Fernando Pérez
One of the highlights of Friday night in the NBA will undoubtedly be the Kings vs Clippers matchup. Two of the Western Conference’s biggest contenders will duel in the fight for third place in the standings.
This will be the third meeting between the two, with one win per side. At the Crypto.com Arena, the venue for this game, the Kings won by a categorical 123-96. A month earlier, on October 23, 2022, the Los Angeles team was dominant in California thanks to Paul George’s outstanding performance, in which he scored 40 points.
Without further ado, at JefeBet we bring you the prediction, odds, and all the information of the game Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Clippers.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Sacramento Kings vs Los Angeles Clippers NBA Regular Season Game on February 24, 2023
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
- When: Friday, February 24, 2023, 10:30 PM ET
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Betting on the Sacramento Kings
- Regular Season Record: 32-25
The team coached by Mike Brown does not have the best present. Although they started the season at an overwhelming level, in the run-up to the All-Star Game they were flooded with irregularities. Long gone was that shocking November performance against the Brooklyn Nets, in which they scored 153 points, the second-highest scoring output so far this season.
In addition, according to statistics, the Kings are the best home franchise. Their average of 119.5 units per game indicates so. But as visitors, the numbers are a bit different, as they have a 15-13 record.
Betting on the Los Angeles Clippers
- Regular Season Record: 33-28
The Clippers have not been able to get strong at home yet. So much so that they have only 15 wins in that condition. However, the recent addition of Russell Westbrook could give Tyronn Lue’s squad more offensive firepower.
His arrival could improve the franchise’s poor 12.5% three-point shooting average significantly. His contribution will also be emotional. Everything indicates that the UCLA graduate will make his debut this Friday in the Kings vs Clippers.
With the presence on the court of Paul George (Russ’ right-hand man in Oklahoma), plus the great replacement of the roster and the stellar figure of Kawhi Leonard, the addition of the brand-new point guard makes Los Angeles one of the strong candidates to win the ring. Especially, if we take into account the superb level of their defense, which allows their opponents an average of only 106.3 points per game.
JefeBet Prediction
Despite having a top-notch starting five with the likes of Harrison Barnes, Domantas Sabonis, and De’Aaron Fox, Sacramento’s performance has dampened, leaving a poor record in 2023 away from home.
Their last away defeat was just a few days ago. At the Footprint Center, the Phoenix Suns gave them a low blow by winning with a score of 120-109. A weak performance that, although it does not take away the Kings’ status as a contender, suggests that the Clippers have every chance to win.
However, Los Angeles has had a negative streak in front of its home fans so far in February. Therefore, this vibrant game between two contenders in the Western Conference will be a great opportunity to get closer to second place, which is currently in the hands of the Memphis Grizzlies.
Prediction: Los Angeles Clippers Moneyline.
