Heat vs. Kings: Expert Predictions, Odds, and Top Picks for Jan. 20
The Miami Heat and Sacramento Kings will meet on January 20, 2026, at the Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, California. The Heat, currently holding a record of 22 wins and 21 losses, are looking to end a four-game losing streak on the road. They enter this matchup as a 3.5-point favorite against the Kings, who have a record of 12 wins and 31 losses. The total points over/under for this game is set at 237.5 points.
Game Information
- Date: January 20, 2026
- Time: 10 p.m. ET
- Location: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
- TV Channels: FDSSUN and NBCS-CA
Betting Odds
| Team | Point Spread | Total Points Over/Under | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Heat | -3.5 (-112) | 237.5 | -158 |
| Sacramento Kings | +3.5 (-108) | 237.5 | +134 |
Expert Predictions and Insights
Experts predict the Heat will win this matchup, estimating a final score of 120-114. The Heat have a strong winning percentage of 61.1% when favored, while the Kings are struggling with only nine wins out of 39 games as underdogs this season.
Recent Trends
- The Heat have had 22 games this season with over 237.5 points, while the Kings have recorded 14 games at that threshold.
- Over their last ten games, the Heat have averaged 236.6 combined points, just below the total for this matchup.
- The Kings have scored an average of 110.6 points per game, significantly lower than the 118.3 points the Heat allow.
Key Players to Watch
Miami Heat
- Norman Powell: 23.7 PPG, 2.7 APG
- Bam Adebayo: 17.0 PPG, 9.7 RPG
- Andrew Wiggins: 15.8 PPG, shooting 46.5%
Sacramento Kings
- Russell Westbrook: 15.3 PPG, 6.3 RPG, 7.0 APG
- DeMar DeRozan: 19.0 PPG, 4.0 APG
- Zach LaVine: 19.8 PPG
Conclusion
This game is crucial for the Miami Heat as they look to break their road slump against the struggling Sacramento Kings. Betting insights suggest a tight contest with a predicted total lower than the over/under, illustrating the balance of play between these two teams.
