New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings 3/6/23 – On Saturday night, the New Orleans Pelicans made the journey to California to face off against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. The Pelicans have won three straight against the Kings, including a 136-104 triumph at home on February 5th. Despite missing several starters, New Orleans hit 56.5% of their shots and 53.8% of their three-point attempts while out rebuffing the Kings 48-38. New Orleans has lost five of their previous six games overall and are 1-4 in their last five away from home this season, boasting an 11-22 record away from their home court this season. On the other hand, Sacramento has won five of its last six games overall and is 3-1 at Golden 1 Center over the past four contests. Basketball betting sites are offering exciting picks on this thrilling game.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings
Date & Time: Monday, March 6, 2023 at 10:00 PM ET
Location: Golden 1 Center
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Betting Odds
Pelicans
Moneyline: +190
Spread: +6 (-116)
Total: 239 over (-110)
Kings
Moneyline: -250
Spread: -6 (-116)
Total: 239 under (-110)
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Analysis
The New Orleans Pelicans have dropped two of their last three games, including a 108-99 loss on the road against Golden State Warriors 34-30 SU on Friday. CJ McCollum led New Orleans with 25 points in the loss. New Orleans started strong, taking a 17 point lead into halftime but Golden State’s 51.3% shooting and rebounding advantage 43-29 proved too much for New Orleans in the end; they shot only 34.7% from the field and 34.5% from beyond the arc for success. New Orleans’ offense ranks 15th overall in points per game 115.1, 12th in shooting percentage 47.8% and 21st in three-point shooting. On defense, they rank 16th overall with 113.5% points allowed per game and 47.4% shooting percentage allowed; they are highly effective at defending three-point shots too – ranking 1st overall in NBA defense of this shot with 33.8% efficiency rate.
On Saturday night, the Sacramento Kings suffered their five-game win streak snapped at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves 34-32 SU 138-134. Kevin Huerter led Sacramento with 29 points in the loss. Though Sacramento shot well (55.1% from the field), the Minnesota Timberwolves made 60% of their shots and 51.3% of three-point attempts for an impressive victory. Sacramento’s offense ranks highly in several offensive categories, such as 1st in points per game 121.1 and 3rd shooting percentage 49.8%. They also rank 10th for three-point shooting accuracy. On the defensive side of things, Sacramento ranks 26th overall with points allowed per game 118.1 and 29th in NBA shooting percentage allowed 49.3%; they also rank 26th in three-point defense against opponents’ shots.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Against the Spread
New Orleans are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games. The total has gone UNDER in 6 of New Orleans’ last 7 games. New Orleans are 1-5 SU in their last 6 games. New Orleans are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games against Sacramento. New Orleans are 4-2 SU in their last 6 games against Sacramento. New Orleans are 2-10 SU in their last 12 games on the road.
Sacramento are 4-2 ATS in their last 6 games. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Sacramento’s last 6 games. Sacramento are 5-1 SU in their last 6 games. The total has gone OVER in 13 of Sacramento’s last 19 games against New Orleans. The total has gone OVER in 5 of Sacramento’s last 5 games at home. The total has gone OVER in 6 of Sacramento’s last 8 games when playing at home against New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Free Pick
Early this season, the Pelicans managed to defeat the Kings , but that game was played in Sacramento and recently the Kings have been playing well at their stadium. Meanwhile, the Pelicans have struggled on the road lately. Therefore, expect Sacramento to maintain control of this match as per NBA betting trends.
Free Pick: Sacramento Kings -6 (-116)
