Golden State Warriors vs. Sacramento Kings: Preview, Where to Watch and Betting Odds

The Golden State Warriors travel a short distance to face the Sacramento Kings in a high-stakes play-in game on Tuesday, April 16th, at the Golden 1 Arena in Sacramento, California. The winner advances to face either the Los Angeles Lakers or the New Orleans Pelicans for a shot at the playoffs, while the loser's season comes to a disappointing end. Despite being on the road, the Golden State Warriors are slight favorites ahead of the midweek clash. The pair met in the playoffs last year, with the Warriors making it in a best-of-seven.

Basketball: NBA Play-in Tournament

Where to Watch: ESPN

Venue: Golden 1 Arena, Sacramento, California

Date: 17.04.2024 05:00

Despite their championship pedigree, the Warriors haven't quite recaptured the magic of yesteryears. Injuries to Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson significantly impacted their regular season, forcing Draymond Green to shoulder much of the offensive burden. The return of a healthy Curry in the latter half of the season provided the much-needed spark, and the Warriors managed to secure a play-in spot with a late-season surge. The number ten seed in the Western Conference has everything to do to make the Playoffs. Their experience and championship pedigree, however, give them a slight edge.

We have a really good connection on this team, good chemistry, guys pulling for each other. So I've got a good feeling about what's ahead," Kerr said. "I think we still have a chance to do something special. Obviously, it's the NCAA Tournament, we've got to get out of the first weekend here, win the first two, and get to the first round, but we have a shot, so we're excited about that.

Steve Kerr (Golden State Warriors)

The Kings, led by the explosive scoring duo of De'Aaron Fox and Domantas Sabonis, surprised many with their strong regular season showing. They finished the season with a 46-36 record, their best in 16 years. Their offense ranked ninth in the league in points scored per game, propelled by Fox's electric speed and Sabonis' all-around game. The Kings secured their Play-In spot by finishing ninth in the Western Conference.

The Sacramento Kings are 2.12 underdogs on Betway, which prices the favorite at 1.62 odds. Under 230 is priced at 1.5 odds, with the over at 2.5 on 1XBET. The Warriors to win the first half is 1.71 on Bet365, with the Kings 2.20 to win the first half. Read more here.