Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the NBA match.
After two losses to start the season, the Sacramento Kings managed a victory over the Portland Trail Blazers (111:98). Their next opponent is the Utah Jazz, who have yet to secure a win in this regular season.
Utah Jazz
The Utah Jazz are experiencing significant challenges at the season's outset. The team ranks as the league's weakest offence, scoring only 104 points per game while allowing opponents an average of 121 points. It can be confidently stated that without any trades, this season might be completely lost for them. Additionally, in the last match, key player Taylor Hendricks suffered an injury and is out indefinitely.
Sacramento Kings
The visitors' strongest asset is their offence. The team averages 117.6 points, placing them in the top six NBA teams in this category. However, the Kings' defence is relatively mediocre. In the first two games, their opponents scored 117 and 131 points. It's worth noting that these matchups were against strong teams like the Minnesota Timberwolves and Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the not-so-strong Portland Trail Blazers managed just 98 points.
Utah Jazz vs Sacramento Kings Prediction
The bookmakers see the Sacramento Kings as the clear favourites, and we completely agree with them. Yes, both teams are playing their second game in two days, but given the difference in performance and talent level, this shouldn't make a big impact. The visitors should encounter few problems this time and easily secure the win.
