Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction – 2/12/2025

On February 12, 2025, the Sacramento Kings (27-26) will face off against the New Orleans Pelicans (12-41) in what promises to be an intriguing matchup at the Smoothie King Center. Scheduled for 8:00 PM ET, this game carries significant implications for both teams.

Sacramento enters this contest as a favorite, with a spread currently set at Kings -5.0 and a Moneyline of -180, implying a 62% chance of victory. The Kings have been in decent form lately, winning 13 of their last 20 games, including a thrilling 129-128 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in their most recent outing. However, the Kings will need to overcome the challenges of a lengthy cross-country trip, which could impact their performance.

In stark contrast, the Pelicans are struggling, having lost 9 consecutive games and suffering a lopsided 137-101 defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder in their last appearance. With an implied win probability of just 38% and a Moneyline of +155, New Orleans will be looking for any spark to break their losing streak.

For bettors interested in player props, Malik Monk's assists have drawn significant attention, with the Over on 7.5 assists currently priced at +120. Sharp bettors seem to believe this line is mispriced, indicating potential value in betting on Monk's playmaking abilities.

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

Predicted Final Score: Sacramento Kings 123.71 vs New Orleans Pelicans 119.23

Sacramento Kings vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

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