Sacramento Kings vs Golden State Warriors Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/9

The NBA Regular Season is underway, and the Sacramento Kings are set to play against the Golden State Warriors at the Chase Center. The game will take place on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 10:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBCS.

The Kings, led by head coach Doug Christie, have an 8-29 record. They have struggled on the road with a 3-16 away record. On the other hand, the Warriors, coached by Steve Kerr, hold a 20-18 record. They have performed well at home, boasting a 12-5 record. This matchup will be a test for the Kings as they aim to break their six-game losing streak.

Kings vs Warriors Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors
  • Venue: Chase Center
  • Date: Friday, January 9, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Kings +13.5 (-111), Warriors -13.5 (-109)

Sacramento Kings Team Preview

The Sacramento Kings have been struggling in recent games. They lost to the Dallas Mavericks by 2 points, ending with a score of 98-100. DeMar DeRozan led the team with 21 points, while Zach LaVine added 20 points. The Kings had a field goal percentage of 42.4% in this game.

In another recent game, the Kings fell to the Milwaukee Bucks by 17 points, with a final score of 98-115. Russell Westbrook was the top performer, scoring 21 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. Zach LaVine contributed 20 points, but the team shot only 42.5% from the field.

The Kings rank near the bottom in several offensive categories this season. They are 29th in points per game with 109.9 and 30th in three-pointers made per game at 10.5. The team will be missing Domantas Sabonis and Keegan Murray due to injuries, which could impact their performance further.

Golden State Warriors Team Preview

The Golden State Warriors recently played strong games at home. In their latest victory against the Milwaukee Bucks, they scored 120 points. Stephen Curry led the team with 31 points, while Jimmy Butler III added 21 points.

This season, the Warriors rank 20th in points per game, with 115.0. They excel in three-point shooting, making 15.8 per game, which ranks second. Their free throw shooting is also solid, with an 81.8% success rate, ranking fourth.

Stephen Curry is the team’s top performer with 28.8 points per game. Jimmy Butler III contributes 19.7 points and 5.5 rebounds per game. The team will miss Seth Curry due to an injury, but Gary Payton II is likely to play despite an ankle issue.

BTB Betting Pick

The Warriors are favored by 13.5 points against the Kings. The Kings have struggled offensively, ranking low in points per game and shooting efficiency. The Warriors, with their stronger defense and higher scoring, are likely to cover the spread. Projected score: Warriors 120, Kings 104. Pick: Warriors -13.5.

The total for the game is set at 230.5 points. The Kings allow many points per game, and the Warriors have a decent offensive output. However, the Kings’ offensive struggles could keep the total under. Projected total: 224 points. Pick: Under 230.5.