by Rod Pearson
Monday, Apr 01, 2024
Game Time: 10:00 pm ET, Tuesday, April 4, 2024
Venue: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA
Where to Watch: NBCS-CA
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Clippers -2, Kings +2; Over/Under: 223 points
Bet365: Point Spread: Clippers -2, Kings +2; Over/Under: 223 points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Clippers -2, Kings +2; Over/Under: 223 points
Season Record
Los Angeles Clippers: 47-27 (1st place, Pacific Division)
Sacramento Kings: 43-31 (2nd place, Pacific Division)
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Los Angeles Clippers: 6-4 last 10
Sacramento Kings: 6-4 last 10
Los Angeles Clippers vs Sacramento Kings Preview and Analysis
The Clippers are entering this game with a 47-27 record overall and they are 25-14 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 3 game winning streak with wins coming against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Orlando Magic, and the Charlotte Hornets in their last game. Paul George led the team in points in that game with 41 while Ivica Zubac was next on the team with 24 points. James Harden led the team in assists in that game with 10 while Ivica Zubac led the team in rebounds with 12. They were 57.3% from the field, 48.3% from 3-point range, and 88.2% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 116.3 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 112.7 PPG against them. The Clippers have an ATS record of 35-39 this season and their O/U record is 33-39-2.
The Kings are entering this game with a 43-31 record overall and they are 22-15 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Utah Jazz in their last game. Keegan Murray led the team in points in that game with 25 while Harrison Barnes and De'Aaron Fox each were next on the team with 24 points. De'Aaron Fox led the team in assists in that game with 12 while Domantas Sabonis led the team in rebounds with 11. They were 53.6% from the field, 50% from 3-point range, and 73.9% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 117.3 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 116 PPG against them. The Kings have an ATS record of 37-36-1 this season and their O/U record is 34-37-3.
Clippers vs Kings Prediction
The current betting odds have the Clippers listed as a 2 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Clippers have looked really good in their games this season with their 47-27 record overall which has them right near the top of the West and in a playoff spot right now. They have also been a really good road team this year with their 25-14 road record. Meanwhile, the Kings have also looked good in their games this season with their 43-31 record overall which has them in a play-in spot for the playoffs in the West right now. They are 2 games outside of a true playoff spot and they have been up and down in the standings lately as the West is really competitive right now. They have also looked good on their home court this year with their 22-15 home record. The Kings are coming off a win in their last one but they have been struggling in their games lately against stronger teams as they did have 2 losses in a row to Dallas right before beating the Jazz in their last one. The Clippers have been just as hot as the Kings lately as both teams are 6-4 in their last 10 games, but the Clippers are finally starting to look a lot better in their games lately and have some momentum on their side now with 3 wins in a row. The Clippers have been the stronger team all season and have been a lot more consistent with their place in the standings while the Kings have been up and down all over the place. The Clippers are also 5 games behind but still in the race for the number 1 seed so now that they have some momentum with 3 wins in a row, they will be looking to go on a big run to keep those hopes alive. The best way to place a bet here is on the Clippers to cover the spread in this game.
Clippers Kings Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Tuesday, April 4, 2024 (10:00 pm ET start time) is Clippers 124 Kings 117.
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NBA Betting Trends
Los Angeles Clippers: 25-14 ATS as a road favorite of 6 points or less. 8-4 ATS off a no-cover where the team won straight up as a favorite. 9-2 UNDER revenging a home loss vs opponent. 10-2 UNDER off a no-cover where the team won straight up as a favorite. 23-14 UNDER after a game where they failed to cover the spread.
Sacramento Kings: 15-22 ATS in home games. 6-16 ATS after a win by 10 points or more. 14-23 ATS after a game where they covered the spread. 22-13 UNDER after a game where they covered the spread. 25-15 UNDER after 1 or more consecutive wins. 5-1 UNDER after a blowout win by 20 points or more.
Key Injuries
Los Angeles Clippers: None.
Sacramento Kings: M. Monk (SG) Mid May - Knee. K. Huerter (SG) out for season - Shoulder.
Notable Quotes
“I just didn’t think we had a defensive mindset coming into the game. We scored so easy that we let our guards down defensively, and (the Hornets) did a good job of running good stuff and taking advantage of the mismatches. We just didn’t lock in.” - Tyronn Lue after his team’s win against the Hornets in their game on Sunday.
“We knew we had some different lineups out there. Coach told everyone they had the green light. Shoot and be aggressive. ... I tried to shoot with confidence.” - Harrison Barnes after their win against the Jazz in their game on Sunday.
Starting Lineups
Los Angeles Clippers
PG James Harden
SG Terance Mann
SF Paul George
PF Kawhi Leonard
C Ivica Zubac
Sacramento Kings
PG De'Aaron Fox
SG Keon Ellis
SF Harrison Barnes
PF Keegan Murray
C Domantas Sabonis
Statistical Leaders
Los Angeles Clippers
PPG: K. Leonard (23.7)
APG: J. Harden (8.6)
Reb/G: I. Zubac (9.1)
Sacramento Kings
PPG: D. Fox (26.4)
APG: D. Sabonis (8.3)
Reb/G: D. Sabonis (13.6)
Coaches:
Los Angeles Clippers: Tyronn Lue (4th season)
Sacramento Kings: Mike Brown (2nd season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
