Kings vs Trail Blazers
Sun, Jan 18
Final
Kings
Kings
(12 - 30)
110
-
117
Trail Blazers
Trail Blazers
(21 - 22)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 32 | 21 | 29 | 28 | 110 |
| Trail Blazers | 32 | 32 | 29 | 24 | 117 |
Venue: Golden 1 Center
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Russell Westbrook
SAC | #18 | G
23
3
7
Deni Avdija
POR | #8 | F
30
8
8
Smart Game Analysis
Sacramento Kings has a 62% chance of winning the game
The Kings hold a distinct advantage with a four-game winning streak and significant rest, while the Trail Blazers face fatigue on the second night of a back-to-back with key roster uncertainties.
Key Analysis
- • Portland faces a difficult turnaround playing on the second night of a back-to-back after hosting the Lakers yesterday.
- • Sacramento benefits from a rest advantage having not played since Friday, allowing for fresh legs at home.
- • The Kings have found a rhythm at the Golden 1 Center, winning four consecutive home games with improved defensive efforts.
- • Portland's rotation is thinned by the confirmed absence of Scoot Henderson and the questionable status of Deni Avdija due to a back injury.
- • Domantas Sabonis is expected to return to the lineup, providing Sacramento with a massive upgrade in rebounding and playmaking.
- • Despite Portland winning the first two head-to-head meetings, Sacramento's recent form and the schedule dynamics heavily favor the home team.
