NBA 2024-2025 season: Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings - When and where to watch, prediction

The Boston Celtics will take on the Sacramento Kings at the Golden Centre in a much-anticipated rematch. The Celtics, who lost to the Kings in a 114-97 on January 10, are determined to settle the score while they are continuing with their dominant run in the Eastern Conference.

The Boston Celtics currently hold the second spot in the East with a 52-19 record and enter the game on a five-game winning streak. Meanwhile, the Sacramento Kings are clinging to the 10th seed in the Western Conference at 35-35. They are fighting to stay in the playoff race. The Kings have struggled recently after losing two straight games and winning just three of their last ten fixtures.

Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings: Injury reports

Boston’s official injury report has not been released yet. However, key players Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday, and Kristaps Porzings were unavailable in their last game. The team could make adjustments given the match is the second half of a back-to-back.


Meanwhile, Sacramento also face injury concerns with their star centre Domantas Sabonis, along with Malik Monk and Devin Carter, being listed as questionable. Sabonis dominated the previous game with 23 points and 28 rebounds. He will be crucial to Sacramento’s success if he plays.

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Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings: Predicted starting line-ups

Both—the Celtics and Kings—are making some interesting lineup changes. The Celtics, according to the reports, are bringing in Derrick White to run the point, with Payton Pritchard stepping in at shooting guard and Sam Hauser taking over small forward. Jayson Tatum will be leading the charge at power forward, joined by centre Jonas Valančiūnas.

On the other side, the Kings will have Malik Monk at the point, Zach LaVine at the shooting guard, and DeMar DeRozan at the small forward. Keegan Murray will fill the power forward role, while Valančiūnas will also be holding down the paint for Sacramento.

Boston Celtics vs Sacramento Kings: Betting odds and predictions

As per media reports, the Celtics are entering the game as -3.5 favourites and are expected to extend their winning streak. The Kings have reportedly struggled against the spread at home. They have covered just 12 of 35 home games this season.

The betting odds, as per a USA Today report, for the upcoming clash indicate a closely contested matchup. The Celtics are favoured with a money line of -160, while the Kings are slight underdogs at +135.

The over/under is set at 225.5 points, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.

Boston scored 121+ points in their last two games; meanwhile, Sacramento’s defence has been shaky. Sacramento has scored 119+ points in six of their last seven matches. If Sabonis is unavailable or limited, the Celtics could capitalise on their defensive strength.

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FAQs

1. When and where is the Celtics vs Kings game?

The game will be played on Monday, March 24, at Golden 1 Centre in Sacramento, California. Tip-off will be at 10:00 pm ET.

2 . Who are the key players for the Celtics vs Kings game?
Jayson Tatum will be important for the Celtics. Other stars on this list are Derrick White, Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan.