Sacramento (38-40) at Detroit (43-35)
- When: Apr 7 2025, 7:00 PM
- Where: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI, USA
- TV: NBCS-CA
NBA Betting Preview: Sacramento Kings vs. Detroit Pistons
Spread: Detroit -7 | Total: 230.5
Sacramento Kings Betting Outlook
The Kings (38-40) are riding a wave of momentum after back-to-back road wins, including a statement 120-113 upset over the East-leading Cleveland Cavaliers on Sunday. Sacramento’s offense was on fire, shooting nearly 54% from the floor and knocking down 14 triples at a 42% clip.
DeMar DeRozan remains in elite form, putting up 28 points and continuing his streak of 21+ points in six straight games. Zach LaVine stole the spotlight against Cleveland with 37 points, while Domantas Sabonis added 27 points and nine boards. With Keegan Murray and Jake LaRavia sidelined, veteran Trey Lyles logged 40 minutes and brought a physical presence on defense that earned him the game ball from the coaching staff.
Despite playing on the second night of a back-to-back and wrapping up a six-game road trip, Sacramento is looking to settle the score after a one-point loss to Detroit back in December. Expect DeRozan and Sabonis to shoulder the offensive load again, and LaVine could be a solid target for player point props after Sunday’s performance.
Prop Picks:
DeMar DeRozan Over 22.5 Points
Domantas Sabonis Over 12.5 Rebounds
Zach LaVine Over 20.5 Points
Prediction: Kings cover the +7 spread in a close game, possibly winning outright in an upset.
Detroit Pistons Betting Outlook
The Pistons (43-35) have already clinched a top-six seed in the East, a milestone they haven’t reached since 2008. That said, they’re looking to bounce back from a disappointing 109-103 loss to Memphis over the weekend.
The good news? Cade Cunningham is back. After missing six games, the Pistons’ star returned with 25 points and nine rebounds in just 28 minutes. He’s trending up and could be a key factor in tonight’s game. Ausar Thompson added 18 points and 11 rebounds, showing his versatility on both ends.
Isaiah Stewart also returned from a suspension and contributed 16 points and eight boards. However, Detroit could be shorthanded again with Tobias Harris and Jalen Duren both listed as questionable. That leaves a heavy load on Cunningham, Thompson, and Stewart to produce.
With Detroit playing its third game in four nights, fatigue could be a factor. Still, their defense is respectable, and they’ll aim to wear down a Kings squad that’s on the back end of a road trip.
Prop Picks:
Cade Cunningham Over 26.5 Points
Ausar Thompson Over 6.5 Rebounds
Isaiah Stewart Over 1.5 Assists
Prediction: Pistons win but don’t cover. Sacramento keeps it close in a potential high-scoring battle.
Final Score Prediction:
Detroit 117, Sacramento 114
Best Bet: Kings +7
Lean Over 230.5
DeRozan and Cunningham both hit scoring overs
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
