SAC vs DEN Match Prediction: In a Western Conference showdown, the Sacramento Kings will face the Denver Nuggets tomorrow at the Golden 1 Center arena. This marks their second encounter, with the Kings having won the initial battle 117-123 at their home court. The Kings aim to secure another victory, this time on the road.
Meanwhile, the Denver Nuggets are regaining their form, boasting a fantastic away record of 15-12. They seek revenge against the Kings and aim to secure a win in this road game.
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets Prediction
Sacramento Kings (29-21)
The Sacramento Kings have dropped to the 7th position in the conference league table, winning two games out of their last five matches and currently on a two-game losing streak. Their recent loss against the bottom-ranked Pistons at home, with a score of 133-120, underscores the importance of this upcoming game for the Kings to regain momentum in the league. Despite their recent setbacks, the Kings showcase strong teamwork, ranking fifth in the NBA with 28.7 assists per game and third in three-point shooting with an average of 14.9 threes per game.
While their offensive prowess shines, ranking 9th in the NBA with an average of 118.4 points per game (PPG), they struggle defensively, ranking 21st in the league and allowing opponents to score 118.1 PPG. The team is led by their point guard, De’Aaron Fox, who is having an outstanding season with averages of 26.9 PPG and 5.3 APG. Domantas Sabonis contributes significantly with 19.7 points, an impressive 13.1 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game, maintaining shooting percentages of 61.9% from the field and 43.4% from behind the arc.
Denver Nuggets (36-16)
The defending champions, the Denver Nuggets, currently hold the 2nd place in the league standings, having secured victories in 8 of their last 10 matches. They are on a three-game winning streak, including a notable victory over the Lakers with a score of 114-106 on the road, where Jamal Murray’s 29-point performance played a key role.
Nikola Jokic has been instrumental for the Nuggets, leading the team with an impressive stat line, averaging 26.3 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 9.1 assists per game. Despite facing offensive challenges this season with an average of 114.8 points per game (ranking 16th in the league), the Nuggets boast exceptional defence, ranking fourth-best in the league by allowing opponents only 110.6 points per game. Key contributors include Jamal Murray, averaging 21.0 points and 6.6 assists, and Michael Porter Jr., contributing 15.8 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
SAC vs DEN Basketball Game Info
Date: Saturday 10th February 2024
Time: 8:30 AM IST
How to Watch Live: Sports 18, Jio Cinema
Location: David J Stern Walk, Sacramento
Arena: Golden 1 Center
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets Lineups
SAC (Kings): Malik Monk, JaVale McGee, Chris Duarte, De’Aaron Fox, Sasha Vezenkov, Kevin Huerter, Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Davion Mitchell, Kessler Edwards, Jalen Slawson, Colby Jones, Keon Ellis, Alex Len, Jordan Ford, Filip Petrusev, Harrison Barnes, Trey Lyles.
DEN (Nuggets): Christian Braun, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Vlatko Cancar, Collin Gillespie, Aaron Gordon, Justin Holiday, Jay Huff, Reggie Jackson, Nikola Jokic, DeAndre Jordan, Braxton Key, Jamal Murray, Zeke Nnaji, Jalen Pickett, Michael Porter Jr., Julian Strawther, Hunter Tyson, Peyton Watson
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets Injury Updates
SAC (Kings): Chris Duarte (ankle injury)
DEN (Nuggets): Vlatko Cancar (Knee injury), Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring)
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets H2H
SAC (Kings): 4 games Won
DEN (Nuggets): 6 games won
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets Fantasy Leaders
Points: De’Aaron Fox (26.9) vs Nikola Jokic (26.3)
Rebounds: Domantas Sabonis (13.1) vs Nikola Jokic (12.2)
Assists: Domantas Sabonis (8.2) vs Nikola Jokic (9.0)
Steals: De’Aaron Fox (1.8) vs Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (1.3)
Blocks: Domantas Sabonis (0.60) vs Peyton Watson (0.9)
Free Throw%: Malik Monk (80.90) vs Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (92.0)
Field Goal Percentage%: Domantas Sabonis (61.90) vs Nikola Jokic (58.9)
Three Point Percentage%: Domantas Sabonis (42.9) vs Jamal Murray (40.6)
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