Kings vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 21, 2025, 8:12PM | Published: Dec 21, 2025, 5:06PM
The Sacramento Kings will sqaure off with the favoured Houston Rockets in NBA action at Golden 1 Center on Monday, starting at 2:00pm AEDT.
With star players DeMar DeRozan, Keegan Murray and Russell Westbrook, the Kings are looking to overcome a Rockets line-up that includes Kevin Durant, Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Kings vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Sacramento vs Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Rockets an 81% chance of winning against the Kings at Golden 1 Center.
Kings vs Rockets: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Golden 1 Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Kings $5.50, Rockets $1.17
- Line: Kings +11.5 ($1.91), Rockets -11.5 ($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 $5.50 and the Rockets at $1.17.
The Kings are listed as 11.5-point underdogs against the Rockets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Rockets (-11.5) 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 analytics model, the Kings (+11.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 223-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Kings vs Rockets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Sacramento at $5.50 with Bet365
- Line: Kings +11.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 223 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Kings vs Rockets predictions are based on market-leading modelling and wagering intelligence to give you the best possible advice 24/7.
While the Rockets have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Kings to win is our preferred option due to the 1.2% edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Kings vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Kings vs Rockets at Golden 1 Center this Monday is the Rockets winning 116-106.
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 expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Kings vs Rockets prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting tips before the Sacramento vs Houston match-up.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets to get betting tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Kings vs Rockets: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Kings and Rockets at Golden 1 Center is scheduled to begin 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 noted.
Conclusion
Our Sacramento vs Houston predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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