Denver - Sacramento. NBA match betting tip
On January 24, the Ball Arena will host a regular season NBA match between Denver and Sacramento. Both teams are approaching this game in a good mood. The Nuggets have been showing stable results and are confidently holding on to the top of the Western Conference standings. On the other hand, Sacramento, after a series of victories, is trying to move up to secure a place in the top ten. Will the Kings be able to surprise the hosts on their home turf? - find out in our betting tip

Match announcement

Denver Nuggets

Current form
The Nuggets are in great shape and occupy the fourth place in the Western Conference. Michael Malone team has shown a well-coordinated game in recent matches, having made a series of three victories. In particular, Denver confidently beat Miami (133:113), Orlando (113:110) and Philadelphia (144:109). In the match against the Sixers, Nikola Jokic shone, having made another triple-double, confirming his status as the team leader.
The Nuggets' stability is based on team play, a balanced attack and a solid defense. In addition to Jokic, Jamal Murray and Michael Porter Jr. play an important role in the lineup. Denver plays confidently at home, which makes them one of the most dangerous opponents in the conference. Ahead is a meeting with ambitious Sacramento, which is also in good shape.
Disqualifications and injuries
Vlatko Cancar and Daron Holmes will not play in the next match due to injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
In the last five matches, the Nuggets have lost only once.
Projected lineup: Brown - Porter Jr., Jokic - Murray, Westbrook.

Sacramento Kings

Current form
The Kings have started to improve after an inconsistent start to the season. The team is in ninth place in the Western Conference and is looking to improve its position. Douglas Christie team has won three games in a row, beating Houston (132:127), Washington (123:100) and Golden State (123:117).
Sacramento main striking force is the trio of DeMar DeRozan, Domantas Sabonis and Malik Monk, who have demonstrated stability and efficiency. The team has focused on offensive basketball, and it is paying off. Even in matches against strong opponents, the Kings are able to impose their game. However, the away match against Denver will be a serious test for the visitors, who are trying to maintain their winning streak.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the match with an optimal line-up.
Interesting facts for betting
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head matches, the Kings celebrated victory.
Projected lineup: Murray - DeRozan, Sabonis - Monk, Fox.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Denver win
The Nuggets have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.58Bet 1st quarter: total over 59.5 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 59 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.71Tip and bets
Denver feels confident and demonstrates stability in recent matches. Michael Malone team plays balanced and has a strong roster. Nikola Jokic continues to confirm his status as one of the best players in the league, taking on both offensive and defensive functions.
However, Sacramento is also in good shape and does not look like a team that will easily give up a victory. The star trio of DeRozan, Monk and Sabonis gives the team strength in attack. The visitors are looking to continue their winning streak, so the game promises to be tense. In our opinion, Denver has a better chance to win, but Sacramento is unlikely to allow the hosts to dominate easily.
Our prediction is a Sacramento victory with a handicap of (+9) points for 1.70
Bet on total
Both teams are approaching the match in excellent shape and have strong attacking lines. Denver demonstrates stable efficiency thanks to Nikola Jokic, and Sacramento plays open basketball. Given this, there is a high probability that the total in the match will be broken.
Betting Tip - total over 237 points for 1.66
Bet on statistics
The Kings are focusing on aggressive play in attack, which has already yielded results in previous matches. The team knows how to find ways to the opponent basket, especially with a leader like DeMar DeRozan. We assume that Sacramento will be able to show itself in attack and break its individual total.
Betting Tip - Sacramento individual total over 116.5 points for 1.90