For the first time in 17 years, the Sacramento Kings are in the NBA Playoffs. But Sacramento’s first-round opponent is not easy. Since 2015 the Golden State Warriors have won four NBA championships. Also, they made the NBA Finals on two other occasions in that span. Golden State had a disappointing NBA betting performance in the regular season. But the Warriors can turn it on and off as few other teams. And the defending NBA champions won’t go down easy. Especially with Steph Curry in their lineup. Sacramento is getting a lesson on the difference of playoff basketball.
2023 NBA Playoffs First Round Series Golden State Warriors vs. Sacramento Kings
| Date and Time: | Wednesday, April 26, 2023, 10 P.M. ET. |
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| Location: | Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, CA. |
| TV Coverage: | TNT |
| Team | Spread | Total | ML | |
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| Warriors | -4 (-110) | 232½ (-110) | -170 |  |
| Kings | +4 (-110) | 232½ (-110) | +145 | |
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Warriors vs. Kings SBG Odds Overview
On this occasion, gamblers are getting one of the board’s most respected and popular teams. As was previously noted, the Warriors have forged a modern NBA dynasty. With that comes sportsbook board cache. Naturally, the casual sector will be in full support of the Warriors. On the other hand, Wise Guys will look hard at the Kings. Sacramento is the higher seed at an underdog price.
Kings vs. Warriors Series Schedule
All times listed are Eastern. (* – if necessary)
- Game 1: Kings 126, Warriors 123
- Game 2: Kings 114, Warriors 106
- Game 3: Warriors 114, Kings 97
- Game 4: Warriors 126, Kings 125
- Game 5: Wednesday at Sacramento, 10 p.m. ET (TNT)
- Game 6: Friday at Golden State
- Game 7*: Sunday at Sacramento
Golden Warriors Team Overview
The Golden State Warriors finished 44-38 straight up, 39-41-2 against the spread, and 44-34-4 over/under the total. Late on, Golden State has covered one out of their last four games. While the Warriors have gone under the NBA betting
total in two of its previous five matchups.
Golden State has NBA metrics of 2nd for scoring offense, 12th for field goal percentage, 2nd for 3-point field goal percentage, 9th for free throw percentage, and 8th for offensive rebounding. In comparison on defense, the Warriors have NBA metrics of 21st for scoring defense, 9th for field goal percentage permitted, 18th for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 15th for defensive rebounding.
First among Golden State scorers is Stephen Curry, with 31.5 points per game. Klay Thompson is averaging 20.3 points per outing. And then Andrew Wiggins adds 19.3 points and 5.8 rebounds per contest.
Sacramento Kings Team Overview
The Sacramento Kings finished 48-34 straight up, 45-36-1 against the spread, and 40-40-2 over/under the total. Late on, Sacramento has covered three out of their last four games. In contrast, the Kings have gone under the total in six of its previous eight matchups.
Sacramento has NBA metrics of 1st for scoring offense, 2nd for field goal percentage, 9th for 3-point field goal percentage, 12th for free throw percentage, and 20th for offensive rebounding. In comparison on defense, the Kings have NBA metrics of 25th for scoring defense, 29th for field goal percentage permitted, 26th for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 9th for defensive rebounding.
First among Sacramento scorers is De’Aaron Fox, with 31.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, and 7.0 assists per game. At the same time, Domantas Sabonis adds 16.3 points and 12.0 rebounds per contest.
Warriors vs. Kings at SBG Free Pick
In this situation, Sacramento is a contrarian bet with much more potential upside on value.
Warriors vs. Kings SBG Best Bet: Sacramento Kings.