Kings vs. Lakers Prediction & Odds
The total for Wednesday night’s matchup between the Kings and Lakers sits at 245.5 points. Is that number too high to take the over for this 10:30 p.m. ET matchup?
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
543 Sacramento Kings (-3.5) at 544 Los Angeles Lakers (+3.5); o/u 245.5
10:30 p.m. ET, Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
Kings vs. Lakers Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 74% of public bettors are currently backing the Kings when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
Sacramento Kings DFS Spin
Domantas Sabonis accounted for 18 points, 18 rebounds and eight assists Sunday in a 132-119 win over San Antonio. Mr. Double-Double produced his 20th consecutive double-double and nearly posted a fifth triple-double of the season in Sacramento’s big road win over the Spurs. Sabonis has found his footing in Sacramento, averaging 18.9 points to go with career highs in rebounds (12.5), assists (7.1) and FG% (61.3). His tremendous play is a big reason the Kings have been able to “light the beam” so frequently in 2022-23, and Sacramento is firmly in the Western Conference playoff picture with over half the season over. The big man is ranked 18th in per-game fantasy value, and he’s shown no signs of slowing down.
Los Angeles Lakers DFS Spin
LeBron James (left ankle soreness) is questionable for Wednesday’s matchup with Sacramento. LeBron has played through the ankle injury their last few games, but there’s a chance he misses Wednesday’s game. At 38 years old, it’s all about how he’s feeling each day. He should play, but if not, Dennis Schroder and Russell Westbrook will likely play larger roles. Juan Toscano-Anderson, Max Christie or Wenyen Gabriel should slide into the starting unit, but only Gabriel is worth roster consideration in standard leagues.
Kings vs. Lakers NBA Betting Trends
Kings are 5-1 ATS in the last 6 meetings in Los Angeles
Kings are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games
Kings are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games overall
Lakers are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 home games
Kings vs. Lakers NBA Prediction:
The over is 5-0 in the last five meetings between these two teams and is 4-1 in their last five games in Los Angeles. The over is also 5-0 in the Kings’ last five games overall, is 6-1 in their last seven games playing on two days of rest and is 5-0 in their last five games versus a team with a losing record. On the other side, the over is 12-4 in the Lakers’ last 16 games playing on one day of rest and is 20-7-1 in their last 28 games versus a team with a winning record.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: KINGS/LAKERS OVER 245.5