Sacramento Kings at New Orleans Pelicans Pick & Prediction – 4/19/2024

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Overview

• Date: April 19, 2024
• Venue: Smoothie King Center
• Spread: Sacramento Kings -1.5 (-110), New Orleans Pelicans 1.5 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 210.5
• Moneyline: Sacramento Kings -125, New Orleans Pelicans 105

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Sacramento Kings - 53%
• New Orleans Pelicans - 47%

Projected Win %:

• Sacramento Kings - 55%
• New Orleans Pelicans - 45%

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

The Sacramento Kings (47-36) will be going head-to-head against the New Orleans Pelicans (49-34) in an exciting Friday Night game. The game is scheduled to tip-off at 9:30 PM ET at the Smoothie King Center, the home arena of the Pelicans.

Both teams had a well-deserved break, as their last games were played three days ago. The extra rest could potentially benefit both teams and enhance their chances of securing a victory.

The Kings, despite being on the road, are considered slight favorites for this matchup. The current spread stands at Kings -1.5, with a moneyline of -120 for the Kings and +100 for the Pelicans. According to the odds, the Kings have an implied win probability of 52%, while the Pelicans have a 48% chance of winning the game.

In their previous game, the Kings displayed their dominance with a convincing 118-94 win over the Golden State Warriors. This victory further solidified their recent good form, as they have emerged victorious in 22 of their last 40 games.

On the other side, the Pelicans have struggled when playing at home, having lost their last six consecutive home games. This home-court disadvantage could potentially impact their performance in this game.

For those interested in player prop markets, the betting focus seems to be on Keegan Murray's Points. Bettors have shown significant interest in this market, making it the most popular bet for this game. Currently, the Over 18.5 Points (-115) is the prevailing choice, with sharp bettors believing that the Over offers value and may be mispriced.

As the Sacramento Kings travel cross-country for this road game, the extended road trip could be a disadvantage for them. However, with their recent success and extra days off, they aim to overcome this obstacle and deliver a strong performance against the New Orleans Pelicans.

Basketball fans and sports bettors alike are eagerly anticipating this Friday Night clash between the Kings and Pelicans, as both teams vie for a crucial victory on their journey towards the playoffs.

Pick and Prediction: Sacramento Kings 111.72 - New Orleans Pelicans 109.85

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