Utah Jazz (14-43) vs Sacramento Kings (29-28)
Game Info: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 9:00 pm (Delta Center)
Betting Odds: Utah Jazz +9.5 -- Over/Under: 236.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: KJZZ-TV
Sacramento Kings are set to face the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, at Delta Center in Salt Lake City. The Kings, with a 29-28 record, are aiming to build on their recent 130-88 victory over the Charlotte Hornets. In that game, Zach LaVine led with 42 points, and the team shot 54% from the field, including 50% from three-point range. This win snapped a two-game losing streak and improved their standing in the Western Conference.
The Jazz, currently at 14-43, have struggled this season, including a recent 114-112 loss to the Portland Trail Blazers. In that game, they shot just 39.8% from the field and committed 15 turnovers. Key players like Lauri Markkanen, Collin Sexton, Walker Kessler, John Collins, and Jordan Clarkson have been dealing with injuries, impacting the team's performance.
Domantas Sabonis Under 18.5 Points
Domantas Sabonis has been a cornerstone for the Sacramento Kings during the 2024-25 NBA season. In 54 games, he has averaged 20.0 points per game, ranking him among the top scorers in the league. Sabonis' scoring efficiency is noteworthy, with a field goal percentage of 59.9%.
Sabonis’s scoring numbers have been up and down this season. He’s failed to score over 18 points in 7 of his last 10 games. This Kings team is full of scorers and there's just a lot of mouths to feed. Sabonis does it all for this Kings team but at times he’s not the focal point when it comes to a scoring perspective.
Jordan Clarkson Over 16.5 Points
Jordan Clarkson has been a key contributor to the Utah Jazz's offense during the 2024-25 NBA season. In 55 games, he has averaged 17.1 points per game, along with 3.3 rebounds and 3.8 assists. Clarkson's scoring efficiency is notable, with a field goal percentage of 41.8%. His ability to contribute across multiple facets of the game has been instrumental in the Jazz's performance this season.
When Clarkson has been healthy he’s been able to clear this line with ease. He’s scored 16 or more points in his last 6 games. With how banged up this Utah Jazz team is Clarkson will need to step up in a big way if the Jazz want to stay in this one. The Kings give up a ton of points and three-pointers which should result in a big scoring night from Clarkson.
Malik Monk Over 2.5 Three Pointers
Malik Monk has been a significant contributor to the Sacramento Kings' offense during the 2024-25 NBA season. In 48 games, he has averaged 17.9 points per game, 3.8 rebounds, and 5.9 assists. Regarding his three-point shooting, Monk has made 2.2 three-pointers per game this season.
Monk has only scored 1 three-pointer in his last two games but this is a good bounce-back spot. The Jazz are giving up 14.6 three-pointers per game to opposing teams which is the most in the league. This Kings team is full of guys who are strong from the mid-range and inside the paint which leaves Monk to be their main three-point assassin.
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AUTHOR: Brad Francis
