Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings 1100H 21/12/2023. NBA basketball predictions, point spread predictions, and over/under predictions from 12Bet experts. Hurry up and download the 12bet app for lots of amazing rewards!
Match Up Details
- Date: Thursday, December 21, 2023
- Time 11:00AM GMT+8
- Place: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
Celtics vs Kings Odds
- Celtics to win odds: 2.33
- Kings to win odds: 1.64
- Spread: +4.5
- Over/Under: 237.5
Noteworthy statistics
Boston Celtics
Record: 20-5
- Points Per Game: Averaging 117.6 points
- Shooting Percentage: 47.8% from the field
- Three-Point Shooting: Connecting on 37.2% from beyond the arc
- Free Throw Percentage: 80.3%
- Rebounds: Pulling down 46.5 boards per game
- Assists: 617 dimes on the season, ranking 27th in the league in terms of passing the ball
- Turnovers: Averaging 13.8 turnovers per game
- Fouls: Committing 17.7 personal fouls on a nightly basis
- Defensive Stats: Forcing 12.6 turnovers per game, allowing a shooting percentage of 44.5%, and surrendering 42.8 rebounds per game
- Points Allowed Per Game: 108.5 (3rd in the league)
Sacramento Kings
Record: 16-9
- Points Per Game: Averaging 118.2 points
- Shooting Percentage: 47.1% from the floor
- Three-Point Shooting: Shooting 36.9% from beyond the arc
- Free Throw Percentage: 74.4%
- Rebounds: Collecting 43.8 rebounds per game
- Assists: Assisting teammates 28.5 times per contest (5th in the NBA)
- Turnovers: Losing possession by turning the ball over 13.7 times per contest
- Fouls: Responsible for committing 20.9 fouls every game
- Defensive Stats: Ranked 21st in points allowed per game with 117.2, forcing 14.0 turnovers per game, and allowing teams to shoot 48.8% from the floor
- Opponent Three-Point Shooting: Conceding 37.8% on shots from beyond the arc.
- Recent Performance
Boston Celtics
The Celtics, coming off a solid win against the Orlando Magic with a score of 114-97, demonstrated their offensive strength, particularly from the three-point line, with Jaylen Brown notably scoring 31 points. Despite the tight schedule, playing their third game in four nights on the road, they maintained a strong defensive stance, limiting the Magic to a 38.2% field goal percentage. However, they faced challenges with player fatigue and managing Kristaps Porzingis’s calf injury.
Sacramento Kings
The Sacramento Kings secured a victory over the Washington Wizards, scoring 143-131. De’Aaron Fox stood out in this game, contributing 30 points and 6 assists, leading the team to shoot 53% from the field. Although their defense allowed the Wizards a 51.8% shooting rate, the Kings have been focusing on improving their defensive tactics, as evidenced by their recent rise in defensive rankings. Playing at home, where they have shown considerable strength, the Kings looked to leverage their home court advantage in the upcoming game against the Celtics.
Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings point spread prediction
Point Spread: +3.5
Boston Celtics
- The Celtics were playing their third game in four nights on the road, which might have led to player fatigue, potentially affecting their performance and the point spread.
- Kristaps Porzingis’s calf injury and its management could impact the team’s performance, influencing the point spread.
Playing back-to-back games, especially against a rested team like the Kings, could be a disadvantage, potentially widening the point spread.
Sacramento Kings
- The Kings’ high-scoring win over the Wizards highlighted their offensive strength, which could lead to a favorable point spread.
Recent efforts to bolster their defense, as indicated by their improved Defensive Rating, could tighten the point spread. - Rest Advantage: Unlike the Celtics, the Kings had not been on a tight game schedule, which might give them a physical advantage, potentially affecting the point spread.
Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings over/under prediction
The over/under for the game is set at 237 points.
Boston Celtics
The Celtics have been averaging 117.6 points per game, indicating a tendency towards higher-scoring games.
Their defensive capabilities, allowing only 108.5 points per game, could contribute to a lower total score.
Their proficiency in three-point shooting (37.2%) suggests the potential for high-scoring games.
Sacramento Kings
Averaging 118.2 points per game, the Kings are one of the higher-scoring teams, which could push the total score over.
Allowing an average of 117.2 points per game indicates potential for high-scoring games.
Strong performances at home, especially in scoring, could contribute to a higher total score.
Predicted lineups
Celtics – Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kristaps Porzingis, Derrick White, Al Horford
Kings – De’Aaron Fox, Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Malik Monk, Harrison Barnes
Injury Report
Jayson Tatum (Sprain): Out
Predicted Scores
Boston Celtics 110 – 120 Sacramento Kings
Pick
Sacramento Kings -3.5 under 237
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