The Kings look to build on a solid start to the calendar year (8-1), when they play host to the Warriors, a side they recently bettered by 30-points on the road.
Alternatively, the Dubs regression has been substantial, after starting the season 13-3, the 2022 Champs have won 9 of their last 27 games, leaving them sitting 11th in the West.
Without a clear and obvious move in the trade market, I can only see things getting worse for the Warriors.
I’m taking the Kings to go 2-0 against the Pacific division rivals.
The Cavs travel to Houston to take on the Rockets in what should be a highly competitive fixture.
Cleveland hold the best away record in the league, winning 15 of their 19 games on the road, with their only loss outside of Cleveland in 2025 coming against OKC.
Meanwhile, the Rockets are 2nd in the West, with a 28-14 record, going 14-7 at home, although their last home fixture was a defeat to the Pistons.
The Rockets are piecing together a solid breakout season, but they are still far from the finished product, which shows in their record against sides with sides .500 and above, going 16-11.
I’m taking the Cavs to continue their dominance on the road, covering the slight -1 handicap on offer.