The Pacific Division clash at Intuit Dome tonight pits a surging Sacramento Kings squad, winners of seven of their last ten, against a Clippers team looking to build on their recent momentum despite missing sharpshooter Norman Powell.
Both teams enter with significant injury concerns - the Kings without star center Domantas Sabonis and sixth man Malik Monk, while the Clippers aim to overcome Powell's absence through James Harden's explosive scoring after his recent 50-point outburst against Detroit.
The Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings in what promises to be a defensive battle, with LA holding opponents to just 110.3 points per game while Sacramento brings their seventh-ranked offense to Inglewood.
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Los Angeles Clippers vs Sacramento Kings matchup, our predictive model gives the Clippers a 55% chance of defeating the Kings.
Los Angeles Clippers: 55% win probability
- Better defensive efficiency (6,844 points against vs Kings' 7,128)
- Higher win percentage (34 wins in 63 games vs Kings' 33 in 62)
- Stronger recent form (WWLLL vs Kings' WLWWW in last 5 games)
Sacramento Kings: 45% win probability
- Weaker defensive record (7,128 points against in 62 games)
- Lower conference position (9th vs Clippers' 8th place)
- Less consistent scoring (7,251 points scored in 62 games vs balanced opposition)
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Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings odds
Here are the latest odds for this NBA matchup as the Los Angeles Clippers host the Sacramento Kings at home on Sunday, March 09.
| Los Angeles Clippers | Sacramento Kings | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -220 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) | +190 (via DraftKings Sportsbook) |
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings preview
The Clippers and Kings are set for another Pacific Division showdown at the Intuit Dome, with both teams looking to strengthen their playoff positioning in a tight Western Conference race.
LA's defense has been their calling card lately, with Ivica Zubac's impressive streak of seven straight double-doubles anchoring their fourth-ranked defensive unit.
James Harden's been on an absolute tear for the Clippers, dropping 50 against Detroit and following it up with 27 points against the Knicks - he's clearly found his groove in LA's system.
The Kings won't have it easy without Domantas Sabonis in the lineup, but Zach LaVine's explosive 36-point performance against the Spurs shows they've got plenty of offensive firepower.
These teams' November matchups were defensive struggles, with Sacramento failing to crack 100 points in either game, though both squads have evolved significantly since then.
The Kings' recent hot streak - going 5-1 in their last six - will be put to the test against a Clippers team that's won eight straight in this matchup at home.
Keep an eye on the battle in the paint, where Zubac and the Clippers' frontcourt will look to exploit Sabonis's absence and control the glass.
With both teams jockeying for playoff position - separated by just one game in the standings - this late-season clash could have major implications for the Western Conference playoff picture.
Key stats
- 1Clippers (8th) and Kings (9th) are separated by just 1 position in Western Conference standings
- 2Kings have better recent form (WLWWW) compared to Clippers (WWLLL) over last 5 games
- 3Nearly identical records: Clippers at 34-29, Kings at 33-29 with one game less played
- 4Kings have higher scoring offense (7251 points) than Clippers (6981 points) but similar defensive numbers
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings form
Los Angeles Clippers vs. Sacramento Kings head to head
Los Angeles Clippers
17%
Sacramento Kings
83%
Nov 23, 2024
Los Angeles Clippers
104 : 88
Sacramento Kings
Nov 9, 2024
Sacramento Kings
98 : 107
Los Angeles Clippers
Oct 18, 2024
Los Angeles Clippers
113 : 91
Sacramento Kings
Apr 3, 2024
Sacramento Kings
109 : 95
Los Angeles Clippers
Feb 26, 2024
Los Angeles Clippers
107 : 123
Sacramento Kings
Dec 13, 2023
Los Angeles Clippers
119 : 99
Sacramento Kings
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