The Golden State Warriors are in Sacramento on Friday to face the Kings in the second-to-last game of the season. The two sides met at Chase Center on Tuesday, which resulted in a 110-105 win for the Warriors. De’Anthony Melton and Brandin Podziemski combined for 41 points, while Steph Curry had 17 points. As for the Kings, Killian Hayes scored 18 points, while Maxime Raynaud had 17 points.
That win put the Warriors up 2-1 over their crosstown rivals this season. Sacramento will be hoping to make home-court advantage count and cause an upset, while the Warriors, who are still in the hunt for the postseason, will be looking to gain some rhythm for the play-in games.
Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Odds
Moneyline: Warriors (-479) vs Kings (+408)
Spread: Warriors -11.5 (-111) vs Kings +11.5 (-110)
Total (O/U): Warriors o229.5 (-111) vs Kings u229.5 (-111)
Editor’s note: The odds could change close to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Preview
This is the second night of a back-to-back for the Warriors after losing 119-103 to the Lakers in their final home game of the season. The Dubs were severely undermanned, with several key players rested, including Steph Curry. Nate Williams and Brandin Podziemski tied for a team-high 17 points, while three players scored 12 points each.
Curry’s return from a long layoff has breathed new life into their play-in hopes. Golden State is locked into the 10th seed with a 37-43 record, and their postseason fate hinges on how well they perform in two play-in games on the road. They will need to be clinical in all departments to advance, and this game against the Kings, along with the season finale against the Clippers, will serve as crucial tune-ups ahead of the high-stakes matchups.
On the opposite side, the Kings will miss the playoffs for the third straight year and must focus on rebuilding through the draft and offseason roster moves. The Kings were one of the teams that came into this season expected to be much better. Instead, they took another step in the wrong direction. They have been near the bottom of the Western Conference standings for much of the season and will likely finish there. They are currently tied with the Utah Jazz at 21-59 at the bottom.
Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Injury Reports
Golden State Warriors Injury Report
The Warriors may receive reinforcements, as Steph Curry, Kristaps Porzingis and Al Horford are expected to play against the Kings, while Will Richard, Gui Santos and LJ Cryer are still listed as day-to-day.
Sacramento Kings Injury Report
The Kings will miss quite a few names, including DeMar DeRozan (hamstring), Russell Westbrook (toe), Domantas Sabonis (knee), Keegan Murray (ankle), Zach LaVine (hand), De’Andre Hunter (eye), and Drew Eubanks (thumb), all are expected to remain sidelined.
Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Starting Lineups
Warriors
PG: Steph Curry | SG: De’Anthony Melton | SF: Gary Payton II | PF: Draymond Green | C: Kristaps Porzingis
Kings
PG: Devin Carter | SG: Nique Clifford | SF: Daeqwon Plowden | PF: Precious Achiuwa | C: Maxime Raynaud
Golden State Warriors vs Sacramento Kings Prediction
This matchup pits two teams with contrasting momentum, and that discrepancy in form between the Warriors and the Kings could prove decisive. However, it is likely to be a tight affair given the local rivalry between the two. The Warriors will be boosted by the return of several key players, which could lead to an open contest that ultimately ends in favor of the visitors.
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