The Los Angeles Lakers have the chance to close out their season series against the Sacramento Kings with a win. The two teams will face off on Saturday, December 21, 2024. A win here would give the Lakers some much-needed separation in the West. However, it is yet to be seen whether their recent winning streak is merely a fluke or if the team has truly turned a corner.
Continue reading to learn more about the matchup, including injury reports, start time, where to watch, betting tips, game prediction, and more.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Projected starting five
Los Angeles Lakers projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
Austin Reaves
| 17.3
| 3.7
| 5.0
|
Max Christie
| 6.2
| 2.3
| 1.2
|
LeBron James
| 22.6
| 7.9
| 9.0
|
Rui Hachimura
| 12.1
| 5.5
| 1.7
|
Anthony Davis
| 27.5
| 11.7
| 3.3
|
Sacramento Kings projected starting five
Player
| PTS
| REB
| AST
|
De’Aaron Fox
| 26.2
| 5.0
| 6.1
|
Malik Monk
| 16.2
| 3.6
| 5.0
|
DeMar DeRozan
| 22.0
| 3.9
| 4.0
|
Keegan Murray
| 12.3
| 7.7
| 1.5
|
Domantas Sabonis
| 21.4
| 13.0
| 6.2
|
(Note: Projected starters are subject to change.)
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Key players to watch
Los Angeles Lakers key players
- LeBron James
- Anthony Davis
Sacramento Kings key players
- De’Aaron Fox
- Domantas Sabonis
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings Injury Report
Kings injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Devin Carter
| Out
| Shoulder
|
Trey Lyles
| Game time decision
| Calf
|
Keegan Murray
| Game time decision
| Ankle
|
Lakers injury report
Player
| Status
| Injury
|
Anthony Davis
| Game time decision
| Elbow
|
Rui Hachimura
| Game time decision
| Knee
|
Jaxson Hayes
| Out
| Ankle
|
Jalen Hood-Schifino
| Out
| Hamstring
|
LeBron James
| Game time decision
| Foot
|
Jarred Vanderbilt
| Out
| Foot
|
Christian Wood
| Out
| Knee
|
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Team stats
Statistic
| Lakers
| Kings
|
Record
| 15-12
| 13-15
|
Standings
| 7th
| 12th
|
Home/Away
| 6-9
| 6-9
|
Offensive Rating
| 17th
| 7th
|
Defensive Rating
| 21st
| 14th
|
Net Rating
| 21st
| 12th
|
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Previous matchups
During the last showdown between these two teams, the Lakers were able to win with a comfortable 13-point margin (113-100). Anthony Davis recorded 21 points and 20 rebounds while Austin Reaves chipped in with 25 points, 5 assists, and 5 rebounds. While the Kings have won three out of the last five games between these two teams, the Lakers have won the last two, making this an exciting matchup. If both teams come to play, this could go either way.
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Leading players
Stat
| Lakers (Leader)
| Kings (Leader)
|
Points
| 27.5 - Anthony Davis
| 26.2 - De’Aaron Fox
|
Rebounds
| 11.7 - Anthony Davis
| 13.0 - Domantas Sabonis
|
Assists
| 9.0 - LeBron James
| 6.2 - Domantas Sabonis
|
Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Prediction and Betting Tips
- Moneyline: Lakers (+168) vs Kings (-200)
- Spread: Lakers (+5) vs Kings (-5)
- Total (O/U): Lakers -110 (O 229) vs Kings -110 (U 229)
(Note: Odds are correct at the time of writing and likely to change.)
Lakers vs Kings Game Prediction
Credits: AP Photo/Jed Jacobsohn
The Lakers are heading into this game intending to record three wins in a row. On the other hand, Sacramento has lost two, the most recent being against the Lakers. This should give LA the advantage even though they’re playing away from home. We believe that the Lakers will win this upcoming game if both Anthony Davis and LeBron James are available tomorrow. But, things will get tricky for the Lakers if both of their star players are out tomorrow.
Our Prediction: The Lakers will win
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Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings will go live from the Golden 1 Center on Saturday, December 21, 2024. The match will start at 6:00 PM ET.
How to watch Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Streaming details and more
- TV: Spectrum SportsNet
- Streaming: Sling, DirecTV Stream, FuboTV and NBA League Pass
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