New York Knicks (29-16) vs Sacramento Kings (23-21)
Game Info: Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 7:30 pm (Madison Square Garden)
Betting Odds: New York Knicks -6 -- Over/Under: 233.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: NBA League Pass
The Sacramento Kings and NY Knicks meet Saturday in NBA action at Madison Square Garden. Here’s a Sacramento Kings vs NY Knicks Prediction. This article will include a Sacramento Kings vs NY Knicks Pick.
Sacramento Kings Betting Preview
The Sacramento Kings beat the Warriors, lost to the Nuggets, and they play the Nets, 76ers, and Thunder next. The Sacramento Kings are averaging 116.7 points on 47.5 percent shooting and allowing 113.9 points on 46.3 percent shooting. De’Aaron Fox is averaging 25.9 points and 5.2 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan is averaging 21.5 points and 3.8 rebounds. Domantas Sabonis is the third double-digit scorer and Malik Monk is grabbing 3.6 rebounds. The Sacramento Kings are shooting 34.9 percent from beyond the arc and 80.9 percent from the free-throw line. The Sacramento Kings are allowing 37.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.8 rebounds per game.
NY Knicks Betting Preview
The NY Knicks beat the Hawks and Nets, and they play the Grizzlies, Nuggets, and Lakers next. The NY Knicks are averaging 117.1 points on 49.5 percent shooting and allowing 111.1 points on 47 percent shooting. Jalen Brunson is averaging 26 points and 3 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 25.4 points and 3.3 assists. Mikal Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and OG Anunoby is grabbing 4.8 rebounds. The NY Knicks are shooting 37.7 percent from beyond the arc and 80.5 percent from the free throw line. The NY Knicks are allowing 37.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.2 rebounds per game.
Why the New York Knicks will win
- The favorites have won each of the last 10 games between the Kings and Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
- The Kings have lost each of their last five road games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
- The favorites have covered the spread in each of the last 10 games between the Kings and Knicks at Madison Square Garden.
- The Kings have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four night games at Madison Square Garden.
Why the Sacramento Kings will win
- The Knicks have lost each of their last two games as home favorites following a win.
- The Kings have won each of their last two games as road underdogs following a loss.
- The Kings have covered the spread in each of their last seven road games following a road loss.
- The Knicks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five night games against teams that held a winning record.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Knicks rank 1st in the league for Q2 win percentage this season (66.7%).
- The Knicks rank 2nd in the league for opponent steals per game this season (6.9).
- The Kings rank 3rd in the league for turnovers per game this season (13.0).
- The Kings rank 28th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.5).
Sacramento Kings vs NY Knicks Injury Report
The Knicks won’t have Kevin McCullar Jr. or Michael Robinson. Josh Hart is questionable with a knee injury.
De'Aaron Fox is questionable for the Kings due to a thumb sprain.
Sacramento Kings vs NY Knicks Prediction
The Sacramento Kings have played their best ball over these last two weeks, which includes wins in eight of their last 10 games. Seeing De'Aaron Fox on the injury report doesn't scare me when you consider the Kings are 3-0 SU this season without their star point guard. The NY Knicks have been hit or miss over the last month, and that includes four losses at home in their last seven games. The Knicks could also be without Hart, who does a lot for them at both ends of the floor. Of course, check the injury report before betting. Without or without Fox, the Kings are far from pushovers. I want the points.
Randy’s Pick Sacramento Kings +6
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
