Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets Prediction and Betting Tips - Dec. 3 | 2025-26 NBA Season

The Sacramento Kings will lock horns against the Houston Rockets at the Toyota Center in Texas on Wednesday. It will be their first meeting of the season, with both teams coming in off losses in their previous outings.

The Rockets suffered a 133-125 loss against the Utah Jazz on the road, while the Kings were defeated 115-107 at home by the Memphis Grizzlies. Houston (13–5) slipped to third in the West after the defeat, and Sacramento (5-16) dropped to 13th.

With the Rockets carrying a strong overall record, they’ll look to build on their 5–2 mark at home. The Kings may be the right matchup for that, as Sacramento has struggled on the road with a 2–9 record.

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

Moneyline: Kings +840, Rockets -990

Spread: Kings +15.5 (-101), Rockets -15.5 (-103)

Total over/under (o/u): Kings o231.5 (+104), Rockets u231.5 (-115)

*Editor's Note: Odds are subject to change closer to tip-off*

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets preview

The Sacramento Kings come into this matchup after a rough November, winning just four of their 16 games. They’re also on a three-game losing streak and will be aiming for their first win since Nov. 24.

Their lack of wins mirrors their struggles on both ends of the floor. The Kings have one of the league’s bottom-three offenses at 111.8 points per game, and their defense hasn’t helped either, ranking in the bottom five while giving up 122.9 points per game.

Zach LaVine has served as Sacramento's best performer, leading the team with 20.7 points per game, while DeMar DeRozan has been their second-leading scorer at 18.4 points per game.

On the other hand, the Houston Rockets enjoyed a positive run in November, winning 11 of their 13 games. However, they opened this month with a disappointing loss to the Utah Jazz and will be eager to rebound against a struggling Sacramento team.

Despite their recent defeat, the Rockets are one of the most complete teams in the NBA. They boast the fourth-best offense, averaging 121.8 points per game, while their defense allows the second-fewest points with 111.2 points per game.

Their success on both ends has been driven by the play of Kevin Durant and Alperen Sengun. Durant leads the team with 25.1 points per game, while Sengun has been a two-way anchor, averaging 22.8 points and 9.1 rebounds.

Both teams will be missing a few key players for this matchup. The Rockets will remain without Fred VanVleet, Tari Eason, and Dorian Finney-Smith, while Steven Adams is also a potential absentee.

Meanwhile, the Kings are set to be without Dennis Schroder, Domantas Sabonis, and Malik Monk.

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets predicted starting fives

Sacramento Kings predicted starting five

PG- Russell Westbrook, SG- Zach LaVine, SF- DeMar DeRozan, PF- Keegan Murray, C- Drew Eubanks

Houston Rockets predicted starting five

PG- Amen Thompson, SG- Reed Sheppard, SF- Kevin Durant, PF- Jabari Smith Jr., C- Alperen Sengun

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets betting tips

DeMar DeRozan is projected to score over 16.5 points following his 23-point outing. He is averaging 18.4 points per game.

Kevin Durant is expected to score over 25.5 points after his 32 points against Utah. He is averaging 25.1 points this season.

Russell Westbrook is expected to collect over 7.5 rebounds. He is averaging 7.1 rebounds per game.

Sacramento Kings vs. Houston Rockets predictions

The Houston Rockets are -15.5 favorites on the spread. With one of the league’s best offenses and defenses, they should have little trouble covering against the Kings.

Prediction: Rockets to win by 7 points or more.