The Sacramento Kings vs. Orlando Magic game is one of eight games scheduled for the NBA on Saturday. The Kings look to sweep the season series after winning Game 1 on Jan. 3 in Sacramento. It was a 138-135 double overtime against the Magic.
Orlando has lost five straight games against the Kings since December 8, 2021. The Magic’s last victory against Sacramento took place on February 12, 2021. Saturday’s game will be the 70th regular season meeting between the two teams. The Kings lead 39-30 in this all-time head-to-head matchup.
While the Kings have been impressive since last season, the Magic have taken the plunge this year and could even finish in the Top 4 of the Eastern Conference. It’s a refreshing sight for NBA fans to see the Kings and Magic franchise thriving for the first time in years.
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Sacramento Kings vs Orlando Magic preview, predictions, odds and betting tips
The Sacramento Kings vs Orlando Magic game will take place on Saturday at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. It begins at 7:00 p.m. EST and will be televised on NBC Sports California and Bally Sports Florida.
Money line: Kings (+142) vs. Magic (-162)
Spread: Kings +3.5 (-112) vs. Magic -3.5 (-108)
Total (P/U): Kings o216 (-115) vs. Magic u216 (-106)
Sacramento Kings vs. Orlando Magic Preview
The Sacramento Kings are coming off their most disappointing loss of the season. They were defeated by the Washington Wizards 109-102 to add to their misery regarding their position in the West. This loss means they are 0.5 games behind the Dallas Mavericks and Phoenix Suns.
Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic have won five straight games heading into tonight’s game. The Magic are one of the best teams since the All-Star break with a 12-3 record, tied with the OKC Thunder for the second-best record. They are behind the Boston Celtics and Denver Nuggets who are both 13-2.
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Sacramento Kings starting lineups, replacements and rotation against Orlando Magic
There are three players on the Sacramento Kings injury report, including one starter, Kevin Huerter. Head coach Mike Brown is expected to use the following starting five:
PG: De’Aaron Fox | SG: Keon Ellis | FS: Keegan Murray | PF: Harrison Barnes | VS : Domantas Sabonis
Sacramento’s current rotation also includes players such as Malik Monk, Chris Duarte, Davion Mitchell, Alex Len and Kessler Edwards.
On the other hand, the Orlando Magic have one player on their injury report. Gary Harris is listed as questionable, meaning he will be a game-time decision. If Harris is exonerated, here’s how Jamahl Mosley could line up:
PG: Jalen Suggs | SG: Gary Harris | FS: Franz Wagner | PF: Paolo Banchero | VS : Wendell Carter Jr.
The Magic have a deep rotation that uses players like Cole Anthony, Markelle Fultz, Joe Ingles, Moritz Wagner and Jonathan Isaac.
Sacramento Kings vs Orlando Magic predictions
De’Aaron Fox has a plus/minus of 24.5 points, which is below his season average. Fox is the favorite, but it’s worth mentioning that he has only scored more than 25 points once in his last five games. Bet on Fox to have a good match and exceed 24.5 points.
Paolo Banchero is favored to score below 22.5 points. Take the odds and bet on his downfall since he hasn’t gone above 22.5 five times in his last six games.
For Domantas Sabonis, take the lead in his points, rebounds and assists. He leads the league in triple-doubles and has been quiet in parlays.
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Sacramento Kings vs Orlando Magic Prediction
The Orlando Magic are slight favorites to beat the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night. The Magic and Kings appear to be a balanced matchup, but the former has home-court advantage and has won five in a row.
Oddsmakers are predicting the Magic to take the win and Sacramento to cover the spread by +3.5. Totals should exceed 216 points.
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