Grizzlies vs. Kings Picks & Best Bets 3rd Jan 2025: NBA Prediction, Betting Odds, Player Props & Trends
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The Sacramento Kings will host the Memphis Grizzlies in NBA action on Friday at Golden 1 Center, tipping off at 10:00 p.m. ET.
The Kings will be led by De'Aaron Fox, DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis, while the Grizzlies have Jaren Jackson, Desmond Bane and Jaylen Wells.
We performed 10,000 simulations of Friday's NBA matchup using state-of-the-art AI technology to identify the best Grizzlies vs. Kings bets, player props and predictions.
Our predictions show that the Kings will likely win with a projected final score of 121-118.
To maximize the value of predictions like this, we continually source the best odds for each market. This means that the sportsbooks listed below are currently offering the highest payouts for the plays identified.
Our Grizzlies vs. Kings Betting Picks & Predictions
Today's Grizzlies vs. Kings picks combine the power of AI, stats and analytics to generate NBA predictions that are free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.
Grizzlies vs. Kings Game Information
- Game Date: Friday, January 3rd, 2025
- Game Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Golden 1 Center
- Spread: Grizzlies +3.5 / Kings -3.5
- Moneyline: Grizzlies +135 / Kings -154
- Scoring Total: Over/Under 242.5 Points (-110/-110)
Kings -3.5 @ -105 via BetMGM
- According to our simulations, the Kings have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the Grizzlies have a probability of 48%.
- BetMGM offers the best odds for this bet at -105.
Total Points Under 242.5 @ -110 via BetMGM
- The over/under for total points scored is set at 242.5, with BetMGM offering the best odds for the under at -110.
- Our analysis shows a 54% likelihood of the 242.5-point total staying under, providing an edge of 1.3%.
Grizzlies vs. Kings Moneyline Odds
The sportsbooks have released the moneyline odds for this matchup, with the Memphis Grizzlies at +135 via BetMGM, whilst the Sacramento Kings are available at -154 with FanDuel Sportsbook.
According to the model, the Kings are favored to win this game, with our projections giving them a 62% chance of coming out on top.
Additionally, the Kings present the best betting value, with the odds of -154 available at FanDuel Sportsbook for an edge of 1.3%.
Our Player Prop Picks for Grizzlies vs. Kings
Here are the projected points, rebounds, assists and 3-pointers made by each team's leading players. We use these projections alongside odds and lines from sportsbooks to generate NBA player props for Friday's Grizzlies vs. Kings matchup.
Memphis Grizzlies Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
Jaren Jackson | 22 | 7 | 3 | 2 |
Desmond Bane | 22 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
Jaylen Wells | 12 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
Zach Edey | 11 | 10 | 1 | 1 |
Scotty Pippen | 11 | 3 | 5 | 1 |
Luke Kennard Over 2.5 3-Pointers (+120)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Luke Kennard Over 2.5 3-Pointers | DraftKings Sportsbook | Get Offer | +120 |
- Our top prop bet for the Grizzlies is on Luke Kennard to record over 2.5 made threes.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 3 three-pointers, giving us an edge of 5.5% on the +120 odds offered by DraftKings.
Sacramento Kings Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
De'Aaron Fox | 26 | 5 | 6 | 3 |
DeMar DeRozan | 21 | 4 | 5 | 1 |
Domantas Sabonis | 21 | 14 | 9 | 1 |
Malik Monk | 18 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
Trey Lyles | 11 | 6 | 2 | 2 |
De'Aaron Fox Over 2.5 3-Pointers (+150)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
De'Aaron Fox Over 2.5 3-Pointers | FanDuel Sportsbook | Get Offer | +150 |
- Our best prop bet for the Kings is on De'Aaron Fox to record over 2.5 made threes.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 3 three-pointers, giving us an edge of 15.4% on the +150 odds offered by FanDuel.
These NBA player props today are based purely on advanced modeling techniques that factor in variables including but not limited to past form and opponent trends, meaning you can trust that there is no bias that comes into play.
Grizzlies vs. Kings Betting Trends
In addition to our NBA prop picks, we have compiled the best Grizzlies vs. Kings trends to enhance your research and betting strategy for this matchup.
Zach Edey Over 0.5 Total Blocks
Zach Edey has recorded at least one block in 10 of his last 11 games (91% success rate). You can bet on him to do it again at odds of -240 (71% implied probability), available at Bet365.
Desmond Bane Over 6.5 Total Assists
Desmond Bane has had more than 6.5 assists in 8 of his last 11 appearances (73%). You can make a bet that he'll record over 6.5 assists again at odds of +120 (45%), available at DraftKings.
Zach Edey Over 11.5 Points Scored
Zach Edey has scored more than 11.5 points in 7 of his last 11 games (64%). You can wager on him to record over 11.5 points again at odds of +100 (50%), again available at DraftKings.
Conclusion
At BettingOdds.com, we're backing De'Aaron Fox of the Kings to knock down over 2.5 three-pointers, with a projection of 3 made threes marking this as our top prop bet of the game. Additionally, we are placing a bet on the Kings -3.5 to cover.
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