Sacramento Kings vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/23
The Sacramento Kings will take on the Cleveland Cavaliers in the middle of the NBA regular season. The game will be held at Rocket Arena on Friday, January 23, 2026, at 7:30 PM. Fans can watch the game on NBCS.
The Kings, led by head coach Doug Christie, have a record of 12-33. They are currently 14th in the Western Conference and have lost their last three games. On the other hand, the Cavaliers, coached by Kenny Atkinson, hold a 25-20 record. They are ranked 6th in the Eastern Conference and have a one-game winning streak.
Kings vs Cavaliers Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Sacramento Kings vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Venue: Rocket Arena
- Date: Friday, January 23, 2026
- Betting Odds: Kings Spread +11.5 (-109), Cavaliers Spread -11.5 (-112), Kings MoneyLine +447, Cavaliers MoneyLine -592, Over/Under 233.5
Sacramento Kings Team Preview
The Sacramento Kings have been on a tough stretch recently, losing their last three games. In their game against the Raptors, they fell 122-109. Russell Westbrook led the team with 23 points, but it was not enough to secure a win.
On the season, the Kings are scoring 110.7 points per game, ranking them 28th in the league. They have struggled with shooting beyond the arc, making only 10.6 three-pointers per game, the lowest in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 46.7%, which is 17th overall.
Key players like Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan are crucial for the Kings. LaVine is averaging 19.8 points per game, while DeRozan adds 18.8 points. The team will miss Keegan Murray, who is out with an ankle injury, affecting their depth in the forward position.
Cleveland Cavaliers Team Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers recently played three games with mixed results. They secured a win against the Charlotte Hornets, 94-87, with Evan Mobley contributing 14 points and 14 rebounds. However, the Cavaliers faced a tough defeat at home against the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing 136-104.
The Cavaliers have been strong offensively this season. They rank 6th in points per game, scoring 119.1. They also make 14.8 three-pointers per game, placing them 5th in the league. Defensively, the Cavaliers allow 117.1 points per game, ranking them 21st.
Donovan Mitchell leads the Cavaliers with 28.9 points per game. Evan Mobley is also a key player, averaging 17.7 points and 8.7 rebounds. The team is currently dealing with several injuries, including Darius Garland, who is out with a toe sprain.
BTB Betting Pick
The Cavaliers are favored by 11.5 points against the Kings. With their strong offensive stats, scoring 119.1 points per game, they have a good chance to cover the spread. The Kings allow 120.7 points per game, which could make it difficult for them to keep the game close. The projected score is Cavaliers 122, Kings 110. Take the Cavaliers to cover the -11.5 spread.
The total for the game is set at 233.5 points. Both teams have high-scoring offenses, with the Cavaliers at 119.1 and the Kings allowing 120.7 points per game. However, the Kings struggle offensively, ranking 28th in points per game. This could lead to a lower combined score. The projected total is 232 points. Consider betting on the Under 233.5.