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Knicks vs. Kings prediction: New York to win, Jalen Brunson projected for 29 points in Wednesday's NBA game [1/14/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get New York Knicks vs Sacramento Kings predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Sacramento Kings will square off with the favored New York Knicks in NBA action at Golden 1 Center on Wednesday, commencing at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Knicks as the most likely winner of the Knicks vs. Kings game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Kings lineup will feature players like DeMar DeRozan, Zach LaVine and Russell Westbrook, while the Knicks will rely on Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns and OG Anunoby.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Knicks vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Knicks and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Knicks an 81% chance of beating the Kings. Our predicted final score has the Knicks winning 118-108.
According to our model, the Kings (+10.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the 229.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Knicks vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Knicks | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -10.5 (-118) | +10.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -450 | +385 |
| Total | o229.5 (-110) | u229.5 (-106) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Knicks vs. Kings picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Kings +10.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +385 |
| Total | Under 229.5 | -106 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Kings +10.5 at the spread.
Knicks vs. Kings player props
NBA prop bets are a great way to wager on the New York vs. Sacramento matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Golden 1 Center.
Jalen Brunson is expected to lead the Knicks with 29 points, 3 rebounds and 7 assists, while DeMar DeRozan is projected to have 20 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists for the Kings.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Knicks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Knicks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jalen Brunson | 29 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 48 |
| K. Towns | 21 | 11 | 3 | 2 | 44 |
| OG Anunoby | 16 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 32 |
| Mikal Bridges | 15 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 31 |
| Miles McBride | 12 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 23 |
Kings prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Kings:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeMar DeRozan | 20 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 36 |
| Zach LaVine | 19 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 31 |
| R. Westbrook | 17 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 41 |
| Malik Monk | 14 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 28 |
| Maxime Raynaud | 11 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 25 |
Knicks vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Kings and Knicks at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: New York Knicks vs. Sacramento Kings
- Date: Wednesday, January 14, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Golden 1 Center
Conclusion
We predict the Knicks, with an 81% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Wednesday, with Jalen Brunson projected for a game-high 48 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Knicks vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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