Kings vs Lakers

2022 - 12 - 22

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Lakers vs. Kings odds, line: 2022 NBA picks, Dec. 21 predictions ... (CBSSports.com)

Tip-off is set for 10 p.m. ET at the Golden 1 Center, where Sacramento is 8-5 this season. Sacramento is favored by 6 points in the latest Kings vs. Lakers odds ...

[Charlotte Hornets](https://www.cbssports.com/nba/teams/CHA/charlotte-hornets/). He is questionable for tonight, and if he is unable to play on Wednesday, [Kendrick Nunn](/nba/players/2104256/kendrick-nunn/) will likely get his minutes and is coming off a 17-point showing against the Suns. Lakers](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/game-forecast/NBA_20221221_LAL@SAC/). [LeBron James](/nba/players/400553/lebron-james/) missed the game to rest a nagging ankle injury, but he is expected back on Wednesday. Point guard [De'Aaron Fox](/nba/players/2355019/deaaron-fox/) scored 37 points against the Hornets on Monday and should be looking for another big night against the Lakers, who he dropped 32 on in November. The model has simulated Lakers vs. The model enters Week 10 of the 2022-23 NBA season on a stunning 28-12 roll on all top-rated [NBA picks](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/picks/) this season, returning almost $1,400. You can [head to SportsLine to see its picks](https://www.sportsline.com/insiders/kings-vs-lakers-odds-line-spread-proven-model-reveals-nba-picks-predictions-for-dec-21-2022/#ttag=12212022_agg_cbssports_picks_basketball_nba_model_lalsacnbaauto). Here are several [NBA betting lines](https://www.sportsline.com/nba/odds) for Lakers vs. They should be launching shots from downtown on Wednesday, as the Lakers have allowed opponents to hit 37.5% of their threes over their last three matchups, and watched the [Anthony Davis](/nba/players/1992786/anthony-davis/) will remain out for the Lakers after he's missed the last two games with a foot injury. Lakers odds from Caesars Sportsbook, and the over/under is set at 240.

LA Lakers vs Sacramento Kings: Prediction, Starting Lineups, Odds ... (Lineups)

If you would have told me the Sacramento Kings would have been comfortably over 0.500 at this point of the season, I would have laughed at you. Well look.

[Keegan Murray](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/keegan-murray) [Harrison Barnes](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/harrison-barnes) [Kevin Huerter](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/kevin-huerter) [De’Aaron Fox](https://www.lineups.com/nba/player-stats/deaaron-fox) Losing Davis hurts, as Davis allows the defense to stretch out while anchoring him down low and securing boards, but they can recoup his loss by crashing the boards and limiting second chance opportunities. Speaking of Fox, this team lives and dies by his production. While the King’s defense has lacked, it has been their offense that has carried the torch for their success. If the Kings can get Westbrook into forcing low quality shots at the rim and securing defensive rebounds, this severely limits the Lakers scoring opportunities throughout the course of the game while the Kings slowly build on a lead. This script should be no different and potentially allow the Kings to shift their focus more on LeBron’s scoring output. Even though defense is expected to be weak on both ends, I’m taking the under as this number has simply climbed way too high. This will be an intriguing matchup as the Lakers sudden success was off the back of Anthony Davis who was the most dominant player in the NBA over the past few weeks, but he is now sidelined with an injury. If you would have told me the Sacramento Kings would have been comfortably over 0.500 at this point of the season, I would have laughed at you.

NBA Odds: Lakers-Kings prediction, odds and pick - 12/21/2022 (ClutchPoints)

The Kings host the Lakers for a battle in Sacramento! It's time to continue our NBA odds series with a Lakers-Kings prediction and pick.

The Kings are the No. It’s a decent-size spread but I expect the Kings to light up the Lakers at home tonight. LA is back at the very bottom as they are last in the division and 12th in the West. They are (16-13) on the year which has them 3rd in the division and 6th in the conference. the Lakers … The Lakers …

NBA picks: Lakers vs. Kings prediction, odds, over/under, spread ... (DraftKings Nation)

We go over some of the best betting options for Wednesday's matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Sacramento Kings.

That will likely be eight in a row after Wednesday night, as the Kings know how to score in bunches. That was evident in a 130-104 defeat against the That has been the theme of recent Lakers’ games, even prior to Davis’s injury. In fact, the Lakers have gone over 230 total points in seven straight games. Anthony Davis is still out for the Lakers while Russell Westbrook is questionable for Wednesday’s contest. The Kings are going to put up a ton of points in this game.

Lakers Vs. Kings Preview: LeBron James Returns While Russell ... (LakersNation.com)

The Los Angeles Lakers face the Sacramento Kings with LeBron James back while Russell Westbrook, Austin Reaves and Anthony Davis remain out.

The Lakers are slightly above the worst 3-point shooting team in the NBA with 32.8% per game. It’s the best way to watch player interviews, exclusive coverage from events, participate in live shows, and more! Thomas Bryant should get the initial assignment to start the game. The Lakers are coming off a blowout loss to the Phoenix Suns on Monday. Davis though could be [out at least a month](https://lakersnation.com/lakers-rumors-anthony-davis-to-miss-at-least-one-month-with-right-foot-injury/2022/12/18/) after playing some of the best basketball of his career. He had 21 points, 10 rebounds and six rebounds in the first meeting. Russell Westbrook is also out with left foot soreness while Austin Reaves and Juan Toscano-Anderson are both missing the contest because of ankle sprains. The Kings are coming off a home loss to the Charlotte Hornets. The Lakers are 0-6 in division games this year with a 12.5 loss margin. 11 to push the Lakers’ record to 2-10. However, James is playing on Wednesday night after missing the last game because of left ankle soreness. LeBron James missed the game due to a groin injury.

Lakers vs. Kings - NBA Game Recap - December 21, 2022 | ESPN (ESPN)

Visit ESPN for the game recap of the Los Angeles Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings NBA basketball game on December 21, 2022.

Sacramento, which lost its first game back home to Charlotte on Monday after a six-game trip, is in the midst of a six-game homestand to close out 2022. [Keegan Murray](http://www.espn.com/nba/player/_/id/4594327/keegan-murray) matched his career high with 23 points. “I'm going to show up to work and be ready to go,” James said. After an 0-4 start to the season, Sacramento has won 17 of 26. Fox was ejected with 3:09 left in the game after receiving two technical fouls. “He’s been rebounding the crap out of the ball,” Kings coach Mike Brown said.