The Sacramento Kings are set to visit the San Antonio Spurs at Frost Bank Center. The Kings are looking to secure their first win of the season, having started with a 0-3 record. Their head coach, Doug Christie, will lead them in this Western Conference game.
The San Antonio Spurs have a 1-2 record at the start of the season. They are coming off a win against the Dallas Mavericks. Head coach Mitch Johnson aims to guide his team to another victory in front of their home crowd.
This game will be broadcast on NBCS at 8:00 PM. The Spurs are considered the favorites, with a moneyline of -1826, while the Kings have a moneyline of +926. The point spread favors the Spurs at -18.5.
Spurs vs Kings At a Glance
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
- Game Date & Time: Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 8:00 PM
- TV Channel: NBCS
- Kings Record: 0-3 this season
- Spurs Record: 1-2 this season
- Game Odds: Spurs favored with a spread of -18.5
San Antonio Spurs: A Look Ahead at the Upcoming Game
Offensive Overview
The San Antonio Spurs are scoring 112.0 points per game, placing them 19th in the league. They attempt 93.7 field goals per game, ranking 5th, but their shooting percentage is 44.1%. Their three-point shooting stands at 31.9%, which is 20th in the NBA.
The Spurs excel in possessions per game with 100.7, sitting at 10th place. They struggle at the free-throw line, making 17.0 per game, ranking 24th. Their effective field goal percentage is 50.5%, which is 20th in the league.
Defensive Insights
Defensively, the Spurs allow 112.0 points per game, ranking 14th. They face 87.0 field goal attempts per game from opponents, which is 11th. Opponents shoot 48.3% against them, which is 27th in the league.
San Antonio allows 59.0 two-point attempts per game, ranking last. However, they rank 8th in two-point percentage allowed, at 51.4%. Their opponents make 41.7% of three-pointers, the highest in the league.
Key Players to Watch
Dylan Harper is a top scorer with 20.0 points per game, shooting 48.0% from the field. Victor Wembanyama also averages 20.0 points and leads with 11.0 rebounds per game. Stephon Castle contributes 19.3 points and 4.7 assists per game.
De'Aaron Fox adds 17.3 points and 8.3 assists per game. Devin Vassell is another important player with 9.3 points per game. Injuries include Tobias Harris and Jayden Quaintance, who are currently out.
Upcoming Schedule
The Spurs play the Sacramento Kings at home on October 27. Following that, they travel to face the Utah Jazz on October 28. They will then return home to play the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 31.
Betting Trends
- San Antonio is 1-2 straight up in their last three games.
- They are 1-2 against the spread in their last three games.
- The Spurs have not hit the over in their last three games.
- They are 1-1 straight up as favorites this season.
- The team is 0-1 straight up as underdogs this season.
Sacramento Kings: Seeking Redemption on the Road
Recent Performance
The Sacramento Kings have struggled at the start of the season, with a record of 0-3. Their recent games include losses to the Memphis Grizzlies, Portland Trail Blazers, and Los Angeles Clippers.
Offensively, the Kings average 109.3 points per game, ranking them 26th in the league. They are also facing challenges on defense, allowing 124 points per game, placing them 28th.
Key Players
Zach LaVine is leading the Kings with an impressive 29 points per game. He is shooting 49.2% from the field and 87% from the free-throw line.
Domantas Sabonis has been effective, contributing 18.7 points and 17.3 rebounds per game. His presence in the paint has been vital for the Kings.
Offensive Challenges
The Kings have been struggling with their three-point shooting. They rank last in both three-pointers made and attempted per game.
Their field goal percentage stands at 45.2%, which is 18th in the league. Improving their shooting efficiency will be key for their success.
Defensive Struggles
On the defensive end, the Kings have allowed opponents a 48% field goal percentage. Their opponents are also averaging 14.3 made three-pointers per game against them.
The team needs to improve their defense to prevent such high-scoring games from opponents.
Injury Concerns
The Kings are dealing with several injuries. Ben Simmons is out for the season with a torn Achilles, and Keegan Murray is also sidelined with an ankle injury.
Maxime Raynaud and Dylan Cardwell are also out, impacting the team's depth and rotation.
Upcoming Games
The Kings face the San Antonio Spurs next. They will be on the road at Frost Bank Center.
Following that, they have games against the New Orleans Pelicans and Memphis Grizzlies, both away matches.
Sacramento Kings Betting Trends
- The Kings have lost their last 3 games straight up.
- Against the spread, they are 1-2 in their last 3 games.
- The total has gone over in 1 of their last 3 games.
- As an underdog, the Kings are 0-3 straight up.
Spurs vs Kings Prediction: Kings +18.5
The Kings are struggling with a 0-3 start to the season. However, their spread of +18.5 presents a significant cushion. The Spurs have won their last game, but covering such a large spread might be challenging.
Despite their poor start, the Kings have some defensive stats that could help them keep the game close. They rank 1st in blocked shots per game. This could disrupt the Spurs' offensive flow.
The Spurs have a history of success against the Kings, winning the last three meetings by an average margin of 24.7 points. However, past performance does not always predict future results, especially with such a large spread.
Given the high spread and the potential for the Kings to improve, picking the Kings at +18.5 seems reasonable. The projected final score is Spurs 120 - Kings 105.
- Spurs vs Kings Prediction: Kings +18.5
- Spurs vs Kings Score: Spurs 120 - Kings 105
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