Nets vs. Kings Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

Arena and City where Nets vs. Kings will be playing

On January 27th, 2025, the Nets will take on the Kings in an NBA game in Brooklyn, NY at Barclays Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Nets vs. Kings betting tip and prediction

On January 27th, 2025, at 18:30, the Eastern Conference will face off against the Western Conference in this NBA clash. The Nets enters as 10 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Nets were 26 point underdogs but lost the game to Kings, 107-77. The over/under for the upcoming game is 221 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 184.5 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 Nets are making 35.6% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. On the other hand, the Kings are converting on 35% of their 3-pointers, which is a testament to their long-range accuracy. As for shot selection, the Nets are opting for 3-pointers on 46% of their attempts, while the Kings are taking 39% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Brooklyn Nets

How are the Nets playing this season?

The Nets comes into this game with a 14-32 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Nets are 1-9 in their last 10 games.

Did the Nets win their most recent game?

No, Nets fell to the Heat, 106-97. Cameron Thomas scored 21 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Nets

The leading scorer for the Nets this season is Cameron Thomas, who is averaging 24.7 points per game. He scored 21 points on 8-for-18 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Kings.

Other Team Leaders for the Nets

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Nicolas Claxton leads the Nets with 7.6 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 25.25 points in DraftKings and 26 fantasy points in FanDuel. D'Angelo Russell has a team-high 8 assists per game. He scored 41.25 DraftKings points and 42.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Nets is D'Angelo Russell (1.6 steals per game). He has 41.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 42.2 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nicolas Claxton is leading the way for the Nets with 1.1 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 25.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 26 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Nets Team Analysis

The Nets' point differential this season is -7.7 points per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. They are averaging 105.7 points per game while allowing 113.4 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Nets are making 13.9 shots per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Nets are making 16.7 per game, which ranks 17th in the NBA.

Projected Nets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Kings, the Nets' starting lineup consisted of Noah Clowney, Jalen Wilson, Mikal Bridges, Cameron Thomas and Dennis Schroder.

Sacramento Kings

How are the Kings playing this season?

The Kings head this game with a 23-22 record, and they are currently 10th in the Western Conference standings. The Kings are 7-3 in their last 10 games.

Did the Kings win their most recent game?

No, Kings came up short against the Knicks, 143-120. De'Aaron Fox scored 20 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Kings

The leading scorer for the Kings this season is De'Aaron Fox, who is averaging 25.1 points per game. De'Aaron Fox also leads the team in minutes played per game with 37.17. He scored 20 points on 8-for-20 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Nets. In the last game, scored 25.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.2 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Kings

Domantas Sabonis is leading the way with 14.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 62.25 points in DraftKings and 54.6 in FanDuel. Domantas Sabonis is dishing out a team-high 6.4 assists per game. He has 62.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 54.6 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Kings' leader is De'Aaron Fox with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 25.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 25.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Kings is Keegan Murray, who is sending back 0.9 shots per game. He scored 38 DraftKings fantasy points and 40.6 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Kings Team Analysis

The Kings' point differential this season is 2 points per game, which ranks 12th in the NBA. They are averaging 117 points per game while allowing 115 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Kings are making 12.6 shots per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Kings are making 17.8 per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA.

Projected Kings' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Nets, the Kings' starting five were Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Harrison Barnes, Keon Ellis and De'Aaron Fox. Fortunately, Kings does not have any current injuries and will be entering this game at full strength.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Nets coming into this game as 10 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Kings.

Money Line betting suggestion

Nets are a 10 money line underdog for the game against the Kings, and the suggestion is to pick the Kings.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Nets and Kings is 221 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Nets and Kings have combined for just 7 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.