AI Predicts Kings vs. Knicks: Who Takes Round 2 in Tight Eastern Conference Race? (April 4th)
The NBA playoff race intensifies as the Kings (8th in the West) visit the Knicks (5th in the East) tonight. Can Sacramento steal a road win?
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Hot Kings: Riding a 2-game win streak, Sacramento boasts a strong record against the West (29-19) and excels on the road (21-16).
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Scoring Kings: Sacramento averages a high 232.9 ppg, facing a lower total (215.5).
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Favorable Knicks: New York dominates as favorites (32-10) and boasts a 4-game home ATS win streak.
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Knicks Bounce Back?: After a loss, can the Knicks cover the 3.5-point spread at home?
Tonight’s game promises an exciting East vs. West clash. Will the Kings continue their hot streak or will the Knicks bounce back with a home win?
Game Information
Sacramento Kings vs New York Knicks |
Location of the Game: Madison Square Garden, New York |
Date and Time: Thursday, April 4th 7:30 ET |
Reason: 2023-2024 NBA Regular Season |
How to watch: TNT |
AI Predictions and Sport Betting AI Picks
These are the NBA Computer Picks for tonight’s NBA Schedule game:
TEAM | RECORD | AI PICKS | Sport Betting AI PICKS | |||
Kings | 44-31 | 112 | 220 | SPREAD SAC +3.5 |
MONEYLINE SAC +137 |
TOTAL OVER 215.5 |
Knicks | 44-31 | 108 |
- AI Picks: Sacramento Kings 112 – New York Knicks 108
- Sport Betting AI Picks: ATS Kings +3.5 | ML Kings +137 | OVER 215.5
Kings vs Knicks Betting Odds
Next, we have the NBA odds for this NBA Matchup
Sacramento Kings Game Analysis
Scoring Powerhouse (On Offense):
- The Kings rank 9th in the NBA overall scoring (117.1 ppg).
- While their road scoring dips slightly (115.6 ppg, 11th), they still pack an offensive punch.
- They excel inside, ranking 7th in 2-point shooting (56%).
- Sacramento pushes the pace, ranking 12th in possessions per game (99.3).
- They’ve outscored opponents in 60% of their games!
Three-Point Woes (Defense Needs Improvement):
- While their defense has improved recently (7th in points allowed over last 5 games), overall they rank 19th according to NBA team stats (115.7 ppg allowed).
- Opposing teams have topped their season average scoring against the Kings in over half their games (54.7%).
- Their biggest defensive weakness: the three-point line. They rank 20th in the league for opponent 3-point shooting percentage allowed (39.0%) and a dismal 27th over their last five games.
Injuries:
- Keep an eye on key scorers Malik Monk (knee) and Kevin Huerter (shoulder) who are out for tonight’s game.
New York Knicks Game Analysis
Defense Wins Games (Elite on D):
- The Knicks are a defensive powerhouse, ranking 2nd in the NBA in points allowed per game (107.9).
- At home, they’ve been even stingier, giving up a league-best 104.8 points per game!
- They struggle with blocks (29th in the league) but limit free throws (5th fewest allowed).
- Over recent games, their defense has held strong, allowing only 110.4 points per game (12th best).
Slow and Steady Offense (Room for Improvement):
- The Knicks prioritize defense over scoring, ranking just 20th in overall points per game (112.4).
- At home, their scoring dips even lower (110.7 ppg, 25th in the league).
- While they crash the offensive boards (top rebounding team), their shooting efficiency lacks (18th in 3-pointers, 24th in FG%).
- Jalen Brunson and RJ Barrett will need to carry the scoring load with injuries to key players to improve their NBA player stats
Injuries:
- Julius Randle, OG Anunoby, Josh Hart, and Mitchell Robinson are all banged up. Check their game status updates before tip-off according to NBA injuries
Sacramento Kings vs New York Knicks Head-to-Head
Over the last three Knicks vs Kings matchups, the Knicks have gone 2-1. Against the spread, the Knicks have fared well when favored vs. the Kings, going 3-0. In the last five head to head games between the Kings and Knicks, the average combined point total is 218 points per game. The over/under record in these matchups is 1-3-1.
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