Kings vs. Wizards Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 19th, 2025

Arena and City where Kings vs. Wizards will be playing

Get ready for a high-stakes NBA game as the Kings and Wizards face off on January 19th, 2025, in Sacramento, CA at Golden 1 Center. Don't forget to review our top picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Kings vs. Wizards betting tip and prediction

On January 19th, 2025, at 20:00, the Western Conference will face off against the Eastern Conference in this NBA clash. The Kings enters as -17 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Kings were -4.5 point favorites and won the game against Wizards, 109-102. The over/under for the upcoming game is 235 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 216.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has highlighted the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's examine how different teams are faring from long distance. Currently, the Kings are making 35% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. On the other hand, the Wizards are converting on 33.8% of their 3-pointers, which is a testament to their long-range accuracy. As for shot selection, the Kings are opting for 3-pointers on 40% of their attempts, while the Wizards are taking 42% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Sacramento Kings

How are the Kings playing this season?

The Kings comes into this game with a 21-20 record, and they are currently 9th in the Western Conference standings. The Kings are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Kings win their most recent game?

Yes, Kings defeated the Rockets, 132-127. De'Aaron Fox scored 25 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Kings

The leading scorer for the Kings this season is De'Aaron Fox, who is averaging 26.3 points per game. In the last game, he scored 42.75 points in DraftKings and 45.1 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Kings

Coming into the January 19th, 2025 contest, Domantas Sabonis leads the Kings with 14.1 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 50.5 points in DraftKings and 47.3 fantasy points in FanDuel. Domantas Sabonis has a team-high 6.3 assists per game. He scored 50.5 DraftKings points and 47.3 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Kings is De'Aaron Fox (1.6 steals per game). He has 42.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 45.1 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Keegan Murray is leading the way for the Kings with 0.8 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 37.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 33.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Kings Team Analysis

The Kings' point differential this season is 2.3 points per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. They are averaging 116.5 points per game while allowing 114.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Kings are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Kings are making 17.6 per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA.

Projected Kings Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Wizards, the Kings' starting lineup consisted of Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Harrison Barnes, Keon Ellis and De'Aaron Fox. For the upcoming matchup, the Kings has the following injuries: Keon Ellis is questionable (ankle) and Jordan McLaughlin is questionable (personal).

Washington Wizards

How are the Wizards playing this season?

The Wizards head this game with a 6-34 record, and they are currently 15th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Wizards are 1-9 in their last 10 games.

Did the Wizards win their most recent game?

No, Wizards came up short against the Warriors, 122-114. Kyle Kuzma scored 31 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Wizards

The leading scorer for the Wizards this season is Jordan Poole, who is averaging 21.9 points per game. Jordan Poole also leads the team in minutes played per game with 33.42.

Other Team Leaders for the Wizards

Jonas Valanciunas is leading the way with 8.1 rebounds per game. Jordan Poole is dishing out a team-high 4.8 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Wizards' leader is Jordan Poole with 1.5 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Wizards is Alex Sarr, who is sending back 1.6 shots per game.

Wizards Team Analysis

The Wizards' point differential this season is -14 points per game, which ranks 30th in the NBA. They are averaging 108.8 points per game while allowing 122.8 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Wizards are making 12.8 shots per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Wizards are making 15.8 per game, which ranks 23rd in the NBA.

Projected Wizards' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Kings, the Wizards' starting five were Richaun Holmes, Kyle Kuzma, Deni Avdija, Corey Kispert and Jordan Poole. For the upcoming matchup, Wizards has the following injuries: Marvin Bagley III is out (knee), Saddiq Bey is out (knee), Malcolm Brogdon is out (foot) and Tristan Vukčević is questionable (ankle).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Kings coming into this game as -17 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Kings.

Money Line betting suggestion

Kings are a -17 money line favorite for the game against the Wizards, and the suggestion is to pick the Kings.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Kings and Wizards is 235 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Kings and Wizards have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.