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Wizards vs. Kings prediction: Sacramento favored to win Friday's NBA game [1/16/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Washington Wizards vs Sacramento Kings predictions for NBA Friday.
The Sacramento Kings and Washington Wizards will meet in NBA action at Golden 1 Center on Friday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Kings as the most likely winner of the Wizards 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 Domantas Sabonis, while the Wizards will be led by Alex Sarr, Tre Johnson and Kyshawn George.
This article offers a closer look at Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Wizards vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's NBA game between the Wizards and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Kings a 71% chance of defeating the Wizards. Our predicted final score has the Kings winning 118-112.
According to our model, the Wizards (+7) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 233.5 points has a 54% chance of staying under.
Wizards vs. Kings odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wizards | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7 (-112) | -7 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +230 | -270 |
| Total | o233.5 (-110) | u233.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wizards 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 | Wizards +7 | -112 |
| Moneyline | Wizards | +230 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Under 233.5 total points.
Wizards vs. Kings player props
Looking for Washington vs. Sacramento NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Golden 1 Center.
Alex Sarr is expected to lead the Wizards with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists, while DeMar DeRozan is projected to have 23 points, 4 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.
Wizards prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Wizards are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Sarr | 19 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 41 |
| Tre Johnson | 16 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 31 |
| Kyshawn George | 14 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 36 |
| Marvin Bagley | 14 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 29 |
| Will Riley | 13 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 27 |
Kings prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Kings:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeMar DeRozan | 23 | 4 | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| Zach LaVine | 22 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 36 |
| D. Sabonis | 18 | 12 | 6 | 1 | 46 |
| R. Westbrook | 16 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 42 |
| P. Achiuwa | 13 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 32 |
Wizards vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Friday's action between the Kings and Wizards at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Washington Wizards vs. Sacramento Kings
- Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Golden 1 Center
Conclusion
We predict the Kings, with a 71% win probability, will likely beat the Wizards on Friday, with Domantas Sabonis projected for a game-high 46 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wizards vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest 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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