Sacramento Kings vs Washington Wizards Prediction

Sacramento Kings vs Washington Wizards Prediction, Odds & NBA Picks | 01-02-2026

In a regular-season matchup between two teams looking to salvage their campaigns, the Sacramento Kings (12-38) travel to Capital One Arena to face the Washington Wizards (12-35) on January 2nd, 2026, at 6:00 PM EST. This clash presents an opportunity for either struggling franchise to build momentum, though both are significantly hampered by injuries to key personnel.

Sacramento Kings vs Washington Wizards Matchup Preview

Sacramento Kings Key Stats & Trends

The Sacramento Kings enter this contest with a challenging record, but possess individual talents capable of sparking a turnaround. Zach LaVine leads their scoring efforts with 19.3 points per game, providing much-needed offensive firepower. Rookie center Maxime Raynaud has been a pleasant surprise on the glass, averaging 6.5 rebounds. Veteran guard DeMar DeRozan orchestrates the offense with 3.9 assists per game, showcasing his playmaking versatility. The cornerstone remains Domantas Sabonis, who continues to deliver an impressive all-around game with 15.4 PPG, 11.2 RPG, 4.2 APG, 0.9 SPG, and 0.2 BPG, anchoring their interior presence. However, their overall team defense and consistency have been significant weaknesses.

Injury Report Sacramento Kings

Russell Westbrook (Out): Westbrook (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Wizards.
De’Andre Hunter (Day-to-day): The Cavaliers traded Hunter to the Kings in exchange for Dennis Schroder and Keon Ellis on Saturday, ESPN’s Shams Charania reports. His availability for this game remains uncertain as he integrates with the team.
Malik Monk (Day-to-day): Monk (heel) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Wizards.
Keegan Murray (Out): Murray (ankle), who won’t play in Monday’s game against Dallas, is expected to miss at least three weeks, NBA reporter Marc Stein reports.

Washington Wizards Key Stats & Trends

The Washington Wizards are in a rebuilding phase, heavily relying on their young talent. Rookie big man Alex Sarr has emerged as a formidable force, leading the team in both scoring and rebounding with 17.6 points and 7.7 rebounds per game. Sarr’s defensive impact is also notable, averaging 2.1 blocks per game, making him a critical two-way player. Kyshawn George facilitates the offense, dishing out 5.1 assists per game. Sarr’s overall rating of 17.6 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 2.8 APG, 0.8 SPG, and 2.1 BPG highlights his immense potential, but the team’s lack of consistent veteran leadership and scoring depth has been evident in their record.

Injury Report Washington Wizards

Tristan Vukcevic (Out): Vukcevic (hamstring) will not play Sunday against the Kings.
Alex Sarr (Day-to-day): Sarr is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Kings with right calf soreness.
Tre Johnson (Out): Johnson (ankle) will not play Sunday against the Kings.
Cam Whitmore (Out): Whitmore has begun the recovery process for a diagnosed venous condition and he will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season.
Trae Young (Out): Young (knee, quadriceps) will be re-evaluated following the mid-February All-Star break, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Sacramento Kings vs Washington Wizards Prediction & Best Bet

Considering the significant injury woes plaguing both squads, this matchup is poised to be a grind. The Washington Wizards are severely handicapped by the absence of their primary offensive engine, Trae Young, and the season-ending injury to Cam Whitmore. The potential absence or limited status of their rising star, Alex Sarr, due to calf soreness would be a devastating blow to their already struggling offense and defense.

The Sacramento Kings, while missing Westbrook and Murray, still have established scoring in Zach LaVine and the dominant interior presence of Domantas Sabonis. If Malik Monk is available, their offensive depth improves significantly. Given the Wizards’ depleted roster, particularly their lack of a go-to scorer without Young and the uncertainty around Sarr, the Kings have a clearer path to victory.

Our definitive prediction is the Sacramento Kings to win this contest.

For the total points line set at 228.5, both teams are missing key offensive contributors. Young’s absence for Washington drastically reduces their scoring ceiling, and Sarr’s potential limitation adds to that. The Kings are also without significant offensive firepower in Murray and Westbrook. Expect a lower-scoring affair. Therefore, our pick for the total is under 228.5.

Last 5 Games: SAC

Form:

LLLLL

VS @ Boston

L 112-93

PTS LaVine 17

REB Raynaud 14

AST Monk 4

VS @ Philadelphia

L 113-111

PTS Schroder 27

REB Achiuwa 13

AST DeRozan 8

VS @ New York

L 103-87

PTS DeRozan 34

REB Sabonis 12

AST Sabonis 7

VS @ Detroit

L 139-116

PTS Monk 19

REB Cardwell 9

AST Sabonis 8

VS @ Cleveland

L 123-118

PTS Sabonis 24

REB Sabonis 16

AST Monk 7

Opponent	Result	Points	Rebounds	Assists
@ Boston	L 112-93	LaVine 17	Raynaud 14	Monk 4
@ Philadelphia	L 113-111	Schroder 27	Achiuwa 13	DeRozan 8
@ New York	L 103-87	DeRozan 34	Sabonis 12	Sabonis 7
@ Detroit	L 139-116	Monk 19	Cardwell 9	Sabonis 8
@ Cleveland	L 123-118	Sabonis 24	Sabonis 16	Monk 7

Last 5 Games: WSH

Form:

LWWLL

VS vs Los Angeles

L 142-111

PTS Branham 17

REB Gill 10

AST George 6

VS vs Milwaukee

W 109-99

PTS George 23

REB Sarr 17

AST Carrington 6

VS vs Portland

W 115-111

PTS Sarr 29

REB Sarr 12

AST Coulibaly 6

VS @ Charlotte

L 119-115

PTS Johnson 26

REB Champagnie 11

AST Carrington 8

VS vs Denver

L 107-97

PTS George 20

REB George 12

AST George 7

Opponent	Result	Points	Rebounds	Assists
vs Los Angeles	L 142-111	Branham 17	Gill 10	George 6
vs Milwaukee	W 109-99	George 23	Sarr 17	Carrington 6
vs Portland	W 115-111	Sarr 29	Sarr 12	Coulibaly 6
@ Charlotte	L 119-115	Johnson 26	Champagnie 11	Carrington 8
vs Denver	L 107-97	George 20	George 12	George 7

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