Phoenix Suns vs Sacramento Kings Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 16/01/2024, 07:35  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 16/01/2024 at 13:00 in NBA Prediction

The Sacramento Kings will visit the Footprint Center to take on the Phoenix Suns in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 21-18 and eighth in the Western Conference, while the visitors re 23-16 and currently in fifth place. 

The Sacramento Kings have been in average form, securing victories in four of their last seven games overall, but they aim to end a two-game skid after narrowly losing to the Bucks in a 143-142 overtime road battle on Sunday. De’Aaron Fox spearheaded the team with 32 points and five assists on 12-of-26 shooting, complemented by Malik Monk's 28 points. Notably, the Kings have emerged victorious in each of their last four matchups against their upcoming opponent. Sacramento currently holds the NBA's eighth-ranked offense, averaging 118.2 points per game, while Phoenix ranks 15th in defense, allowing 114.4 points. In the 2023-24 season, the Kings demonstrate a scoring difference of 6.4 points per game at home (121.3) compared to on the road (114.9). Defensively, they concede an average of 117.7 points per game, ranking 21st, with a defensive rating of 116.5. Kevin Huerter, Jordan Ford, and Keegan Murray are questionable for the upcoming match.

Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns are currently enjoying a successful streak, winning seven of their last 10 games overall, and they aim to extend this positive run after a convincing 127-116 road victory against the Trail Blazers on Sunday. The Suns' trio of all-stars showcased their ability, with Devin Booker leading the team with 34 points and seven assists on 14-of-22 shooting, Bradley Beal contributing 23 points, and Kevin Durant scoring 21 points. In terms of scoring, the Suns rank 14th in the NBA, averaging 115.8 points per game, while the Kings are 21st in points allowed, conceding 117.7 points. Defensively, Phoenix allows an average of 114.4 points per game, placing them 15th, with a defensive rating of 116.3, ranking 16th. Interestingly, the Suns' offense performs better at home (116.9 PPG) compared to their road games (114.5 PPG). However, defensively, they face challenges at home (115.1 PPG allowed) compared to their away games (113.4 PPG allowed). Phoenix will be without Damion Lee, while Bol Bol is listed as day-to-day.