Houston Rockets (43-25) vs Sacramento Kings (29-40) is the game 6 for today. Here we look at the Match Preview, TV Schedule, Prediction, and Probable lineups.
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James Harden powered Rockets will face out of form Kings tonight. A defeat for Kings will officially end their 2019-20 NBA season, Whereas No. 4 seed Rockets will look to close the gap to No.3 seed Nuggets who they trail by 2.5 games.
No.4 seed Houston Rockets (43-25) is being chased by No.5 seed Thunders (42-26), No.6 seed Jazz (43-27), and No.7 seed Mavericks (42-30) in the West. All teams have a similar record and one slip-up could cost the Rockets a chance to go deep into the playoffs.
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Kings (1-4) have to face Pelicans and Lakers in the next two games and with the Suns and Blazers being in great form, Kings don’t quite stand a chance of making it to the play-in tournament.
Where to watch Rockets vs Kings on TV and Online?
The game is scheduled at 8:00 PM (ET) and can be watched on the following platforms:
- NBA TV (Accessed through NBA League Pass)
- NBC Sports California
- Live Stream on Fubo.tv
- AT&T Sportsnet – Southwest
- TSN
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Rockets vs Kings Preview
Houston Rockets are doing well in Orlando with three wins and just a defeat under their belt.
2019-20 NBA MVP finalist James Harden has been lighting it up in Orlando. He has averaged 33.8 points, 9 assists and 7.5 rebounds in his four seeding games.
Rockets have momentum on their side with their win against Lakers. Moreover, they have had two days off after their last game and would be very well rested and raring to go. Austin Rivers, PJ Tucker and Covington have been providing great support to both Harden and Westbrook on both ends of the court.
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Mathematically Kings are still in the race of playoffs, but a defeat in today’s game, or a win for Blazers today against Sixers will end their 2019-20 NBA season.
Kings star rookie De’Aaron has given Kings’ fans some entertainment, he has been averaging 27.5 points in Orlando.
Harrison Barnes and Bogdan Bogdanovic have to produce something magical if they want to get past James Harden and co. Kings season restart has been disappointing, as the side lost four games, winning only one.
Rockets have an easy fixture and they are the favorites for the game, they will not take Kings lightly as today’s game will have a major impact on their playoff positioning.
The probable lineup for Rockets
Ben McLemore
Austin Rivers
Jeff Green
Robert Covington
James Harden
The probable lineup for Kings
Buddy Hield
Harrison Barnes
Jabari Parker
De’Aaron Fox
Bogdan Bogdanovic
