 points. This matchup suggests that the Warriors could significantly enhance their scoring statistics.
Our prediction is that the individual total for Golden State will exceed 112.5 points, including overtime, at odds of 1.90.
Player Betting
Stephen Curry played 74 games in the completed regular season, averaging 26.7 points per game. The 36-year-old point guard has undoubtedly maintained his essential skills over the summer. He will pose considerable challenges for the defense of a tough opponent.
Our prediction is that Curry's total points will exceed 27.5, including overtime, with odds of 1.87.