Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings NBA Predictions Picks and Odds 02/01/25

On Saturday (02/01), the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-9) will host the Sacramento Kings(24-23) in an NBA Regular-Season contest. The Thunder are 1st in the Western Conference whereas the Kings are 10th in the West. Know about the analysis and predictions related to this Western Conference battle here.

Where to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings

When and where can you catch this exciting NBA game? Here is information about the list of broadcasters.

Date: 02/01
Time: 7:00 PM (CT)
Location: Paycom Center (Oklahoma City, Oklahoma)
Where to watch: The match is available via the NBA League Pass.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings Preview

The Thunder are title contenders

The Thunder entered the contest after a 7-point line against the Golden State Warriors as Shai-Gilgeous Alexander erupted for 35 points. Their exhaustion is playing a role in the dwindling defensive standards for a week or so. However, they remain the best defense in the league overall. In January, they have conceded 104.6 points per game, which is the best effort in the league. Teams are shooting just 32.7% against them from three this month(best effort) which sums up their perimeter defense. They have been in an intriguing tussle against the Cleveland Cavaliers(39-9) for the best record in the league.

The Kings have lost their way again

The Kings come into this game after a 13-point loss against the Philadelphia 76ers despite a 21-point performance by Malik Monk. They have now lost three out of their last four games but overall, their performance in January(10-4) has been stellar thanks to a seven-game winning streak. As of now, they still have several defensive issues to comb and their backcourt is facing instability as their lead guard D’Aaron Fox is probably exploring the trade market. The Kings have struggled guarding the perimeter, allowing 14.4 triples a game(4th worst).

Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Sacramento Kings Prediction

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings: Numbers

Oklahoma City Thunder Recent Games:

Lost 109-116 against the Golden State Warriors.
Won 118-108 against the Portland Trail Blazers.
Lost 115-121 against the Dallas Mavericks.

Key stats:

The Thunder have won nine out of their last ten home games.
The Thunder have conceded 108 points or more in four straight games.
Shai-Gilgeous Alexander has scored 35 points in four out of the six last games..

Sacramento Kings’ latest games:

Lost 117-104 against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Won 110-96 against the Brooklyn Nets.
Lost 120-143 against the New York Knicks.

Key stats:

The Kings have lost four out of their last five home games.
Malik Monk has averaged a season-high 22.5 points and 7.8 assists in January.
Domantas Sabonis has put up a season-high 16.6 rebounds and 7.6 assists per game this month.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Sacramento Kings– Final Prediction and Additional Information

The Thunder are feeling the midseason blues these days but the Kings are meteorically in a much worse position. The Kings’ offense has been in a good rhythm in January but the Thunder’s defense will probably bounce back here. Thus, the Kings seem to be in for another defeat, however, this game could be decided within a 4-7 points range. The total points here can be 218-228 points. Shai-Gilgeous Alexander can score more than 40 points here.

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Shubham Singh

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!