Kings vs. Clippers same-game parlay predictions Feb. 25: Bet on L.A., Kawhi Leonard to roll
The Sacramento Kings and Los Angeles Clippers clash in a game that shouldn't be short on action.
The pregame narrative: Los Angeles' offence is rolling and should cover a teased-down spread against Sacramento. Kawhi Leonard is leading the charge at both ends of the court and is a good pick to go over his points total. Thirdly, I like the game total to go over.
NBA oddsas of 1:16 p.m. on 02/25/2024.
Kings vs. Clippers same-game parlay
Parlay: Clippers -2.5 + Leonard over 23.5 points + over 233.5 points (+235)
Clippers -2.5 (-186): Los Angeles' offence should be able to have its way with Sacramento's defence, making this a manageable spread to cover.
L.A. ranks fourth in offensive efficiency (117.4) and 10th in points per game (117.7).
They'll likely be able to outpace Sacramento considering the team's porous defence. The Kings place 21st in defensive efficiency (114.6) and are ceding the ninth-most points per game (118.0).
They've allowed 120-plus points in three of their last four games, failing to cover this spread in two of those contests.
The Clippers, meanwhile, have covered this spread in seven of their last 10 games.
Other parlay picks
Leonard over 23.5 points (-182): This line isn't asking Leonard to do more than he normally does.
The Clippers star is averaging 24.0 points per game this season. I'm bullish on his chances of having a better-than-average day against a weak Sacramento defence.
The Kings are surrendering the seventh-most points per game (22.13) to small forwards, according to Betting Pros.
Leonard has topped this total in eight of his last 11 games, averaging 25.6 points per game during this stretch.
Over 233.5 points (-215): If Sacramento's recent outings are any indication, this game will likely feature plenty of offence.
The over on this total has hit in eight of the Kings' last nine games. In addition to being a poor defensive team, they're also a competent offensive bunch.
Sacramento places eighth in points per game (118.6) this season.
Unsurprisingly, the Kings have the ninth-highest over percentage (53.9%) in the NBA.
