The stage is set for a competitive showdown.
The Sacramento Kings will host the Minnesota Timberwolves for their season opener on Thursday at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California, with tip-off set for 10 p.m. ET.
Minnesota enters the game coming off a season-opening loss to the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday. Last season, the Timberwolves finished 56-26 and advanced to the Western Conference Finals, showcasing their strength in a competitive Western Conference.
Sacramento, meanwhile, ended last season with a 46-36 record and made it to the play-in tournament but fell short of the NBA playoffs. In their three meetings last year, the Kings won two, with the road team coming out on top in each game.
As we gear up for this highly anticipated matchup, let us dive into the betting odds, predictions, and top picks for the game.
Provided by SportsLine
Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -115 | Kings -104
Spread (SP): Timberwolves -1 | Kings +1
Over/Under (O/U): 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
The Timberwolves were 6-9-1 ATS last season when playing with a rest disadvantage. Meanwhile, the Kings went 5-1 to the Under when listed as home underdogs in the 2023-24 season.
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The Kings have been dominant at home over the past two seasons, securing 23 and 24 wins, respectively. With the addition of DeMar DeRozan, Sacramento’s floor is expected to rise this season, creating more opportunities for shooters like Keegan Murray and Kevin Huerter to thrive.
While the Kings’ defense remains a concern, Minnesota showed early struggles against the Lakers in their opener. Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are still adjusting to their new lineup, and the back-to-back road games to open the season present a challenging start. Sacramento is poised to capitalize on these factors in tonight’s matchup.
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