The Sacramento Kings (36-37) will visit the Orlando Magic (35-39) for an inter-conference game on Saturday. Sacramento ended a four-game losing streak by defeating the Portland Trail Blazers 128-107 on Thursday. Orlando`s three-game winning streak was broken by the Dallas Mavericks, who won 101-92. Orlando`s Cole Anthony is doubtful due to a toe injury, and Jalen Suggs is out with a knee injury.
The game is scheduled for 5 p.m. ET at the Kia Center in Orlando, Florida. According to the latest odds, the Kings are favored by 1 point, and the over/under for total points is 218.5.
Experts from the SportsLine Projection Model, which has a strong track record in NBA predictions, have simulated this game 10,000 times to provide betting advice. This model has generated over $10,000 in profit for $100 bettors over the past six seasons and is currently on a 153-113 run on top-rated NBA picks.
Here are the betting odds and lines for the Kings vs. Magic game:
- Kings vs. Magic spread: Sacramento -1 at DraftKings Sportsbook
- Kings vs. Magic over/under: 218.5 points
- Kings vs. Magic money line: Sacramento -113, Orlando -106
- Orlando Magic against the spread this season: 35-38-1
- Sacramento Kings against the spread this season: 29-40-4
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Why the Kings Could Cover the Spread
Domantas Sabonis, the Kings` forward, is a key playmaker, leading the league in rebounds (14 per game) while also averaging 19 points and 6.1 assists. He has recorded 53 double-doubles this season. In his recent game, Sabonis had 22 points, 19 rebounds, and six assists.
DeMar DeRozan, a guard, is another offensive threat for the Kings, averaging 22 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 4.4 assists. In their win against Portland, DeRozan scored 21 points and provided 10 assists, marking his second game with 10+ assists in the last three.
Why the Magic Could Cover the Spread
Franz Wagner is a versatile player for the Magic, leading the team with 24.3 points, 4.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. The 23-year-old has scored at least 25 points with 5 rebounds and 4 assists in two of his last three games, including a 26-point, 8-rebound, and 4-assist performance on March 25.
Paolo Banchero is a strong force in the paint for Orlando, averaging 25.9 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. He has scored over 30 points in five consecutive games, including 35 points, 10 rebounds, and 4 assists in the loss to Dallas.
How to Make Kings vs. Magic Picks
SportsLine`s model projects a total of 215 points for the game, leaning towards the Under. It also indicates that one side of the spread has a nearly 60% chance of hitting. For detailed picks and predictions, visit SportsLine to see their NBA selections.
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