Sacramento Kings at Los Angeles Lakers Pick For 12/28/2024

• Date: December 28, 2024
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena

Betting Odds

Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Lakers Win Probabilities

Implied Win % in sports betting represent the probability of an outcome as suggested by the betting odds. It's a way for bettors to gauge the likelihood of an event occurring based on the odds offered by sportsbooks.

Projected Win %, also known as projected win probability, is an estimate by ATS.io to determine the likelihood that a team will win a game or event. This projection is often based on various factors such as team performance, statistics, and historical data.

Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Lakers Betting Preview

The Sacramento Kings (13-18) face off against the Los Angeles Lakers (17-13) in what promises to be a thrilling Saturday night matchup. With both teams hailing from California, the rivalry adds an extra layer of intensity to this game, and both will be motivated to secure a win.

Tip-off is scheduled for 10:30 PM ET at Crypto.com Arena, the Lakers' home ground. The Lakers arrive with a slight edge as they are favored by 2.5 points, with a Moneyline set at -145. The Kings, on the other hand, are listed at +125, reflecting an implied win probability of 43%. The Lakers, boasting a 57% chance to win according to the odds, have been in relatively good form lately, winning 17 of their last 30 games.

In contrast, the Kings enter the game on a rough patch, having dropped their last five contests, including a narrow 114-113 defeat to the Detroit Pistons in their most recent outing. Meanwhile, the Lakers come off a victory over the Golden State Warriors, winning 115-113 as 4.5-point underdogs, a testament to their recent resilience.

Betting enthusiasts may want to keep an eye on player props, particularly DeMar DeRozan’s Points and Assists, which has gained traction in the betting market. The Over on 23.5 Points and Assists is drawing attention, with sharp bettors believing it to be mispriced.

Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction

Final Score: Sacramento Kings 114.51 vs Los Angeles Lakers 113.54

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