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Trail Blazers vs. Kings prediction: Portland favored to win Sunday's NBA game [1/18/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Portland Trail Blazers vs Sacramento Kings predictions for NBA Sunday.
NBA action continues on Sunday at 9:00 PM ET as the Portland Trail Blazers square off with the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Trail Blazers as the most likely winner of the Trail Blazers vs. Kings game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Kings lineup will feature players like Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Russell Westbrook, while the Trail Blazers will be led by Deni Avdija, Shaedon Sharpe and Caleb Love.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Blazers vs. Kings prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NBA game between the Trail Blazers and Kings 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Trail Blazers a 55% chance of defeating the Kings. Our predicted final score has the Trail Blazers winning 114-113.
According to our model, the Trail Blazers (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 229.5-point over/under has a 54% chance of staying under.
Trail Blazers vs. Kings odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Trail Blazers | Kings |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -1.5 (-108) | +1.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -112 | +100 |
| Total | o229.5 (-115) | u229.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Trail Blazers 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 | Trail Blazers -1.5 | -108 |
| Moneyline | Kings | +100 |
| Total | Under 229.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Kings to win.
Trail Blazers vs. Kings player props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on Sunday's Portland vs. Sacramento matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Golden 1 Center.
Deni Avdija is expected to lead the Trail Blazers with 28 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists, while Zach LaVine is projected to have 20 points, 3 rebounds and 3 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.
Trail Blazers prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Trail Blazers are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deni Avdija | 28 | 7 | 7 | 2 | 52 |
| Shaedon Sharpe | 23 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 39 |
| Caleb Love | 16 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 32 |
| Toumani Camara | 14 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 30 |
| Donovan Clingan | 12 | 12 | 2 | 1 | 36 |
Kings prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Kings:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach LaVine | 20 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 33 |
| DeMar DeRozan | 20 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 35 |
| R. Westbrook | 16 | 6 | 7 | 2 | 40 |
| D. Sabonis | 13 | 9 | 4 | 1 | 34 |
| Dennis Schroder | 11 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 23 |
Blazers vs. Kings game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's matchup between the Kings and Trail Blazers at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.
- Who: Portland Trail Blazers vs. Sacramento Kings
- Date: Sunday, January 18, 2026
- Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00PM PT
- Venue: Golden 1 Center
Conclusion
We predict the Trail Blazers, with a 55% win probability, will likely beat the Kings on Sunday, with Deni Avdija projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Trail Blazers vs. Kings insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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