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Thunder vs Kings Tuesday Prediction | NBA Picks Today, Best Bets

John Canady

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are set for a conference showdown with the Sacramento Kings on Tuesday night. Oklahoma City enters this matchup riding a six-game winning streak as they gear up toward the postseason. Meanwhile, Sacramento is on the second night of a back-to-back, looking to snap its three-game losing streak at home. With the importance of each game down the stretch, expect both teams to put forth their best effort.

Thunder vs Kings

Arena: Golden 1 Center
Location: Sacramento, California
Where to Watch: TNT/truTV/Max
Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
Spread: Thunder -10 | Total: 231.5
Moneyline: Thunder -420 | Kings +330

Please be aware that betting odds may change after the publication of this article.

Thunder vs Kings Best Bet: Thunder -10

OKC has looked like a true championship contender this year, and as the regular season continues to unfold, Mark Daigneault’s squad continues to make statement after statement down the stretch. Meanwhile, the Kings are playing like a team that can’t wait for the offseason. Considering the two squads have played twice this season, and each game finished with a Thunder win by 20+ points, I’ll take the odds that Oklahoma City wins by double digits once again.

Thunder vs Kings Best Total Bet: Over 231.5

In each matchup between these two teams, the Thunder have finished with 130+ points. As a result of the blowouts, the Kings managed to reach 100+ points in garbage time of each game. Assuming this trend stays the same, give me the over on the 231.5 point set total with a final score of 132-107 as a realistic outcome.

Thunder Best Player Bet: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 3+ Threes Made +230

Arguably, the biggest reason for the Thunder’s success this season has been Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP-caliber play. The Kentucky product is averaging 32.8 points, 6.3 assists, and five rebounds per game while shooting an efficient 52.2% from field goal range and 37% from beyond the arc. Gilgeous-Alexander can score anywhere on the floor, but his improved shooting from three has made him even more of a nightmare to defend. I like the odds that SGA has another big shooting night on Tuesday.

Kings Best Player Bet: Zach LaVine 20+ Points Scored +106

Zach LaVine enters this matchup averaging 23.1 points per game up to this point. The athletic guard has been struggling as of late, but he’s the type of scorer who can explode for 30+ points on any given night, especially in a big matchup like tonight’s. With OKC likely to prioritize slowing down DeMar DeRozan, the Kings will need LaVine to step up offensively, which gives me confidence he can meet the 20-point mark.

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