The Sacramento Kings limp into Memphis on Monday night riding a brutal 16‑game road losing streak, desperate to find any spark against a Grizzlies team that has quietly shown resilience despite its own injury woes. Memphis, sitting at 21‑34, is favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 233.5.
That number reflects the offensive potential of both squads but also the defensive lapses that have plagued them. Sacramento’s offense has sputtered, averaging just 110.1 points per game, while the Grizzlies have been inconsistent, scoring 115.5 per contest but allowing nearly 118.
Memphis has dominated this head‑to‑head recently, winning three straight against the Kings and covering the spread each time. Sacramento, meanwhile, has been one of the league’s worst road ATS teams, compounding their struggles away from home.
Bettors will weigh whether Memphis’ home‑court advantage and defensive edge can hold off a Kings team that has been battered by injuries and inconsistency. With both teams trending toward the under in recent contests, this matchup sets up as a fascinating test of whether Memphis can continue its dominance or if Sacramento can finally snap its road skid.
Best Bet: Grizzlies -4.5 (-110) at DraftKings Sportsbook
The spread feels modest given the context. Memphis has covered in all three of its last head‑to‑head meetings with Sacramento, and the Kings have dropped 16 straight on the road. That combination makes the Grizzlies -4.5 the most logical play.
Memphis has been inconsistent overall ATS (25‑29‑1), but they’ve shown strength when favored, winning 12 of 18 games in that role. Sacramento, conversely, has been abysmal as an underdog, with just nine wins in 52 such contests.
The Kings’ defense has been porous, allowing 121.1 points per game, and Memphis’ balanced attack should exploit that weakness. While the total of 233.5 is tempting, both teams’ recent scoring trends suggest the under may be the safer lean.
Memphis’ last 10 games have averaged 232.1 points, slightly below the line, while Sacramento’s last 10 have averaged six fewer points than the posted total. Ultimately, the Grizzlies’ home‑court advantage, recent dominance in this matchup, and Sacramento’s road futility make Memphis -4.5 the best bet.
Combined Odds: +210
This safer parlay trims risk by lowering the spread, banking on Jerome’s steady scoring, and fading Sacramento’s offense. The correlation is clear: Memphis controls the game, Jerome contributes, and the Kings’ road struggles continue.
Combined Odds: +575
This longshot parlay leans into Memphis’ defensive edge. Wells has shown flashes from deep, and if Memphis builds a lead, he’ll get looks. DeRozan has been inconsistent, and fading his scoring ties directly to Memphis covering.
The above odds are sourced from FanDuel.
Odds updated: February 23, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day.
| Team | Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis Grizzlies | Santi Aldama | Knee | Out |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Kyle Anderson | Knee | Day-To-Day |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Cedric Coward | Knee | Out |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Kentavious Caldwell-Pope | Finger | Out |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Ja Morant | Elbow (UCL) | Out |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Zach Edey | Ankle | Out |
| Memphis Grizzlies | Brandon Clarke | Calf | Out |
| Sacramento Kings | De’Andre Hunter | Eye | Out |
| Sacramento Kings | Dylan Cardwell | Ankle | Out |
| Sacramento Kings | Domantas Sabonis | Knee | Out |
| Sacramento Kings | Zach LaVine | Hand | Out |
The Memphis Grizzlies and Sacramento Kings tip off on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. ET.
The game will be played at FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee, where the Grizzlies look to capitalize on home‑court advantage.
Fans can watch the game on FDSSE and NBCS‑CA, with streaming options available through NBC Sports platforms.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Monday, February 23, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| Arena | FedExForum, Memphis, Tennessee |
| TV/Streaming | FDSSE and NBCS‑CA |
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