Sacramento Kings (33-33) vs Memphis Grizzlies (43-25)
Game Info: Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00 pm (Golden 1 Center)
Betting Odds: Sacramento Kings -2 -- Over/Under: 241.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: NBC Sports CA
The Memphis Grizzlies (43-25) are set to face the Sacramento Kings (33-33) on March 17, 2025, at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. The Grizzlies currently hold the fourth spot in the Western Conference, while the Kings are ninth, aiming to secure a position in the play-in tournament.
The Kings are on a four-game losing streak, with recent defeats including a 16-point loss to the Phoenix Suns. This marks the third time this season they've faced such a skid. The Grizzlies, in contrast, have been performing strongly, averaging 122.6 points per game and ranking second in the NBA. They also average 47.6 rebounds per game and have recorded 1,908 assists this season, placing them fourth in the league for ball movement.
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Desmond Bane Over 5.5 Assists
Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane has been a pivotal playmaker during the 2024-25 NBA season. Over 54 games, he has accumulated 298 assists, averaging 5.5 assists per game. His consistent facilitation has been instrumental in the Grizzlies' offensive dynamics this season. Bane has recorded 6+ assists in 5 of his last 8 games and is coming off an 8-assist night against the Miami Heat. He has a favorable matchup in this game going against the Sacramento Kings, who give up 27.1 assists per game to opposing teams, which is well above the league average. The Kings' play style promotes high-scoring games. Desmond Bane will have plenty of opportunities to facilitate his teammates in this one.
Jaren Jackson Jr Over 22.5 Points
Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. has been delivering a standout performance in the 2024-25 NBA season. Over 59 games, he has averaged 22.7 points per game, shooting 49.7% from the field and 36.5% from three-point range. Notably, Jackson Jr. earned a starting position in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, reflecting his significant impact on the court. It looks like the Memphis Grizzlies will be without Ja Morant in this game, which means this Memphis team will need to rely on Jackson when it comes to a scoring perspective. Morant was out in Memphis’s last game against the Heat, and we saw Jackson put up 31 points. Just a few games ago Jackson had a 42-point game against the Spurs. Jaren Jackson is fully capable of getting over this number, especially when Ja Morant isn’t in the lineup.
Malik Monk Over 3.5 Assists
Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk has demonstrated notable improvement in his rebounding performance during the 2024-25 NBA season. Over 54 games, he has averaged 3.9 rebounds per game, ranking 125th in the league. This marks an increase from the previous season (2023-24), where he averaged 2.9 rebounds per game over 72 games. Monk's enhanced rebounding efforts have contributed positively to the Kings' overall performance this season. He has a favorable matchup in this game going against the Grizzlies, who are giving up 53 rebounds per game to opposing teams, which is well above the league average. Monk has secured 4+ rebounds in 4 of his last 6 games, and I don’t see him slowing down on the glass in this one.
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