Sacramento Kings (46-36) vs. New Orleans Pelicans (49-33)
Sacramento Kings vs. New Orleans Pelicans 4/19/24 – As the NBA gears up for an exciting Play-In Tournament, the match-up between the Sacramento Kings and the New Orleans Pelicans promises basketball enthusiasts a thrilling encounter. Scheduled for Friday, April 19, 2024, at the Smoothie King Center, the Kings look to challenge the Pelicans right in their den. While the Kings hold a respectable 46-36 standing, the Pelicans have a slightly better grip this season with a 49-33 record. This game not only positions itself as a high-stakes basketball showdown but also as a venue for some premium top picks for bettors and fans alike.
The Sacramento Kings’ offense has been terrific this season with a 116.6 score per game on average. Their expertise is manifested in their playmaking with an average of 14.4 3-points field goals made per game and an average 3-pointers shooting efficiency of 36.6%. Along with its most frightening offense, this team has a 28.3-assist-per-game-average distribution, as well. Although the offense is great for the kings team now, the recent form proved some of the vulnerability, as the kings lost four out of past five games. It then raises a possible problem when they approach the showdown against another sports team in the playoffs.
On the contrary, the New Orleans Pelicans have demonstrated a better shooting efficiency with 48.6 field goal percentage and are very consistent on the defensive end, evident with their defense record throughout this season. While the total score at 115.1 points per game has a slight lag behind the Kings, the Pelicans are the real victors with a 77.1% free throw percentage. The Pelicans as well have an outstanding recent matchups record with a winning percentage of 80% compared to the Kings, who have won only one of their last five games, which could bring them a psychological advantage.
Sacramento Kings vs. New Orleans Pelicans 4/19/24 Game Info
| When: | Friday, April 19, 2024 at 9:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Smoothie King Center |
| TV: | TNT |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
De’Aaron Fox (PG) vs. Brandon Ingram (SF)
De’ Aaron Fox, the high-performing point guard for the Kings’ team, is again flashing his top average of 26.6 points and 5.6 assists per game. The fearless shooting and quick pace are his features that can give the ultimate victory to Sacramento. But, on his part, he can be careless under pressure, which leads to 2.6 turnovers per game. This might be a disadvantage against the team, which defends well, provided by the Pelicans.
On one hand, Brandon Ingram of the Pelicans, maneuvering as a small forward, has played an integral part by chipping in 20.8 points and 5.7 assists per game. With the Pelicans, Ingram’s overall performance and the picture of his assist/turnover ratio proves more effective than Fox at giving the team a balanced offense and defense. His mobility at both ends will be savage in neutralizing the offensive threats from Sacramento.
The meet up between Fox and Ingram will certainly become one of the focal points of the match. Both players deliver specific skills to their respective teams and their playing could shape up the pace and even the potential result of the entire game.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: New Orleans Pelicans -127, Total Odds: 219
The current betting odds slightly favor the New Orleans Pelicans, reflective of their better recent form and home-court advantage. The narrow point spread indicates expectations of a closely contested battle, making the betting scene as exciting as the game itself.
Sacramento Kings Betting Trends
Although the Kings’ impressive record provides proof of the team’s performance across the season, the most recent statistics unveil a decline in their performance, spotted mostly in dramatic situations. The fact their pental past five years is 1-4 leads to concern about their performance under play-off pressure. However, their road games betting experience, ATS being 27-14, indicates resilience in away games.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Trends
The Pelicans, however, have the upper hand in the ATS with the record of 4-1 in their previous games and producing a home product against the spread (23-17). These figures allow us to understand how the team maintains the momentum during the match and also consistently proves itself in regards to betting expectations.
Sacramento Kings vs. New Orleans Pelicans 4/19/24 Betting Picks
The numbers show that the Pelicans look like the safer choice mostly because of their winning streak and home advantage being on their side right now. The long-bow Kings will have to utilize their 3-point shooting which they rank high in and the assists per game to frustrate and disrupt the Pelicans’ rhythm.
As bettors seeking prop bets can major on player performances like points racked up by De’Aaron Fox or assists produced by Brandon Ingram, more room for making extra bets will be created. For the point spread take into consideration both teams’ defensive and offensive potentials alongside the past games and bigger totals, going for over might be the way to go. Enjoy this clash with the added benefit of Play-In Tournament NBA free analysis to guide your viewing and betting experience.
Free Pick and Prediction: New Orleans Pelicans 114, Sacramento Kings 109.