Trail Blazers vs. Kings Picks and Prediction – 3/27/2025
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Portland Trail Blazers (32-40) vs. Sacramento Kings (35-36)
Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA
TV: NBA TV
Previous Games:
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Blazers: Lost 129-116 to Boston
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Kings: Lost 113-95 to Boston
Head-to-Head:
Portland has won two of the three matchups against Sacramento this season, despite both teams struggling in recent games. Sacramento is on a 3-game losing streak and 2-8 in their last 10 games, while Portland has been slightly better with a 4-6 record in their last 10.
Portland Trail Blazers Breakdown:
Portland has had an up-and-down season but enters this game with some momentum after winning 4 of their last 5 games prior to their loss to Boston. Anfernee Simons and Shaedon Sharpe have been leading the charge offensively, but their road struggles remain a challenge. On the road, Portland averages 108.4 PPG and has a 12-23 record.
Key Players:
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Anfernee Simons: 19.5 PPG
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Shaedon Sharpe: 17.6 PPG
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Deandre Ayton: 10.2 RPG
Sacramento Kings Breakdown:
Sacramento has been struggling with consistency, especially defensively. They have allowed 119.2 PPG over their last 5 games, contributing to their 3-game losing streak. DeMar DeRozan has been the offensive leader, but the Kings’ defense is a major concern. At home, Sacramento averages 116.7 PPG and has an 18-18 record. The Kings need a win to try and improve their playoff position.
Key Players:
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DeMar DeRozan: 22.2 PPG
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Domantas Sabonis: 19.1 PPG, 13.9 RPG, 6.1 APG
Betting Trends:
Portland Trail Blazers:
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12-23 on the road this season.
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The +6 line has been covered in 3 of their last 5 games and 12 of their last 20 road games.
Sacramento Kings:
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1-9 against the spread (ATS) in their last 10 games.
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The -6 line has not been covered in any of their last 5 games and 5 consecutive games.
Exact Score Prediction:
Portland Trail Blazers 114 – Sacramento Kings 118
Our Best Bet:
Portland Trail Blazers +5.5 (-110)
The Kings have been struggling to cover the spread, especially at home, while the Trail Blazers have been competitive recently and covered the +6 line in their last 2 matchups against Sacramento. With both teams dealing with their own issues, expect Portland to keep it close and potentially cover the spread.