Rockets vs. Kings Prediction: Sacramento Predicted to Win Thursday's NBA Game [1/16/2025]

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Our expert prediction for Thursday's Houston Rockets vs Sacramento Kings matchup.

Houston Rockets-Sacramento Kings Predictions and Game Preview.
Golden 1 Center sets the stage for the NBA matchup between the Houston Rockets and Sacramento Kings this Thursday.

The Sacramento Kings will face the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Golden 1 Center on Thursday, starting at 10:00PM ET.

Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven NBA model (see Dimers Pro for full access) predicts the Kings as the most likely winner of today's game.

"Using the latest data, our experts simulated Thursday's Houston-Sacramento game 10,000 times," said Damien Souness from Dimers.

"Taking into account recent updates and various additional inputs, we forecast the Kings with a win probability of 66% and the Rockets with 34%."

For expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including the predicted score, best bets and an expanded look at the predicted final score, visit our interactive Rockets vs. Kings predictions page.

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Rockets vs. Kings Game-Day Updates and Essential Details

Thursday's action between the Kings and Rockets at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00PM ET.

Dimers.com's in-depth preview of Thursday's Rockets vs. Kings matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Houston vs. Sacramento picks, be sure to check out the latest NBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

Rockets vs. Kings Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread?

Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's NBA matchup between the Rockets and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Kings a 66% chance of defeating the Rockets. Our predicted final score has the Kings winning 115-110.

According to our model, the Kings (-3.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 227.5-point over/under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

Pre-Game Probabilities
Last Updated: 2:08AM, Jan 17
Spread
Over / Under
Moneyline
Rockets
Kings -3.5
46%
54%
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Kings
Rockets HOU
Kings -3.5
46%
54%
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Rockets vs. Kings Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type Rockets Kings
Spread +3.5 (-112) -3.5 (-108)
Moneyline +138 -142
Total o227.5 (-110) u227.5 (-110)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Rockets vs. Kings Picks

Our model's strongest edge in today's Rockets vs. Kings matchup is on the moneyline.

Our expert predictions, aligned with the best odds, reveal the best NBA picks for every game throughout the season.

Unlimited access to our full set of picks, including this one, is available via Dimers Pro.

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Conclusion

We predict the Kings, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Rockets on Thursday.

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Jason Bevilacqua
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.

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