Sacramento Kings @ Denver Nuggets Player Props, Picks and Predictions - January 23, 2025

We have your Sacramento Kings @ Denver Nuggets prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Kings visit the Nuggets at Ball Arena in Denver.

Sacramento Kings @ Denver Nuggets Pick

Best Moneyline Odds: Denver Nuggets -275 (BetRivers), Sacramento Kings +250 (Caesars)
Best Spread Odds: Kings +7.5 -110 (DraftKings), Nuggets -7.5 +100 (Caesars)
Best Total Odds: Over 242.5 -110 (BetMGM), Under 242.5 +100 (Caesars)

Game Info

Date: January 23, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM ET
Location: Ball Arena, Denver, Colorado
TV: NBCS-CA, ALT, KUSA

Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis

The Denver Nuggets and Sacramento Kings have faced off numerous times in recent years. In their most recent matchup on December 16, 2024, the Nuggets narrowly defeated the Kings 130-129 in Sacramento. Over the last 10 meetings, the Nuggets hold a slight edge with a 6-4 record. Notably, the Kings have shown resilience, winning three of the last five games against Denver, including a dominant 135-106 victory on February 10, 2024. Historically, games between these two teams tend to be high-scoring affairs, with both teams averaging over 115 points per game in their last 10 matchups.

Sacramento Kings @ Denver Nuggets Preview

Both teams enter this game on three-game winning streaks. The Kings, led by De'Aaron Fox (25.6 PPG) and Domantas Sabonis (20.9 PPG, 14.3 RPG), have been in excellent form, winning nine of their last 10 games. They are coming off a 123-117 victory over the Warriors, where DeMar DeRozan scored 32 points. The Nuggets, anchored by MVP candidate Nikola Jokic (30.1 PPG, 13.2 RPG, 9.9 APG), have also been dominant, winning eight of their last 10 games, including a 144-109 blowout against the 76ers. Jokic's playmaking and scoring have been pivotal, and he has a history of strong performances against the Kings.

Pick: Sacramento Kings +7.5

The Kings have been playing exceptional basketball, covering the spread in recent games and showing value as underdogs. While the Nuggets are formidable at home, the Kings' recent form and ability to keep games close make them a strong pick to cover the +7.5 spread. Final Score Prediction: Denver Nuggets 120, Sacramento Kings 117.

Top Player Prop Picks

1. Nikola Jokic Over 10.5 Assists

Jokic has recorded double-digit assists in seven of his last nine games, including 13 assists against the Kings earlier this season. At home, he averages 10.3 assists per game, making this a strong play.

2. Domantas Sabonis Over 13.5 Rebounds

Sabonis leads the league in rebounding with 14.3 RPG and has hit the over in six of his last seven games. He grabbed 14 rebounds in their last meeting with Denver and is a consistent force on the glass.

3. De'Aaron Fox Over 6.5 Assists

Fox has surpassed this mark in three of his last four games and averaged 11.3 assists against the Nuggets last season. Denver's struggles in defending playmakers further bolster this pick.