The Los Angeles Clippers travel to Sacramento to face the struggling Kings in a Pacific Division matchup. The Clippers, ninth in the West, aim to build on recent wins despite a two-game skid, while the Kings, mired in a 10-game losing streak and last in the conference, seek a much-needed home victory. This game features Kawhi Leonard’s scoring prowess against DeMar DeRozan’s mid-range game, but injuries could force both teams to rely on depth.
- Venue: Golden 1 Center, Sacramento, California
- Tip-Off Time: 10:00 p.m. ET
- TV/Streaming: Amazon Prime Video, NBA League Pass
Golden 1 Center has been a mixed bag for the Kings, with a 3-23 home record this season amid their woes.
Injury Report
| Team | Player | Status | Injury/Reason | Expected Return |
| Clippers | Darius Garland | Out | Toe | TBD |
| Clippers | Bradley Beal | Out | Hip | Season |
| Clippers | Isaiah Jackson | Out | Not Injury Related (Trade) | February 8 |
| Clippers | Bennedict Mathurin | Out | Not Injury Related (Trade) | February 8 |
| Kings | Keegan Murray | Out | Ankle | TBD |
| Kings | Domantas Sabonis | Questionable | Not Specified | February 7 |
The Clippers miss Garland’s playmaking (pre-injury averages: 20.5 PPG, 6.5 APG) but rely on Kawhi Leonard (27.6 PPG) and John Collins (15.0 PPG, 8.0 RPG). The Kings, without Murray (15.5 PPG) and potentially Sabonis (18.5 PPG, 12.0 RPG), lean on DeMar DeRozan (23.4 PPG) and Zach LaVine (22.0 PPG).
Player Matchups to Watch
- Kawhi Leonard (LAC) vs. DeMar DeRozan (SAC): Leonard (27.6 PPG, 6.5 RPG) faces DeRozan (23.4 PPG, 5.5 APG). Leonard’s efficiency (52% FG) could overwhelm Sacramento’s 27th-ranked defense, while DeRozan’s mid-range game tests the Clippers’ perimeter.
- John Collins (LAC) vs. Domantas Sabonis (SAC, if available): Collins (15.0 PPG, 8.0 RPG) vs. Sabonis (18.5 PPG, 12.0 RPG). If Sabonis sits, Collins exploits the mismatch; otherwise, it’s a battle for rebounds.
- Brook Lopez (LAC) vs. Nique Clifford (SAC): Lopez’s spacing (12.5 PPG, 2.5 BPG) vs. Clifford’s bench energy (18.0 PPG in recent starts). Lopez could dominate inside against a thin Kings frontcourt.
- Kris Dunn (LAC) vs. Russell Westbrook (SAC): Dunn’s defense (8.0 PPG, 4.0 APG) vs. Westbrook’s explosiveness (15.0 PPG, 6.0 APG). This guard duel could dictate pace.
The Clippers’ depth, including Kobe Sanders and Yanic Konan Niederhauser, gives them an edge over Sacramento’s depleted roster.
Team Recent Forms
- Los Angeles Clippers: 10-17 on the road. They’ve gone 3-2 in their last 5 but lost two straight, with a -2.5 net rating recently. The Clippers average 112.3 PPG but allow 110.5 PPG.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 4 | vs CLE | L | 91-124 |
| Feb 2 | vs PHI | L | 113-128 |
| Feb 1 | @ PHX | W | 117-93 |
| Jan 30 | vs UTA | W | 115-103 |
| Jan 27 | vs DAL | L | 110-115 |
- Sacramento Kings: 3-23 at home. Amid a 10-game losing streak, they’re 0-10 in their last 10, with a -12.0 net rating. The Kings average 110.0 PPG but surrender 120.5 PPG.
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 4 | vs MEM | L | 125-129 |
| Feb 1 | vs WAS | L | 112-116 |
| Jan 30 | @ OKC | L | 105-120 |
| Jan 28 | @ DAL | L | 98-110 |
| Jan 26 | vs PHX | L | 115-120 |
The Clippers’ recent surge contrasts the Kings’ freefall.
Series History
The Clippers lead the recent series, winning five straight and 7-3 in the last 10 meetings. Overall, the Kings hold a 124-110 edge in 234 games, but Los Angeles has dominated lately, including a 131-90 blowout on Dec. 30, 2025. Games average 215.5 points recently, with the Under hitting in seven of the last eight at Golden 1 Center.
Betting Trends
- Key Trends:
- Clippers: 24-26 ATS overall; 9-10 ATS as 3.5+ favorites; 17-9 SU in last 26 as favorites (+12.75 units).
- Kings: 19-33 ATS; 0-5 SU/1-4 ATS in last 5; 0-3 ATS as 3.5+ underdogs.
- Series: Clippers 7-3 ATS in last 10; Under in 13 of last 17 meetings.
Game Odds
Los Angeles Clippers – 3.5
Sacramento Kings 222.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, February 5, 2026
