Kings vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 22, 2025, 3:07AM | Published: Dec 21, 2025, 5:06PM
The Sacramento Kings will take on the favoured Houston Rockets in NBA action at Golden 1 Center on Monday, starting at 2:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray and Russell Westbrook, the Kings are up against a Rockets side that includes Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Kings vs Rockets game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Sacramento vs Houston NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Rockets an 83% chance of beating the Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Kings vs Rockets: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Golden 1 Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Kings $5.75, Rockets $1.15
- Line: Kings +12.5 ($1.91), Rockets -12.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 223 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Kings at $5.75 and the Rockets at $1.15.
The Kings are 12.5-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-12.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 223 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Kings (+12.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 223-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Kings vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Sacramento at $5.75 with Bet365
- Line: Kings +12.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 223 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Kings vs Rockets betting tips are based on world-class modelling and betting intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Kings to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is crucial to being profitable in the long run.
Kings vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Kings vs Rockets at Golden 1 Center this Monday is the Rockets winning 117-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Sacramento vs Houston game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Kings vs Rockets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Sacramento vs Houston match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get the best tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Kings vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Kings and Rockets at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to start at 2:00pm AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Sacramento Kings vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Monday 22 December 2025
- Time: 2:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Golden 1 Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Sacramento vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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