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Sunday’s nine-game NBA slate concludes with a Pacific Division showdown between the LA Lakers and Sacramento Kings.
Both teams bounced back from opening-night losses with gritty victories — the Lakers dominated the Minnesota Timberwolves by 18, while the Kings edged the Utah Jazz 105-104 for their first win.
Here’s a preview of Sunday’s LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings game, scheduled to tip off at 9 p.m. ET at Golden 1 Center in San Antonio.
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LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Preview and Odds
Moneyline: Lakers (-120) vs Kings (-102)
Spread: Lakers -2.5 (-110) vs Kings +2.5 (-110)
Total (O/U): Lakers o230.5 (-110) vs Kings u230.5 (-110)
Editor's note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings preview
The Lakers started slow this season with a 10-point loss to the Golden State Warriors but answered back in a dominant win over Minnesota.
Luka Doncic has been the constant in both games, posting 43 points, 12 rebounds and nine assists in the opener, then following up with 49 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists. He’s shooting a blistering 62%, though just 31.8% from 3.
With LeBron James sidelined, Austin Reaves has stepped up, averaging 25.5 points, 10.0 assists and 6.0 rebounds.
Offensively, the Lakers rank 11th in offensive rating through two games but sit 17th on defense. They’re among the league’s bottom five in rebounding, and their frontcourt defense, even with Deandre Ayton’s addition, remains a concern.
The Kings, meanwhile, rebounded from a frustrating four-point loss to the Phoenix Suns, a game they once led by 20, with a hard-fought win over Utah, capped by a Domantas Sabonis game-winning putback.
Zach LaVine has been outstanding early, averaging 30.5 ppg, supported by Malik Monk (19.5), DeMar DeRozan (18.0) and Dennis Schroder (18.0). Despite strong guard play, Sacramento’s frontcourt has struggled, ranking second worst in the league with just 28 rebounds per game.
Injuries could heavily influence this matchup. Doncic (left finger sprain) and Jaxson Hayes (knee soreness) are questionable for the Lakers, while James, Maxi Kleber and Adou Thiero remain out. The Kings will be without Keegan Murray and Nique Clifford, and LaVine is questionable.
LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings predicted starting lineups
Lakers
G - Gabe Vincent | G - Austin Reaves | F - Rui Hachimura | F - Jake LaRavia | C - Deandre Ayton
Kings
G - Dennis Schroder | G - Malik Monk | F - DeMar DeRozan | F - Isaac Jones | C - Domantas Sabonis
Editor's note: These are the predicted lineups and could change based on the availability of players.
LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings betting tips
- DeMar DeRozan O/U 23.5 points – Take the over.
- Austin Reaves O/U 22.5 points – Take the over.
- Domantas Sabonis O/U 17.5 points – Take the over.
- Deandre Ayton O/U 13.5 points – Take the under.
LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings prediction
We expect the Kings’ fast-paced offense to overpower the Lakers. While the outcome hinges on the availability of Doncic and LaVine, Sacramento should have enough scoring depth to prevail.
Our prediction: Kings win by 11.
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Edited by John Ezekiel Hirro
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