Indiana Pacers at Sacramento Kings Pick & Prediction – 12/22/2024

• Date: December 22, 2024
• Venue: Golden 1 Center

Betting Odds

Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings Win Probabilities

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Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings Betting Preview

The Indiana Pacers, currently holding a 13-15 record, are set to face off against the Sacramento Kings, who stand at 13-16. This Sunday night matchup, tipping off at 6:00 PM ET, will take place at the Golden 1 Center, home of the Kings.

The Pacers come into this game riding a wave of momentum, having notched three consecutive wins, including an impressive 120-111 victory over the Phoenix Suns. In that upset, Indiana defied the odds, entering as a 6.5-point underdog with only a 32% chance to win. The Pacers have had the benefit of a three-day rest, potentially giving them a physical edge as they hit the court against a Kings team on the second night of a back-to-back. Despite the advantage of rest, the Pacers face the challenge of traveling cross-country and dealing with a two-time zone shift, which could impact their performance.

On the other side, the Kings are attempting to shake off a three-game losing streak, their latest setback being a close 103-99 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. The Kings are slight favorites at home, with the spread set at -2.0. They have an implied win probability of 55%, according to the moneyline of -135, compared to the Pacers' 45% at +115. However, the fatigue factor from their recent game might level the playing field more than the odds suggest.

Bettors with an eye on player props should consider De'Aaron Fox's Points and Assists market, which has been attracting significant attention. The under on this prop has seen movement, shifting from 33.5 to 32.5, indicating sharp action leaning towards a lower combined total for Fox's performance.

Indiana Pacers vs Sacramento Kings Prediction

Final Score: Indiana Pacers 115.42 vs Sacramento Kings 126.18

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