Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings 3/21/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
On Tuesday, March 21, 2023, at 10:00 PM ET, the Boston Celtics will face off against the Sacramento Kings in NBA action at Golden 1 Center, CA. Despite holding the top spot for most of the season, the Celtics are now in third place in the Eastern Conference with only ten games remaining. Boston’s recent struggles without injured defensive captain Robert Williams III have resulted in a 5-5 record in their last ten games, while the two teams ahead of them, Milwaukee and Philadelphia, are playing their best basketball of the season. Boston’s loss to Utah 118-117 on Saturday was compounded by the absence of Williams, Al Horford, and Marcus Smart. Jaylen Brown led the Celtics with 25 points, while Grant Williams contributed 23 points and seven three-pointers. However, Williams’ driving layup attempt at the buzzer failed
To regain home-court advantage in a potential second-round playoff matchup against Philadelphia, Boston must win their remaining ten games. Boston is currently ranked fourth in the NBA for scoring but fifteenth for field goal percentage and ninth for three-point field goal percentage. Boston ranks ninth in opposing teams’ field goal percentage and eighth in points allowed on defense. Boston is also ranked ninth in the league for total rebounds but sixth in turnovers made and only 26th for turnovers forced.
- The Boston Celtics are 4-2 SU in their last 6 matches.
- The Celtics are 11-4 SU in their last 15 matches against Sacramento.
- The total went OVER in 4 of Boston’s last 6 matches on the road.
Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings 3/21/2023 Free Picks, Odds and Predictions
The Sacramento Kings have once again proven their worth as a top Western Conference team this season, demonstrating their willingness to fight for respect even against elite clubs like Milwaukee. Following a fifth and final road game against Utah on Monday night, the Kings will face the Boston Celtics on Tuesday in the second game of a back-to-back. Despite some recent struggles, the Kings have been on a seven-game win streak away from home, including a 132-118 victory over Washington on Saturday, thanks in part to forward Domantas Sabonis’ impressive performance of 30 points, 9 rebounds, and 9 assists.
Heading towards the end of the season, the Kings are tied for second place with Memphis. With potential playoff matchups against strong teams like Dallas and Golden State, the Kings are likely to be the underdogs in the first round. Despite leading the league in points scored, the Kings are lacking defensively, ranking only 27th in defense against scoring, 25th in 3-point defense, and 29th in opponents’ field goal percentage. The Kings are also ranked 23rd in total rebounding, 16th in forced turnovers, and 15th in turnovers committed per game.
- The total stayed UNDER in 5 of Sacramento’s last 7 matches with the Celtics.
- The total went OVER in 6 of Sacramento’s last 8 games at home.
- The Kings are 7-3 SU in their last 10 games at home against Boston.
Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings. The NBA pick for this game is the Boston Celtics. Although both teams have been performing well, the Kings are not a good matchup for Boston due to their lack of defensively strong wings. In their earlier matchup this season, Boston defeated Sacramento 122-104 with Brown and Tatum combining for 55 points. The Kings’ offense is likely to be hindered by Boston’s more effective defense, and the return of Williams would only strengthen Boston’s edge. Despite playing in the second game of a back-to-back, the Kings have a decent record in such games. Boston is expected to win, with a predicted score of 122-116.
NBA Starting Time: 10:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Golden 1 Center, CA
Date: Tuesday, March 21, 2023
TV: NBAt
NBA Odds: Boston Celtics -4.5
NBA Totals: 238.5
