Kings vs. Pacers Picks and Prediction – 3/31/2025

Sacramento Kings (36-38) vs. Indiana Pacers (43-31)
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
TV: NBA League Pass

Previous Games:

• Kings: Coming off a 121-91 blowout loss vs. Orlando

• Pacers: Lost 132-111 vs. Oklahoma City

Head-to-Head:

Sacramento has struggled recently, losing five of their last six games and failing to cover the spread in four of their last five road matchups. Indiana, meanwhile, has been strong at home, winning six of their last eight and covering as a favorite in over half of their home games this season.

Sacramento Kings Breakdown:

The Kings are in poor form, averaging just 110.8 PPG while allowing 119.7 PPG over their last 10 contests. Their three-point shooting was abysmal against Orlando (25%), and they’ll need DeMar DeRozan and Domantas Sabonis to step up offensively.

Key Players:

• DeMar DeRozan: 21.1 PPG, 5.6 APG

• Domantas Sabonis: 14 PTS, 13 REB last game

• Keegan Murray: Shooting 40.8% from three

Indiana Pacers Breakdown:

Indiana has been one of the best offensive teams in the league, averaging 122.2 PPG over their last 10. They’ll miss Bennedict Mathurin (ankle), but their depth, led by Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, gives them an advantage.

Key Players:

• Tyrese Haliburton: 18 PTS, 4 REB last game

• Pascal Siakam: 16.7 PPG

• Myles Turner: 6.6 RPG

Betting Trends:

Sacramento Kings:

• 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games

• 1-5 SU in their last 6 games

• Under has hit in 4 of last 5 games

Indiana Pacers:

• 6-2 SU in their last 8 games

• 4-10 ATS in their last 14 games

• Over has hit in 6 of last 9 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Indiana Pacers 120 – Sacramento Kings 112

Our Best Bet:

Indiana Pacers -5.5 (-110)

The Pacers are simply in better form, while the Kings are fading down the stretch. Indiana's fast-paced offense should be too much for Sacramento, especially at home, where they’ve been dominant. Expect the Pacers to cover the spread.