Warriors vs. Kings prediction, odds, time: 2023 NBA playoff picks ...

1 May 2023

The Sacramento Kings are hosting the Golden State Warriors in a Game 7 showdown on Sunday afternoon. After winning three straight against Sacramento, Golden State couldn't end the series at home. On Friday, the Kings beat the Warriors 118-99 to extend the series. Sacramento went 23-18 at home during the regular season. Meanwhile, Golden State struggled mightily on the road, logging an 11-30 record. 

Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento. Caesars Sportsbook lists the Kings as a one-point favorite in the latest Warriors vs. Kings odds. The over/under for total points scored is 230. Before making any Kings vs. Warriors picks, you'll want to see the NBA predictions and betting advice from the proven computer model at SportsLine.

The SportsLine Projection Model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned well over $10,000 in profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past four-plus seasons. The model enters the third week of the 2023 NBA playoffs a stunning 71-38 on all top-rated NBA picks this season, returning more than $2,800. Anyone following it has seen huge returns.

Now, the model has set its sights on Warriors vs. Kings and just locked in its picks and NBA playoff predictions. You can visit SportsLine now to see the model's picks. Here are the NBA lines and trends for Kings vs. Warriors:

Warriors vs. Kings spread: Sacramento -1Warriors vs. Kings over/under: 230 points Warriors vs. Kings money line: Golden State -105, Sacramento -115GS: The Warriors are 6-2 ATS in their last eight games following an ATS lossSAC: The Under is 5-0 in Kings' last five games playing on one days restWarriors vs. Kings picks: See picks at SportsLine

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Why the Kings can cover 

Forward Domantas Sabonis is an excellent rebounder who plays with great effort. Sabonis does a great job creating space for his teammates and has good vision as a passer. The 26-year-old leads the team in rebounds (11.5) with 15.5 points and 4.3 assists per game in the playoffs. In Game 5, Sabonis finished with 21 points, 10 rebounds, and three steals. He has also dished out at least four assists in five straight games. 

Forward Keegan Murray has found his groove offensively. Murray has solid range on the perimeter and excels in transition. The Iowa product is averaging 9.7 points per game but has scored in double figures in three straight outings against the Warriors. He's also shooting 40% from downtown. In Friday's win, Murray totaled 15 points and 12 boards. See which team to pick here. 

Why the Warriors can cover

Guard Stephen Curry continues to be an unstoppable offensive catalyst. Curry has great court vision with superb ball handles to break down the defense. The nine-time All-Star also has limitless range. Curry is averaging a team-high 31 points with 4.7 assists per game in the 2023 NBA playoffs. He has scored at least 30 points in four games this series. Additionally, Curry is shooting 37% from downtown. 

Guard Klay Thompson has been another effective space creator. Thompson thrives as a catch-and-shoot threat while playing with a high motor. The Washington State product is second on the team in points (21.3) and shoots 38% from beyond the arc. Thompson has scored at least 20 points with five 3-pointers in three games this series. On April 26, he totaled 25 points and went 5-of-11 from three. See which team to pick here. 

How to make Kings vs. Warriors picks

SportsLine's model is leaning Over on the total, projecting 236 combined points. The model has also generated an against the spread pick that hits in well over 50% of simulations. You can only get the model's pick at SportsLine. 

So who wins Warriors vs. Kings? And which side of the spread hits well over 50% of the time? Visit SportsLine now to see which side of the Kings vs. Warriors spread to jump on, all from the advanced model that is up more than $2,800 on all top-rated NBA picks this season, and find out.

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