For the Sacramento Kings, Saturday night’s game against the Los Angeles Lakers is not just another match. It’s a crucial opportunity to bounce back after a painful opening-night defeat to the Timberwolves. The Lakers emerged victorious with a 110–103 win, while the Kings suffered a close 117–115 defeat.
In their first game, the Sacramento Kings’ defense allowed 117 points, a concerning figure. They must significantly step up their defense if they want to win this game. Domantas Sabonis scored 24 points, and DeMar DeRozan scored 26 points to lead the club in scoring, but the focus should be on shoring up their defense.
The Lakers’ defense was a force to be reckoned with in their first game, limiting the Timberwolves to a mere 103 points. Thomas Davis’s impressive performance, scoring 36 points, grabbing 16 boards, and dishing out 4 assists, led the squad. With such a strong defensive display, the Lakers are poised to continue their winning streak and secure their second victory of the year.
The Sacramento Kings spread of +3.5 is the best option, given the Lakers’ strong debut and the Kings’ defensive problems. However, it’s worth noting that the Kings are 8-2 in the past 10 encounters between these two teams, which should instill confidence in their ability to cover the spread if DeRozan and Sabonis play well.