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Sacramento Kings vs. Denver Nuggets: Preview, Predictions and Picks for January 23, 2025

Updated on:
Jan 23, 2025 9:39 PM
The Sacramento Kings, riding a three-game winning streak, look to extend their momentum as they take on the Denver Nuggets on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at 9:00 PM at Ball Arena. The Nuggets, currently fourth in the Western Conference, will aim to protect their home court and even the season series against the seventh-seeded Kings. It's shaping up to be an exciting matchup between two Western Conference contenders.
Sacramento Kings vs Denver Nuggets

Current Odds

SAC
DEN
Over
245.5
-110
Under
249.5
-105
SAC
+17.5
-117
DEN
-12.5
-125
SAC
ML
+2900
DEN
ML
-2000

Denver Nuggets recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/21/25 vs Philadelphia 76ers W 144-109
1/19/25 @ Orlando Magic W 113-100
1/17/25 @ Miami Heat W 133-113
1/15/25 vs Houston Rockets L 128-108
1/14/25 @ Dallas Mavericks W 118-99

Sacramento Kings recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
1/19/25 vs Washington Wizards W 123-100
1/16/25 vs Houston Rockets W 132-127
1/14/25 @ Milwaukee Bucks L 130-115
1/12/25 @ Chicago Bulls W 124-119
1/10/25 @ Boston Celtics W 114-97

Denver Nuggets injuries

  • Vlatko Cancar (SF): Out
  • DaRon Holmes II (C): Out

Kings vs Nuggets game info

Type Info
Venue Ball Arena
Location Denver, CO
Tip-off Thu 9:00 PM

Kings vs Nuggets predictions

As the Sacramento Kings gear up to face off against the Denver Nuggets, all eyes will be on De’Aaron Fox, who has been a driving force for the team. Fox has been dazzling on the court with his quick feet and playmaking ability, and he's expected to post an impressive 22.6 points, along with 6.1 assists and 5.2 rebounds. Riding alongside him is Domantas Sabonis, a rebounding powerhouse anticipated to snatch 15 boards while adding 19 points to the scoreboard. Malik Monk, coming off the bench, could be a key player as well, predicted to bring in 17 points and provide that extra offensive spark. It'll be fascinating to see if these Kings can maintain their form and make it four victories in a row.

Switching over to the Denver Nuggets, Nikola Jokic stands tall—literally and figuratively—as the stretch center who's capable of doing it all. Jokic is poised to score 26.4 points, haul in 13.9 rebounds, and dish out 8.1 assists in this matchup. He'll be a critical component, orchestrating plays like a maestro. And let’s not overlook Jamal Murray, a guard expected to contribute nearly 20 points, making him a formidable threat outside the paint. With the supporting cast, including Michael Porter Jr. and Aaron Gordon, contributing solidly on both ends of the court, the Nuggets’ lineup seems well-rounded and ready to challenge the visiting Kings.

Looking at the broader picture, predicting a winner is always the tricky part, but that's what makes basketball exciting, right? Given the depth and experience of the Denver Nuggets and the home-court advantage at Ball Arena, the Nuggets might just have the slight edge in this showdown. However, with the Kings' recent surge and their high-octane duo of Fox and Sabonis, they’re not a team to be underestimated. This is set to be an electrifying game—one that could go down to the wire and offer plenty of suspense for fans on both sides. What do you think? Do the Nuggets hold off the charge, or do the Kings extend their winning streak?

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