Sacramento Kings vs Phoenix Suns Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/22

The Sacramento Kings are set to begin their NBA regular season journey against the Phoenix Suns. The game takes place at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 10:00 PM. Both teams enter the season with fresh slates and look to kick off their campaigns with a win.

Under the guidance of head coach Doug Christie, the Kings come off a preseason with a 1-3 record. They managed a close win against the Los Angeles Lakers in their last preseason outing. On the other side, the Phoenix Suns, led by head coach Jordan Ott, finished their preseason with a 3-1 record. They are eager to maintain their momentum in front of their home crowd. Fans can catch the game live on NBCS.

Kings vs Suns Game Day Info

• Sport: NBA
• Teams: Sacramento Kings vs. Phoenix Suns
• Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
• Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2025
• Betting Odds: Kings Spread: -4.0 (-111), Suns Spread: +4.0 (-110), Kings MoneyLine: +149, Suns MoneyLine: -177, Over/Under: 228.5

Sacramento Kings Team Preview

The Sacramento Kings recently had a win against the Los Angeles Lakers. They won by one point with a score of 117-116. Dennis Schröder led the team with 25 points, while Keon Ellis contributed 20 points.

The Kings faced a setback against the Los Angeles Clippers, losing by 18 points. Domantas Sabonis had a strong performance with 15 points and 14 rebounds. Zach LaVine also added 13 points and six assists to the effort.

In their game against the Portland Trail Blazers, the Kings lost by just one point. Zach LaVine scored 19 points, making seven of his 11 shots. Domantas Sabonis struggled a bit in this game, scoring only eight points.

Phoenix Suns Team Preview

The Phoenix Suns recently won against the Los Angeles Lakers, scoring 113 points. Jared Butler led the team with 35 points, and he also added 7 rebounds and 9 assists. Khaman Maluach and Jordan Goodwin also contributed, scoring 17 and 24 points, respectively.

In a close game against the Brooklyn Nets, the Suns lost by 2 points. Devin Booker was the top performer with 18 points, while Oso Ighodaro and Grayson Allen added 12 and 9 points. The team shot 43.8% from the field in this game.

Devin Booker stands out in the regular season with 25.6 points per game. Jalen Green also averages 21.2 points, but he will miss the start of the season due to a hamstring injury. Grayson Allen is probable to play despite hip soreness, adding depth to the team’s lineup.

BTB Betting Pick

The Suns are the favorites with a spread of -4.0. With the Suns’ moneyline at -177, they are expected to win. The Kings, as the underdogs, have a spread of +4.0. Given the odds, picking the Suns to cover the spread seems reasonable. The projected score favors the Suns by 4 points, aligning with the current line.

The total for the game is set at 228.5. With no available stats for both teams, it’s tough to predict scoring trends. However, with a close spread and the odds slightly favoring the Suns, betting the under at 228.5 (-109) might be a safe choice. This accounts for a competitive game where defenses could play a significant role.