Acuff supplies scoring during difficult start
Darius Acuff Jr. scored 25 points in Sacramento's first win at Dallas. That followed 38 points at Memphis and 34 points with 12 assists at New Orleans.
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Season record1–6Won last game
Against the spread2–5At the closing number
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Lakers at Kings
Tonightvs Lakers9:00 PM CT 10:00 PM ET
Kings +11.5Total 235Kings ML +400Kalshi Kings 18¢ at 5:17 AM CT Wed 11/4Lines at 5:18 AM CT
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Wed Nov 4 · 9:00 PM CT · 10:00 PM ET · released and locked
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Game-day research
Lakers at Kings preview: what our research says
Sacramento comes home at 1-6 after a 115-100 win at Dallas. The Kings are 0-2 at home and 1-4 on the road. That result followed a 105-136 loss at Memphis. Dallas was Sacramento's first victory of the season, with Darius Acuff Jr., Malik Monk and Zach LaVine leading the scoring.
Acuff has produced notable scoring games during the difficult start. He had 38 points at Memphis and 34 points with 12 assists at New Orleans before scoring 25 at Dallas. Monk supplied 24 and LaVine 23 in the win. Against New Orleans, Sacramento committed 25 turnovers and its reserves were outscored 41-8.
Doug Christie remains the coach. The reported organizational approach is to assess him with a healthier roster. Leaky Black scored 12 points and made four three-pointers at Dallas, while Nique Clifford played 3:29. Sacramento has exercised Clifford's third-year option, although his playing time remains limited.
Availability still affects the frontcourt. Murray and Raynaud remain out, and Achiuwa is probable with ankle soreness. Cardwell has been cleared after a calf strain; Simmons remains out following Achilles surgery. The projected starters pair Acuff and LaVine with De'Andre Hunter, Achiuwa and Domantas Sabonis against the visiting Lakers.
Season at time of writing
Sacramento is 1-6, with a 0-2 home record and a 1-4 road record. The Kings earned their first win by beating Dallas 115-100 after losing 105-136 at Memphis. Turnovers and reserve scoring hurt them in New Orleans, where they committed 25 turnovers and their bench was outscored 41-8.
The news
Black contributes as Clifford's minutes shrink
Leaky Black contributed 12 points and 4 steals at Dallas. Nique Clifford played 3:29, although Sacramento has exercised his third-year contract option.
Christie's evaluation remains tied to roster health
Doug Christie remains Sacramento's head coach. The reported organizational position is to assess him with a healthier roster, including Keegan Murray.
Roster moves reshape the supporting cast
Devin Carter moved to Boston in an offseason trade. Sacramento signed Sean Pedulla to a two-way contract on October 23, after converting Leaky Black's contract to a two-way deal on October 15.
Injuries
Injury report as of : Keegan Murray, Maxime Raynaud, Ben Simmons and Sean Pedulla are out; Precious Achiuwa is probable; Dylan Cardwell is available. For the Lakers, Adou Thiero is out; Walker Kessler is available.
Kings
- Keegan MurrayLeft ankle capsulitis; October 26 update scheduled re-evaluation in 10-to-14 days.Out
- Maxime RaynaudRight patella subluxation; October 26 update planned reassessment in approximately two weeks.Out
- Ben SimmonsRight Achilles repair; listed as out for the season.Out
- Sean PedullaG League two-way assignment, not an injury absence; unavailable tonight.Out
Lakers
- Adou ThieroLeft knee management; out tonight, with a possible return later this week.Out
The matchup
Kings projected starters
- Darius Acuff Jr.PG
- Zach LaVineSG
- De'Andre HunterSF
- Precious AchiuwaPF
- Domantas SabonisC
Lakers projected starters
- Luka DoncicPG
- Austin ReavesSG
- Ziaire WilliamsSF
- Matisse ThybullePF
- Walker KesslerC
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Lakers at Kings odds and prediction markets
Sportsbook prices at 5:18 AM CTPrices as of : the Kings are +11.5 at five sportsbooks and the total is 234.5–235.5.
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Prediction markets
Prices at 5:17 AM CT Wed 11/4Kalshi and Polymarket on Lakers at Kings
Kings to win costs 18¢ on Kalshi, against +429 at the best sportsbook (DraftKings). A Yes price in cents is the market’s chance in percent; Kalshi’s trading fee is extra.
| Market | Kalshi | Polymarket | Best sportsbook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings to win | 18¢18% chance | 18¢18% chance | +429DraftKings |
| Lakers to win | 85¢85% chance | 85¢85% chance | −510FanDuel |
| Kings +11.5 | 52¢52% chance | 53¢53% chance | +11.5 −110Fanatics |
Sportsbooks
| Sportsbook | Spread | Money line | Total | Sign up | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | Lakers | Kings | Lakers | Over | Under | ||
| FanDuel | +11.5−114 | −11.5−106 | +390 | −510 | o234.5−115 | u234.5−105 | Sign up |
| DraftKingsClaim the DraftKings new-customer offer | +11.5−114 | −11.5−106 | +429 | −574 | o234.5−110 | u234.5−110 | Sign up |
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| FanaticsNew Customers Get Up To $1,000 Matched In FanCash | +11.5−110 | −11.5−110 | +420 | −575 | o235−110 | u235−110 | Sign up |
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Line movement
vs Los Angeles LakersWed Nov 4 · 9:00 PM CT · 10:00 PM ET
Lines as of : the Kings spread is +11.5, where it opened; the total is 235 (opened 234.5).
Kings spread+11.5+11.5No move
Total234.5235+0.5
Kings team total110.5111.5+1
Kings money line+420+400−20
Open, then now.
Results and against the spread
1–6 · 2–5 ATSRecord
1–6
Against the spread
2–5
Form, last 5
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Last game
W 115-100at Mavericks
| Date | Game | Result | Spread | ATS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon 11/2 | at Dallas Mavericks | W 115-100 | +7.5 | Covered |
| Sat 10/31 | at Memphis Grizzlies | L 105-136 | +7.5 | Missed |
| Thu 10/29 | at New Orleans Pelicans | L 120-132 | +6.5 | Missed |
| Tue 10/27 | at San Antonio Spurs | L 103-130 | +18.5 | Missed |
| Sun 10/25 | vs Memphis Grizzlies | L 112-123 | +3.5 | Missed |
Spread is the Kings’ closing number. ATS is against the spread at the closing number.
Schedule
vs SpursFri 11/6 · 9:00 PM CT10:00 PM ET
vs HeatSun 11/8 · 8:00 PM CT9:00 PM ET
vs MagicTue 11/10 · 9:00 PM CT10:00 PM ET
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Kings questions, answered
Is there a Kings pick for this matchup?
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What is the Kings' record this season?
The Sacramento Kings are 1-6: 0-2 at home and 1-4 on the road.
When do the Kings play next?
The Kings host the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday, November 4 at 9:00 PM CT (10:00 PM ET).
Who is on the Kings injury report?
The Kings list Precious Achiuwa (Probable), Keegan Murray (Out), Maxime Raynaud (Out), Ben Simmons (Out), Sean Pedulla (Out), Dylan Cardwell (Available).
What matters for the Kings against the Lakers?
Sacramento hosts the 6-2 Lakers at 9:00 PM CT after winning 115-100 at Dallas. Precious Achiuwa is probable, while Keegan Murray, Maxime Raynaud and Ben Simmons remain out; Dylan Cardwell has been cleared. Los Angeles has Walker Kessler available with a finger splint, but Adou Thiero remains out.
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