Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Prediction, Preview, & Odds – 12/26/2024

• Date: December 26, 2024
• Venue: Golden 1 Center

Betting Odds

Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Win Probabilities

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Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Betting Preview

The Detroit Pistons face off against the Sacramento Kings in a Thursday night showdown at Golden 1 Center, with both teams sporting identical records of 13-17. This game is set to tip off at 10:00 PM ET, bringing an intriguing matchup to the forefront as both squads seek to turn their seasons around.

The Pistons come into this game with a slight edge in rest, having not played for three days, compared to the Kings, who last took the court four days ago. While extra rest could benefit both teams, the Pistons also face the challenge of a lengthy cross-country trip through two time zones, which may hinder their performance. Despite this, Detroit recently secured a notable upset victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, winning 117-114 as 6.5-point underdogs.

Conversely, the Kings are looking to break a four-game losing streak after suffering a heavy defeat to the Indiana Pacers, 122-95. Sacramento is favored to win at home, currently sitting at -5.0 on the spread, with a moneyline of -205, giving them a 65% implied win probability. The Pistons, on the other hand, are underdogs with a +175 moneyline, translating to a 35% implied win probability.

Sharp bettors have shown interest in Malik Monk's Points, Rebounds, and Assists prop, which has seen its total rise from 25.5 to 28.5, reflecting growing confidence in the player’s performance potential.

As both teams look to improve their standings, this matchup promises excitement, with the Pistons hoping to capitalize on their recent momentum while the Kings aim to end their slump.

Detroit Pistons vs Sacramento Kings Prediction

Final Score: Detroit Pistons 118.56 vs Sacramento Kings 122.1

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