Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/1

The Boston Celtics will visit the Sacramento Kings at the Golden 1 Center. This game is set for Thursday, January 1, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBCS.

The Celtics enter the game with a 20-12 record, holding a win in their last game against the Utah Jazz. They are ranked third in the Eastern Conference. The Kings, on the other hand, have an 8-25 record and are currently on a two-game losing streak, sitting at 14th in the Western Conference.

Celtics vs Kings Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Boston Celtics vs. Sacramento Kings
• Venue: Golden 1 Center
• Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
• Betting Odds: Celtics Spread: -9.5 (-110), Kings Spread: +9.5 (-113), Celtics MoneyLine: -402, Kings MoneyLine: +314, Over/Under: 227.5

Boston Celtics Team Preview

The Boston Celtics have been on a rollercoaster ride in their recent games. They secured a win against the Utah Jazz with a score of 129-119. However, they fell short against the Portland Trail Blazers, losing 114-108.

Jaylen Brown has been the standout player for the Celtics. He averaged 29.5 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game. Derrick White and Payton Pritchard have also contributed, providing valuable support on both ends of the court.

The Celtics have shown strength in their defensive stats this season. They allow only 110.8 points per game, which ranks them second in the league. They also excel at limiting opponents’ field goal attempts, holding them to 44.9% shooting.

Sacramento Kings Team Preview

The Sacramento Kings are coming off a tough stretch of games. They recently faced the Los Angeles Clippers, losing 131-90. In that game, Maxime Raynaud stood out with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

Offensively, the Kings are averaging 111.0 points per game, placing them 28th in the league. They have been strong in possessions per game, ranking 5th. However, their shooting struggles are evident, as they rank 20th in field goal percentage at 46.1%.

On the injury front, the Kings are without two key players. Zach LaVine is out with a left ankle sprain and will miss at least a week. Domantas Sabonis is also sidelined due to a knee injury and will be re-evaluated in four-to-five weeks.

BTB Betting Pick

The Boston Celtics are favored by 9.5 points against the Sacramento Kings. The Celtics have a strong defense, allowing only 110.8 points per game. Meanwhile, the Kings struggle offensively, averaging just 111.0 points per game. Given these stats, picking the Celtics to cover the spread at -9.5 (-110) seems reasonable. A projected score could be Celtics 120, Kings 108.

The over/under for this game is set at 227.5. The Celtics’ defense limits opponents’ scoring, and the Kings’ offense ranks low in the league. However, the Kings’ defense allows 122.3 points per game, which is high. Considering these factors, the under 227.5 (-112) is a suitable choice. The total projected score is around 228 points, but the under remains a safer pick due to the Celtics’ defensive capabilities.