The Houston Rockets aim for their sixth consecutive victory as they prepare to take on the Sacramento Kings. Houston, sporting a 27-12 record, is riding a wave of momentum after a convincing win against the Denver Nuggets. However, they face a challenging second game of a back-to-back series, having recorded a mixed 3-4 performance in such matchups this season.
The Kings, currently at 20-20, return home following a successful 2-1 road trip, highlighted by a significant victory over the Boston Celtics. The clash is set for Thursday night at the Golden 1 Center, with tip-off scheduled for 9 p.m.
Injury updates for Sacramento indicate that guard Malik Monk is probable to participate, while Devin Carter is questionable and Jordan McLaughlin is confirmed out due to personal reasons. The Kings are favored by 4.5 points in this matchup, signaling a competitive atmosphere as both teams vie for crucial wins.
