The Sacramento Kings (33-32) and Phoenix Suns (30-36) will meet in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 10:00 p.m. ET at the Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona. The game will be broadcast live on NBA League Pass.
The Suns are 3-point favorites over the Kings on the spread (Suns -3), with the over/under set at 232.5 total points. Phoenix is a -148 favorite to win outright, while Sacramento is +124 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Kings vs. Suns predictions and NBA picks for Friday, March 14.
Kings vs. Suns Picks, Prediction
Moneyline
My Suns vs. Kings best bet is on Phoenix moneyline, with the best line currently available at DraftKings. But as always, make sure to shop for the best line using our live NBA odds page.
Over/Under
I'm steering clear of the total in tonight's matchup.
My Pick: Suns Moneyline (-148)
Kings vs. Suns Odds
| Kings Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+3 -110 | 232.5 -112o / -108u | +124 |
| Suns Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-3 -110 | 232.5 -112o / -108u | -148 |
- Kings vs. Suns spread: Suns -3
- Kings vs. Suns over/under: 232.5 total points
- Kings vs. Suns moneyline: Suns -148, Kings +124
- Kings vs. Suns best bet: Suns ML (-148)
Kings vs. Suns Preview
Phoenix comes into the contest sporting a record of 30-36. Mike Budenholzer's team has been the most disappointing in the Western Conference. The Suns entered the season as one of the betting favorites to win the West, but now they are fighting just to punch a playoff berth. Phoenix trails the final play-in spot by 2.5 games, and time is running out. For the rest of the regular season, they will treat every game as a playoff game.
Phoenix has played its best basketball on its home floor this year, with an 18-13 record compared to 12-23 on the road. The Suns have lost back-to-back games and seven of their last ten. Kevin Durant leads the team with 26.8 points per game. Devin Booker has enjoyed a strong season, averaging 25.9 points per game and a team-leading 6.8 assists. Bradley Beal has added 17.7 points per game and 3.5 rebounds. The Suns have averaged 114.3 points per game.
Sacramento begins the contest with a record of 33-32. The Kings have had an up-and-down season, including the dismissal of former head coach Mike Brown and the departure of star guard De’Aaron Fox. Brown was surprisingly fired after being named Western Conference Coach of the Year a few years ago. Long-time assistant coach Doug Christie took over the squad and has done a solid job since taking over.
Sacramento added veteran and former all-star Zach LaVine at the deadline. The Kings believe their veteran roster has enough talent to compete in the West and go on a run this season. Sacramento begins tonight's game as the ninth seed in the West, trailing the final playoff spot by 3.5 games. The Kings have been solid on the road this season (17-17).
Zach Lavine leads the team in scoring with 23.4 points per game in 15 games with the Kings. Veteran DeMar DeRozan has been excellent this season, averaging 22.1 points per game and 4.0 rebounds. Big man Domantas Sabonis has averaged a double-double with 19.5 points and 14.1 rebounds per game.
Kings vs. Suns Betting Predictions
Phoenix Suns Moneyline
We will ride with the home team tonight for the first leg of this parlay. As mentioned, the Suns have been a much better team on their home floor (18-13).
The Kings are in a tough position tonight, playing on a back-to-back. Sacramento is 4-8 on back-to-backs this season.
Zach Lavine 20+ Points
The veteran is the top-scoring option for the Kings and faces one of the worst defensive teams in the NBA.
Lavine has not cashed this prop in back-to-back games. However, Lavine was on a streak of cashing this prop in seven consecutive games prior. Lavine will bounce back with a strong performance tonight and clear this number.
Devin Booker 30+ Points
We are getting substantial value on this prop at + money tonight. The former all-star has averaged 25.9 points per game and is always capable of ripping off a 30+ point performance.
This prop will bode well in a high-scoring back-and-forth contest.
Best Bet: Suns ML (-148)
Same Game Parlay Picks
- Phoenix Suns ML -148
- Zach Lavine 20+ Points
- Devin Booker 30+ Points
Parlay Payout: +515
Suns vs. Kings Betting Trends
