Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings odds and predictions

Los Angeles Lakers vs Sacramento Kings NBA Preview: First Winning Streaks of New Season on Line

The Los Angeles Lakers travel north to face the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Both teams enter with 1-1 records and will look to secure their first winning streak of the young NBA season.

The Lakers bounced back from an opening-night loss with a dominant 128-110 victory over Minnesota. Luka Doncic scored 49 points, marking his second consecutive 40-point game to open the season. Meanwhile, the Kings thrilled their home fans with a 105-104 win over Utah, powered by Domantas Sabonis’ go-ahead putback in the final seconds.

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Line Movement and Betting Odds

Oddsmakers have the Lakers as slight -1.5 road favorites, while the Kings sit at +103 on the moneyline. Los Angeles’ moneyline is -124, and the total is set at 230.5. Early action leans toward the under, given Sacramento’s defensive improvements and the Lakers’ efficient but controlled offensive pace.

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Matchup Breakdown

Los Angeles has showcased elite shooting efficiency, leading the league with a 56.9% field goal rate and a 63.4% effective field goal percentage. Doncic’s back-to-back 40-point outings have made immediate history in Lakers lore, joining Wilt Chamberlain and Michael Jordan as players with multiple 40-point games to start a season.

With LeBron James still sidelined, Doncic and Austin Reaves have shouldered the offensive load. Reaves posted 25 points and 11 assists against Minnesota, highlighting the team’s improved ball movement.

Sacramento enters off a hard-fought win over Utah, where Sabonis recorded a double-double in his first game back from a preseason hamstring injury. Zach LaVine added 31 points, and newcomers Dennis Schroder and Russell Westbrook combined for 24. The Kings’ shooting efficiency — 49.2% from the field and 41.1% from deep — continues to define their offensive style.

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Key Storylines

Luka Doncic’s Historic Start
Doncic has opened the season with back-to-back 40-point performances, missing a triple-double by two assists in both outings. His offensive versatility has kept the Lakers afloat without LeBron James and set a record pace unmatched in franchise history.

Sabonis’ Return Sparks the Kings
After missing the opener, Sabonis returned to anchor Sacramento’s paint presence, securing 12 points and 12 rebounds in 37 minutes. His chemistry with Zach LaVine and the new backcourt additions gives the Kings balance and toughness.

Westbrook’s New Role
Russell Westbrook, now in a Kings uniform, energized the crowd by lighting the team’s purple beam after Friday’s win. His experience and playmaking give Sacramento an emotional and competitive edge against his former team.

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Injury Report

Los Angeles Lakers

LeBron James (ankle) – out
Anthony Davis (rest) – questionable

Sacramento Kings

Keegan Murray (knee) – probable
Kevin Huerter (ankle) – day-to-day

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Prediction

The Lakers’ offensive firepower led by Doncic will meet a resilient Kings team that thrives in tight games. Expect Sacramento to push tempo behind LaVine and Sabonis, but Los Angeles’ shot-making advantage could tilt the balance late.

Projected Score: Los Angeles Lakers 116, Sacramento Kings 112
Best Bet: Lakers -1.5
Secondary Lean: Under 230.5

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